Good morning, Geauga County. The fairgrounds in Burton are about to spring to life with the sounds of cheering crowds and the scent of apple pie in the air. Ohio's oldest county fair kicks off August 28, bringing five days of agricultural tradition, thrilling demolition derbies, and harness racing to close out summer. With online tickets at $9.20 and free parking, this Labor Day weekend staple promises something for everyone, from livestock shows to midway rides.
Beyond the fairgrounds, progress is taking shape across the region. Euclid residents will soon enjoy a widened and extended walking path on East 215th Street thanks to a $215,000 upgrade project, while Mentor's Finance Department is basking in well-deserved recognition after receiving the Ohio Auditor of State's Award with Distinction. Their meticulous financial recordkeeping sets a gold standard for transparent government service throughout the state.
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🎡 Ohio's oldest county fair promises five days of agricultural fun. The Great Geauga County Fair runs August 28 through Labor Day in Burton, featuring livestock shows, harness racing, and crowd favorites like the demolition derby. Daily events include competitions, rides, and entertainment, with special highlights such as Friday's Senior Citizen and Veterans Day and Saturday's Apple Pie Baking Contest. Admission costs $10 at the gate or $9.20 online, with free parking available and handicap accessibility at designated entrances.
🚶♂️ Euclid's aging walking path gets $215,000 upgrade and expansion. The city announced the East 215th Street project will have no significant environmental impacts despite required surface digging. HUD will soon accept challenges to the city's request for $165,000 in block grant funding for the initiative. The deteriorating path, used by neighborhood residents and local students, will be widened and extended south to Goller Avenue with safety improvements including bollards to prevent unauthorized vehicle access. The city already owns the property where construction will occur.
🏆 Mentor's Finance Department earns prestigious state award for excellence. The Ohio Auditor of State presented the city with its Award with Distinction for outstanding financial recordkeeping and reporting. Finance Director Mate Rogonjic and his staff were recognized during a ceremony at the Mentor Municipal Center. The award acknowledges the department's exemplary work on the city's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2024. Their meticulous financial practices were praised as setting a standard for clean, accountable government service to Ohioans.
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