Fair kicks out record figures photo by Drew Fleming Early figures show record crowds for the second straight year at the Jackson County Fair, which means carnival visitors and livestock participants weren t the only folks who had a kickin good time. I think it s good weather and the quality of the fair management, and you can quote me. Through Saturday, some 135,000 people attended the event at the Jackson County Exposition Park in Central Point, up from 129,000 visitors during the same period a year ago.
More people mean more money spent on carnival rides and concessions.
Sales of carnival tickets appear to be up about 18 percent over last year, Borovansky said. Concession sales appear to be up by about 10 percent. Final tallies will be available by mid-week. Pleasant weather warm but not scorching, with no sudden thunderstorms combined with calm coordination to contribute to the success of the event, according to the organizer. We know the drill.