JACKSON, Miss., Oct. 15 -- The Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce issued the following news release:
Commissioner Gipson invites the public to attend the 167th Mississippi State Fair and enjoy entertainment and special events Friday, October 16, through Sunday, October 18, at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds in Jackson.
Friday, October 16, is First Responder Friday, so all police officers, first responders, firefighters, healthcare workers, and medical professionals will receive free admission to the State Fair. The Mississippi State Fair will once again host the Pony Pull inside the Kirk Fordice Equine Center at 1:00 p.m. on Friday. The Pony Pull features competitors from around the state.
The annual Pretty Cow Contest,...