“FAIR SPECIALS” See us at the Clay County Fair near the South Gate Entrance! CometotheFairorGoOnlinetogetaFREEquote www.tomwittcontractor.comorwww.k-van.com Tom Witt Contractor, Inc. Newell, IA • 712-272-4678 K-Van Construction Co., Inc. Iowa Falls, IA • 641-648-4122 GRANDSTAND LINEUP SATURDAY, SEPT. 9 • 7:30 PM MONDAY, SEPT. 11 • 7:30 PM HARMAN'S HERMITS with Special Guest The Association MONDAY, SEPT. 11 • 7:30 PM TUESDAY, SEPT. 12 • 7:00 PM WED, SEPT. 13 • 7:00 PM THURSDAY, SEPT. 14 • 7:30 PM FRIDAY, SEPT. 15 • 7:30 PM SATURDAY, SEPT. 16 • 7:30 PM SUNDAY, SEPT. 17 • 5:30 PM CLAY COUNTY FAIR September 9-17, 2023 Spencer, Iowa KATY NICHOLE JO DEE MESSINA with Special Guest Community Worship Collaborative IMCA BLUE RIBBON SHOW DOWN with Special Guest Diamond Rio OUTLAW TRUCK & TRACTOR PULL
2A Wednesday, September 6, 2023 The Messenger/Fort Dodge, Iowa www.messengernews.net HOURS & ADMISSIONS CLAY COUNTY FAIR
9-17, 2023
Iowa SEPTEMBER 9-17, 2023 • Fairgrounds open at 7:00am daily Public access to the Fair is available during the following times at the following gates: Gate A – 7:00am-11:00pm (Historic Gate - 4th Avenue West) Gate D – 7:00am-11:00pm (Sacred Heart) Gate E – Open 24 hours (11th Avenue West) Gate G – 7:00am-11:00pm (West 18th Street) Most buildings and exhibits are open from 9:00am-8:00pm (Sept. 9-16) and 9:00am-6:00pm (Sept. 17). Outdoor farm machinery and ag equipment exhibits are open from 9:00am-6:00pm (Sept. 9-17). GoldStar Amusements Midway opens at 10:00am (Sept. 9, 10, 15-17) or 4:00pm (Sept. 11-14). Gate Prices: Adult (age 13 & Over) $10 Child (age 12 & Under) FREE • Facial Recognition • License Plate Capture • Motion Detection • Smart City Infrastructure • Wide Dynamic Range Imaging • LAZER IR Capability • Night-Time viewing • Perimeter Intrusion • Tripwire • People Counting • Solar Power and more • Wireless/Fiber Connectivity 1653 Lainson Avenue • 877-835-6570 • www.iowafirecontrol.com Largest Surveillance Dealer in the Area Complete Scalable Video Management Come see us at the Clay County Fair! Multiple drawings for giveaways!
September
Spencer,
www.messengernews.net The Messenger/Fort Dodge, Iowa Wednesday, September 6, 2023 3A ATTRACTIONS BOY SCOUT EXPERIENCE ARTS ON GRAND SEPT. 9-17 • 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM FAIR MUSEUM SEPT. 9-17 • 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM EVENTS CENTER SOUTH LOBBY FAIR TO FORK MARKET SEPT. 9-17 • 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM GRANDPA'S BARN SEPT. 9-17 • 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM DAIRY EXPERIENCE SEPT. 9-17 • 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM CATTLE BARN #3 IOWA GREAT LAKES ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE CLUB SEPT. 9-17 • 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM GRANDSTAND ANNEX NORTHWEST IOWA CLASSIC TRACTORS SEPT. 9-17 • 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM SMOKY MOUNTAIN RAIL ROAD SEPT. 9-17 • 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM DEPOT SUNDHOLM ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER SEPT. 9-17 • 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM TASTING ROOM AT THE BAR(N) SEPT. 9-17 • 1:00 PM - 7:30 PM PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER TINY TOWN SEPT. 9-17 • 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM CENTENNIAL PLAZA SEPT. 9-17 • 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM NORTH OF EVENTS CENTER
