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Hat Lady and her husband retire from the Clark County Fair
Marilyn Holden, known as the Hat Lady, and husband Scott retired after 27 and 22 years at the Clark County Fair.
Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Sunday, Aug. 16
Sunday's final fair day features Tuff Trucks at 2 and 7 p. m. , a pie eating contest, and Mars Encounters live shows.
Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Saturday, Aug. 15
Tuff Trucks return for two shows Saturday at the Clark County Fair grandstands arena, at 2 p. m. and 7 p.
Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Friday, Aug. 14
Friday's Clark County Fair features two Monster Truck shows, a donut eating contest, and live bands on the Community Stage.
Images: Clark County Fair — After Dark
Paul Valencia captures the Clark County Fair's nighttime energy, where carnival rides blaze with color until 11 p. m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Thursday, Aug. 13
Thursday is Kids Day at the Clark County Fair, with Monster Truck shows at 2 p. m. and 7 p. featuring Megasaurus, a fire-breathing robotic T-Rex.
Monster Trucks ready to roar at the Clark County Fair
Bill Payne, owner of 10 trucks, calls performing at the Clark County Fair his lifelong bucket list goal.
Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 12
Wednesday is Prime of Your Life Day at the Clark County Fair, with senior discounts and two SxS racing shows at the grandstands.
Mars Encounters is a big hit for families at the Clark County Fair
Mars Encounters features mining, live shows, and a new AI character named Alik at the Clark County Fair.
Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Tuesday, Aug. 11
Tuesday is Military Appreciation Day at the Clark County Fair, with gate tickets at $8 for military personnel.
I Love the 90s — (and America, too) — tour brings positive energy to Clark County Fair
Vanilla Ice, Tone Loc, and Young MC played a 90-minute set of greatest hits at the Clark County Fair Grandstands.
Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Monday, Aug. 10
Hell on Hooves Extreme Bull Riding kicks off at 7 p. m. Monday, with mutton bustin' qualifications at 2 p.
Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Sunday, Aug. 9
Collective Soul headlines the Clark County Fair grandstand Sunday, closing out three consecutive nights of concerts.
Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Saturday, Aug. 8
Vanilla Ice, Tone Loc, and Young MC headline the I Love the 90's concert Saturday night at the Clark County Fair.
All the buzz from opening day of the Clark County Fair
Delanie Craighead, the 2026 American Honey Queen from California, arrived in Clark County at 1 a. m. to help open the fair.
Here’s what’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Friday, Aug. 7
Midland performs at 7 p. m. and the Celebration of Horses kicks off the same night at Dr. Jack Giesy Arena.
Opinion: The Clark County Fair gives this reporter the opportunity to time travel
Paul Valencia says the Clark County Fair's 10-day run, starting Aug. 7, may be the best entertainment value in the county.
Former Union Titan now excels in key role in the front office of the New England Patriots
Keithen Shepard went from MIT football and data engineering to a Super Bowl run with the New England Patriots.
Theater students overcome challenges for the love of their art at River HomeLink
River HomeLink theater students overcome an atypical schedule and lack of a stage as they prepare Descendants: The Musical for performances at Prairie High School.
Vancouver lights up the holidays at Esther Short Park
Vancouver celebrated the holidays with a packed Community Tree Lighting, the revival of the Salmon Run Bell Tower, and the raising of the city’s new flag at Esther Short Park.
Columbia Theater Arts Foundation to produce productions at the perfect price
The new Columbia Theater Arts Foundation launches in Clark County with Pay What You Will tickets, debuting Oct. 16–19 with The Sound of Music in Washougal.
More memories made on the final day of the 2025 Clark County Fair
The 2025 Clark County Fair closed with big crowds, the Budweiser Clydesdales, monster trucks, and community fun despite 90-degree heat, leaving many thrilled yet sad as the 10-day run came to an en…
What’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Sunday, Aug. 10
Sunday’s finale at the Clark County Fair features the Budweiser Clydesdales, Monster Trucks, contests, live shows, and carnival rides until 10 p. m.
What’s happening at the Clark County Fair on Saturday, Aug. 9
Saturday at the Clark County Fair features Tuff Trucks, a cheeseburger eating contest, team sorting, Ice Age Adventures, and extended hours until 11 p. m.
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