Evans has taken the fair board presidency previously held by Dennis Wilson.
Evans has grown up around the fair. His parents, Danny and Nancy Evans, were 4-H leaders and he himself belonged to 4-H for 11 years. His father was fair superintendent in the past and shared his interest with his son.
"I have always had a lot of interest in the fair. The decision was made and they asked me if I wanted to be president of the Saline County Agricultural Association this spring. I really had no idea that Dennis Wilson was giving it up until January. When they asked me it was a bit of a surprise to me. But I know a lot of people and I know what goes on at a fair," he said.
Evans, who lives in rural Eldorado said there will be a mix of new and older events, such as the return of the tractor pull. The fair’s opening night is Sunday, July 21 and will feature a western style horse show.
“Sunday, July 21 there will be a western style horse show. On Monday the big draw will be the tractor pull. There will be a mix of souped-up tractors and fresh-off-the-farm tractors competing for $1,500 in prizes. Tuesday is pay one price day, a real money saver. Rides and events all for one price. Tuesday is also motocross day with $2,000 in prizes and trophies," Evans said.
Loud machines and flying mud have traditionally been a staple of the fair’s evening entertainment and this year’s fair is no exception.
"Wednesday will be the day for mud races. There will be pick-up trucks, Jeeps and four-wheel-drives," he said.
Thursday there will be 4x4s racing in the arena on a closed course.
Friday will be a big night. There will be a rodeo with bulls, barrel racing and team roping. Prize money will be $1,500. During last year’s fair the rodeo was canceled due to a storm.
"Saturday night is the demolition derby from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.," he said.
The carnival is managed by Trinity Amusements of Alabama.
New Saline County Fair president is no stranger
updated: 6/5/2013 1:49 PM
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