The

Missouri State Fair announced Friday that it is canceling all events except for

its junior livestock shows.

The fair says Governor Mike Parson and the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services determined reducing the number of fairgoers to be the safest course of action to limit COVID-19 related risks.

Canceled events include the opening day ceremony, Governor’s Ham Breakfast, carnival and all open livestock shows.

In

a release, the fair says it will continue the “invaluable agriculture education

experience” it provides to 4-H and FFA members.

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