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Stanly County Fair draws thousands for fall fun

October 4, 2017 Donna King 0

ALBEMARLE — The 83rd Stanly County Fair was held last week at the fairgrounds and featured midway rides, agricultural displays, competitions and plenty of fair food. While the midway got off to a late start […]

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