The Washington County Fair begins this weekend. Community members are invited to take part in the open exhibits. Amy Green, 4-H and Youth Coordinator for Washington County, explains there are over 50 categories including art projects, flower arrangements and vegetable contests. She adds those interested should take projects to the school house on the fairgrounds Monday morning before noon. And the projects will be judged Monday afternoon and on display the duration of the fair.

In addition, new this year there is a cookie contest for the public with oatmeal and chocolate chip cookies. For more information click here.