"With great sadness, we are forced to announce that the Robeson Regional Agricultural Fair Board members voted tonight to cancel the 2020 fair. At the heart of this decision was the health and well-being of you, our patrons, vendors, entertainers, carnival workers, and yes, our board members.
Please know we have explored options from opening with a huge variety of safety measures in place, to just opening portions of our fair such as the carnival and food vendors, to virtual shows and exhibits, and even creating a whole new online experience for you. However, in our hearts we knew that it would not be the same quality experience that you deserve and we refuse to sell you short.
As previous years have shown us with the challenges of hurricanes, the fair has been a healing event for the community, and the economy. As much as we all hoped that would be the case this year COVID is reminding us that your life is more important. So, we will wait until 2021 and take the time to look at some new ideas, plan for bigger and better, and continue to pray for you, our community, and our partners in this fair, that you remain safe, healthy, and strong to join us in the future.
Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you at the 2021 Robeson Regional Agricultural Fair."
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