AgriCenter welcomes fair, concert, auction, much more

Harness racing, a United Way auction, a country music concert, and the grand opening of MSU's AgriCenter are just a few of the activities kicking off the first Golden Triangle Regional Fair Aug. 25-28.

The family-oriented fair will be held at the recently opened AgriCenter, located on Poorhouse Road three miles south of the intersection of Highway 12 and South Montgomery Street. The grand opening ceremony is scheduled for the 25th at 6:30 p.m.

Singer Joe Diffie, whose song "A Night to Remember" is No. 6 on the country music charts, will perform in a Thursday night (26th) concert.

In addition, there will be a special auction to benefit the United Way, Aug. 25, 7 p.m., in the indoor arena. Items for the auction were contributed by area businesses and proceeds will go to United Way member agencies. For further information on the auction, telephone (662) 323-3830.

Daily activities include a petting zoo and pony rides; midway amusement rides, open 5:30-10 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, and 6-10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday; arts and crafts bazaar and exhibits; harness racing; and concessions.

Other highlights include:

• Wednesday, Aug. 25-A barbecue chicken dinner provided by the MSU Poultry Science Club, 5-7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children and include admission to the fair.
• Friday, Aug. 27-An evening of music by local bands. Four stages will provide gospel, country, pop, and urban music, 7-11 p.m. in the arena.
• Saturday, Aug. 28-Livestock show, Magnolia Classic Harness Race, political rally, face painting and pet adoptions, professional bull riding.

For information on event times and ticket prices, telephone the MSU AgriCenter at (662) 325-9350.