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Associated Press - November 13, 2009 6:54 AM ET
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. (AP) - The Broward County Fair is ditching traditional rides and carnival food this year and relocating to a shopping plaza.
The economic downturn and the lack of permanent fairgrounds has forced organizers to downsize the event and move it to a 972,000-square-foot Pompano Beach shopping center. Despite the changes, a spokeswoman for the nonprofit board charged with organizing the fair says the event will still meet its top objective - showcasing the work of local students.
According to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, this year's spelling be will be held near an optometry store and horticulture exhibits will be placed near a home improvement center. Student artwork will also be displayed.
The fair is scheduled to be held later this month.
Information from: South Florida Sun-Sentinel, http://www.sun-sentinel.com
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