Volusia County Fair canceled due to COVID-19 concerns

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The Volusia County Fair & Youth show has been canceled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. 

"This has been one of the most difficult decisions the Board has had to make," General Manager Ronnie Hull wrote in a letter. 

The hope is to bring the fair back in 2021 "bigger and better than ever."

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The Volusia County Fair Association says they will continue to support youth in agriculture, education, and community involvement. They also intend to hold youth livestock shows and auction in a modified manner.