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Photos: Animals take center stage at La Plata County Fair

The 75th annual fair got underway Wednesday at the La Plata County Fairgrounds

Jerry McBride

Herald Photo Editor

Wednesday, Aug 9, 2023 5:02 PM MT

Updated Wednesday, Aug 9, 2023 5:14 PM MT

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Cooper Handhardt, 14, with Fat Sheep on Wednesday during the La Plata County Fair. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)
Cooper Handhardt, 14, with Fat Sheep on Wednesday during the La Plata County Fair. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)Jerry McBride

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