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Fairest of the Fair History and General Information
With the support from the Oconto County Fair Board, the committee has had a local contestant for the past 21 years compete for the State Fairest of the Fair Contest, except for one. In January of 1998, Donna Bunker finished first runner-up at the state level, the highest any Oconto County Fairest of the Fair has finished. This years Oconto County Fairest of the Fair Contest will be held
June 11, 2007 at Romy’s Holiday Inn, Kelly Lake at 7:00 pm.
Tickets can be purchased from any committee member. Eligibility & Rules
Contestants must be available and willing if selected Oconto County Fairest of the Fair, to make appearances during the year at county events, county parades and the Oconto County Fair. The County Fairest will compete at the WI State Association of Fairs Convention in January of each year. The State Fairest of the Fair is a full time employee of the WI State Fair’s public relations department performing office duties and other functions promoting the State and county fairs. If qualified and willing you will also serve as official spokesman for the State Fair, arranging and performing media interviews throughout the state. During the State Fair, you will serve as the Fair’s official
hostess, greeting fairgoers and special quests and participating
in events and contests. 2007 Oconto County Fairest of the Fair Committee Members Contact any of the committee members for banquet tickets, contestant information and entry forms and if you would like to join the committee. Officers Committee Members
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The
Oconto County Fairest of the Fair Program began in 1985. The program
was started by area 4-H Leaders to give youth an opportunity to be
the ambassador of the Oconto County Fair and compete for the State
Fairest of the Fair. Many of these leaders are still on the
committee 20 years later. 
Open
to any Oconto County resident, 18 years of age as of January 1,
of the current year and holding a valid Wisconsin State Drivers
License. Must have been a resident in Oconto County for one year
and must reside in Oconto County. Contestants must have a sponsor
who covers the sponsorship fee.