4A Wednesday, September 6, 2023 The Messenger/Fort Dodge, Iowa www.messengernews.net “IT’S OUR VISION TO PROVIDE THE BEST AND SAFEST WATER ON EARTH FOR OUR CUSTOMERS.” DON’T LET YOUR FAMILY SETTLE FOR LESS THAN PERFECT WATER! Call Us For The Best Tasting Water On Earth Advanced Water Systems Authorized Kinetico Dealer • 2308 Enterprise Ave. Spirit Lake, IA 51360 (712) 332-2833 • (800) 850-2833 LOCATED IN THE EVENT CENTER FREE ENTERTAINMENT FARMERS BANK STAGE FARMERS BANK STAGE Lizzy the Dream Girl (comedy/hypnotist) Sept. 9-11 10:00am, 1:00pm, 4:00pm The Sidekicks (hits you know) Sept. 9-11 11:30am, 2:30pm, 5:30pm Becky & the Ivanhoe Dutchman (polka) Sept. 12-14 10:00am, 1:00pm, 4:00pm Glenn Henriksen & Friends (variety) Sept. 12-14 11:30am, 2:30pm, 5:30pm GOOD HEALTH SAUNAS DISCOVERY STAGE Awesome Ag Magic Show Sept. 9-17 10:00am, Noon, 2:00pm, 4:00pm * (*4:00pm show weekends only) The Circus Science Spectacular Sept. 11-15 9:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm
www.messengernews.net The Messenger/Fort Dodge, Iowa Wednesday, September 6, 2023 5A [ Drywall [ Metal Framing, [ EIFS [ Fireproofing [ Plaster [ Insulation [ Act Paint [ Demolition [ Stucco [ Architectural Design JUST DRYWALL 2040 Hwy 18 West, Spencer, IA 51301 Phone: 712-262-3925 • Fax: 712-262-5128 2307 Hwy 30 East, Denison, IA 51442 Phone: 712-263-3981 • Fax: 712-263-6367 [ Drywall [ Metal Framing, [ EIFS [ Fireproofing [ Plaster [ Insulation [ Act Paint [ Demolition [ Stucco [ Architectural Design MORE THAN JUST DRYWALL 2040 Hwy 18 West, Spencer, IA 51301 Phone: 712-262-3925 • Fax: 712-262-5128 2307 Hwy 30 East, Denison, IA 51442 Phone: 712-263-3981 • Fax: 712-263-6367 denisondrywall.com [ Drywall [ Metal Framing, [ EIFS [ Fireproofing [ Plaster [ Insulation [ Act Paint [ Demolition [ Stucco [ Architectural Design MORE THAN JUST DRYWALL 2040 Hwy 18 West, Spencer, IA 51301 Phone: 712-262-3925 • Fax: 712-262-5128 2307 Hwy 30 East, Denison, IA 51442 Phone: 712-263-3981 • Fax: 712-263-6367 denisondrywall.com [ Drywall [ Metal Framing, [ EIFS [ Fireproofing [ Plaster [ Insulation [ Act Paint [ Demolition [ Stucco [ Architectural Design MORE THAN JUST DRYWALL To All Who Serve And Have Served: Our heartfelt gratitude for your sacrifice for us and our country. God bless the service men and women of the U.S.A. Visit our website to learn how you can help with Partners for Patriots. Your donation/sponsorship will help us to continue to provide service dogs to veterans to cope with PTSD and lower the PTSD suicide rate in United States. Partners for Patriots, 3312 210th Street, Anthon, IA | (712) 541-7763 | www.partnersforpatriots.org Visit our booth located in the Depot building FREE ENTERTAINMENT FARMERS BANK STAGE FARMERS BANK STAGE FARMERS BANK STAGE SRG Prices are Right Sept. 10 • 5:30pm Veterans Day Program Sept. 11 • 11:00am FFA Day: Leadership Event Sept. 12 • 11:00am FFA Day: Leadership Event Sept. 12 • 1:30pm Blood Drive Sept. 15 • 9:00am-3:00pm 4-H/FFA Livestock Judging Contest Sept. 16 • 11:00am Minor Mischief (a capella) Sept. 15-17 10:00am, 1:00pm, 4:00pm Transit Authority (Chicago Tribute) Sept. 15-17 11:30am, 2:30pm, 5:30pm * (* No 5:30pm show on Sunday, Sept. 17)
