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Washington Parish Fair President James Magruder is shown presenting the Louisiana Fairs and Festivals "Volunteer of the Year" award to Donald Folse. Folse, former Building and Grounds Chairman is currently serving a two-year term as Vice President of the Executive Board. Folse was the Fair Honoree for the 2021 edition of the Fair and has worked tirelessly keeping the buildings and grounds safe and ready for visitors, despite severe Fairgrounds damage from weather events. He is the former Franklinton Police Chief.

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Donald Folse is statewide fair volunteer of the year; students are winners
By TONI TAGEANT
Thu,03/24/22-12:50PM , 1,631 Reads
Each year the Louisiana Association of Fairs and Festivals sponsors a poster contest for any public, private or parochial school student held in conjunction with area fairs and festivals. The subject of the poster is "My Fair/Festival."
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FHS senior wins state association of fairs scholarship
By TONI TAGEANT
Thu,03/03/22-12:43PM , 1,500 Reads
Franklinton High School senior Ava Roshto was awarded one of only seven Louisiana Association of Fairs and Festivals scholarships at its recent convention in Baton Rouge.
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In photo are, from left to right: Former Fair President and retired judge Bill Burris administering the oath of office; Secretary Kaye Ladner, President James Magruder, Building and Grounds Chairman Jason Creel, and Treasurer Ellen Waskom. Not shown is Vice President Donald Folse. PHOTO BY REGINA MEYERCHICK

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Washington Parish Fair officers are sworn in
By TONI TAGEANT
Thu,01/27/22-5:19PM , 1,087 Reads
The Washington Parish Free Fair Association has named the Executive Board for the next two years. Two years is the normal term of office for each officer. However, since the COVID pandemic caused the cancellation of the 2020 fair, officers continued to serve through 2021.
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Country music star frank foster to headline 2021 fair
By TONI TAGEANT
Thu,09/23/21-4:50PM , 1,688 Reads
The Washington Parish Fair Stage Committee is excited to announce that fan-favorite Frank Foster will headline the Friday night performances on October 22 at 9:30 pm.
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