The Jefferson County Fair is under way at Friendship Park near Smithfield.

Opening ceremonies are set for 5 p.m. Monday.

The Groom and Clean Contest took place was held over the weekend, along with the open horse show.

Jefferson County Agriculture Society Treasurer Debbie Hukill said crowds have already exceeded expectations.

The king and queen will be crowned after opening ceremonies, along with a star search talent show.

Hukill said patience is urged when coming to the fair because of the crowds already seen.

"I think our crowds are going to be big this year,” she said. “We have a new ride company, and they are bringing us 15 rides. They do Summit County. They do a lot of the counties in Ohio and put on a great amusement ride show.”

The fair will also have bungie jumping for the first time, as well as a fun house.

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