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Linn County Journal
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October 14, 2026
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Linn County Fair & Rodeo 2026
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4-H Style Revue and talent show kick off 2026 Linn County Fair
Nearly 40 members of Linn County 4-H clubs participated in the annual 4-H Style Revue and Performing Arts Show on Saturday, July 25. The show kicked off the 2026 Linn County Fair. Story and photos by Roger Sims, Journal staff linncountyjournal@icloud.com MOUND CITY – The 4-H portion of the Linn County Fair got under way Saturday, July 25, at the First Baptist Church of Mound City with the 4-H Style Revue and Performing Arts Show. The performing arts show was scheduled first a
Fair queen candidates push to sell tickets by Saturday's deadline
Tiaras and bouquets await the awarding of the 2025 Linn County Fair queen at last year's event. The crowning ceremony for this year's queen will be Saturday night about 7:30 p.m. (Journal file photo) It’s a busy week for four Jayhawk-Linn seniors as they face pressure to sell advance tickets to the Linn County Fair and Rodeo, which begins its night events this Saturday, August 1. The fair queen will be crowned ahead of the demolition derby, which starts at 7:30 p.m. at the fa
Demolition derby kicks off Linn County Fair night shows
The Linn County Fair Demolition Derby once again this year kicks off eight days of activity at the fairgrounds at Mound City. It is one of the most popular events and draws drivers and cars from the region. (Journal file photo) By John Teagarden Journal contributor The Demolition Derby begins the 156th annual Linn County Fair, in Mound City on Saturday, August 1, at 7:30 pm. Coronation of the 2026 Linn County Fair queen will take place before the start of the derby. The Rook
Top PRCA official to present 75-year plaque at Linn County Rodeo on Saturday
An official with the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association will help mark the Linn County Rodeo's 75 anniversary on Saturday night. (Journal file photo) By John Teagarden Journal contributor Steve Knowles, director of rodeo administration for the Colorado Springs-based Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PCRA), will be attending the Linn County Fair & Rodeo on Saturday, August 8 to present a 75th anniversary plaque fair officials. “We were pleasantly surprised when we rece
Longtime Linn County rodeo announcer now much in demand
Redfield, Kansas-based rodeo announcer Troy Goodridge has seen demand for his announcing climb over the past few years. He has been announcer at the Mound City rodeo since 2010. (Submitted photo) By John Teagarden Journal contributor MOUND CITY – Longtime rodeo fans recognize his voice as soon as he picks up the mic in the announcer's booth above the chutes at the Mound City fairgrounds. Troy Goodridge has led the crowds through the rodeo program here since 2010. Whether he'
There’s a new clown in town
Colten Ulmer, who will be appearing at the Linn County Rodeo on Friday and Saturday Nights, Aug. 7 – 8, is a fresh face on the PRCA circuit. However he has already picked up several Clown of the Year awards. (Submitted photo) By John Teagarden Journal contributor MOUND CITY – There will be a new clown in town for the Linn County Fair's Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) rodeo Friday and Saturday, August 7 – 8. Colten Ulmer, Mt. Vernon, Missouri, will “Bring The Ene
Never too young to be a legend
Liberty Cunningham's trick-riding repertoire includes Roman riding, above, and free-style stunts. (Submitted photo) By John Teagarden Journal contributor “If a girl wants to be a Legend, she should just go ahead and be one,” said Calamity Jane (1832-1903), a famous American frontier woman, sharpshooter, Wild West performer, and storyteller. Fifteen-year-old trick rider, Roman rider and liberty (free style) horse performer Liberty Cunningham has adapted Calamity’s words as h
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