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Wapello County 4-H Expo
The Wapello County 4-H Expo is a chance for 4-H
participants to show off their projects for the year, ranging
from photography to crafts and welding to livestock. The
expo is held at the Wapello County Extension Building,
13011 120th Ave., July 12-18.
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Wapello County
Regional Fair
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Tour de Fire
This fun ride, organized by members of the Ottumwa Fire
Department Local 395, is for all cyclists and is set for Aug.
29. The routes take you to different fire stations in the area
that are set up with food, games and entertainment. All
proceeds benefit participating fire departments.
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Upstairs Downtown
This year’s Upstairs Downtown event, hosted by Main Street
Ottumwa, is set for 5-8 p.m. May 15 and 9 a.m. to noon May
16. The event is a chance for the public to see progress on
downtown living spaces at various stages of renovation.
In addition, the Iowa National Bank building in the 200
block of East Main Street will be part of the tour. Tickets
are required for the tours. For more information, email
[email protected].
This year’s fair is set for June 17-21 at the Wapello County
Fairgrounds in Eldon. Events include the royalty pageant,
livestock judging, vendors, races and more. The grandstand
features a variety of concerts and entertainment
throughout the event as well. Chris Johnson is set to
headline the event Saturday evening. For more information,
visit www.wapellocountyfair.com.
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Wine and Finds
Centerville’s yearly Wine Festival and Vendor Fair is the
second Saturday in June on the Centerville square. Samples
of Iowa wines and select Iowa craft beers join craft vendors
and live music June 13.
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Your Life Matters 5K
The Your Life Matters 5K in Knoxville will host its third
annual run/walk Aug. 29. The 5K raises money for outreach
programs, guest speakers and other resources for the
school district and the community to openly discuss the
topic of suicide awareness and prevention.
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