6A Wednesday, September 6, 2023 The Messenger/Fort Dodge, Iowa www.messengernews.net Come & enjoy our 18 hole public course lounge, proshop & driving range! • Par 72 course • 6,809 yards • Watered fairways • Six sets of tees GREEN FEES: 9 Holes $18 18 Holes $30 CART RENTALS: 9 Holes $20 18 Holes $30 ALL DAY GOLF FEE: Walking $38 With Cart $60 (Soft Spikes Required) 1320 4TH AVE., SPENCER, IA • 712-580-7280 WWW.SPENCERMUNIGOLF.COM CLAY COUNTY FAIR SPECIAL Purchase your 2024 season pass now and play the remainder of 2023 and all of 2024 FREE ENTERTAINMENT NORTHWEST BANK STAGE Jared Sherlock (comedy/magic) Sept. 9-11 10:30am, 1:30pm, 4:30pm The Britins (Beatles Tribute) Sept. 9-11 Noon, 3:00pm, 6:00pm
BANK STAGE NORTHWEST BANK STAGE Ali Sultan (comedy) Sept. 15-17 10:30am, 1:30pm, 4:30pm Sweet Seasons (Carol King Tribute) Sept. 15-17 Noon, 3:00pm, 6:00pm* (* No 6:00pm show on Sunday, Sept. 17)
Eclectic Barn
(classic country)
NORTHWEST
The
Boys
10:30am,
(daredevil country)
Noon,
Sept. 12-14
1:30pm, 4:30pm Poppa Bear Norton
Sept. 12-14
3:00pm, 6:00pm
www.messengernews.net The Messenger/Fort Dodge, Iowa Wednesday, September 6, 2023 7A Broker Brian Haugen - MN, SD, lA, WI, IL • Broker Chad Stavnes - MN Broker Auctioneer Beau Jensen - MN, lA- 24-108 • Broker Amy Willett- MO • Broker Glen Salow- lA Broker Auctioneer Greg Jensen - MN, lA- 24-21 LandProz Real Estate, LLC • 111 East Clark Street, Albert Lea, MN 56007 Welcome to the Branding Iron Cafe During the Clay County Fair Serving High Quality Beef Meals The Clay County Cattlemen’s Association Welcomes You Featuring Sirloin Dinners French Dip Dinner Hamburger Steak Dinner Taco Salad • Taco Potato Giant Burgers Famous Ribeye Sandwich Located West of Outdoor Arena A New Serving Line To Serve You Faster FREE ENTERTAINMENT STROLLING STROLLING CENTRAL PARK Farmer Bob Sept. 9-17 10:00am, Noon, 2:00pm, 4:00pm The Bubbler Sept. 9-17 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm, 5:00pm Rock-it the Robot Sept. 9-17 1:00pm, 3:30pm, 6:00pm* Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative Day Sept. 9 9:00am (until 3:00pm) FFA Day: College Fair Sept. 12 9:00am (until 1:00pm) Iowa Corn Day Sept. 14 9:00am (until 3:00pm) The Ice Cream Show Sept. 9-17 11:30am, 2:30pm, 5:30pm Phil Baker Sept. 9-17 2:00pm, 4:00pm, 6:00pm
8A Wednesday, September 6, 2023 The Messenger/Fort Dodge, Iowa www.messengernews.net ® 40521 330th Ave., West Bend, IA 515-341-2680 dalton@precisionagsystem.com FREE ENTERTAINMENT GROUNDS OUTDOOR ARENA Bruno's Tiger Show Sept. 9-17 10:45am, 1:45pm, 4:45pm Ranch Rodeo Sept. 10 • 6:00pm Team Roping CENTRAL PARK Iowa Dairy Day Sept. 15 9:00am (until 3:00pm) Science Saturday Sept. 16 10:00am (until 2:00pm) Also in Dish Plaza