TURLOCK - Deadlines for independent junior livestock exhibitors are approaching quickly for the 2011 Stanislaus County Fair.

The deadline for Independent Exhibitors entering Market Beef at the Stanislaus County Fair is Thursday, March 17 at 5 p.m. The Deadline for Independent Exhibitors entering market sheep, pigs, goats, breeding livestock, rabbits and poultry is Monday, May 16 at 5 p.m. No online entries will be accepted for independent exhibitors. All entries and required information must be turned into the Fair office in person or by mail by the above deadlines.

For more information, such as registration forms and a list of the complete rules and requirements, please stop by the Stanislaus County Fair office at 900 N. Broadway, Turlock, or call (209) 668-1333, extension 316.

The 2011 Stanislaus County Fair opens for its 100th anniversary celebration Friday, July 15 for a 10-day run.

TURLOCK - Some changes are being made in the livestock department for the 2011 Stanislaus County Fair. This year's fair will kick off on Friday, July 15 for a 10-day run.

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