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September 7, 2022
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Polk County Fair outshines rain
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Jr. Livestock Show
State and local candidates visit the fair
B-Section After five terms, Republican Mark Lowery (left) is hoping to transition from state representative to becoming the state treasurer, while Tommy Land is seeking re-election as the commissioner of state lands. (Ethan Nahté/Pulse)
By Ethan Nahté
One District, One Book
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The first couple of days, the Polk County Fair had some unfavorable weather to deal with, especially, Thursday. Friday and Saturday turned out to be gorgeous days to enjoy all of the activities, livestock and displays. (Ethan Nahté/Pulse)
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There were plenty of booths at the Polk County Fair, ranging from beekeepers and banks, schools and insurance companies, to the American Legion and CMA. A couple of individual candidates had booths: Stephanie Murr and Kacie Rose, opponents battling it out for the Polk County City Clerk/ Treasurer position being vacated by the retiring Linda Rexroad. There were also booths for the Democratic Party of Polk County as well as the Polk County Republican Committee (PCRC). The Republicans had a few special guests, including Polk
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