The Douglas County Fair and Rodeo Board presented a 90th anniversary poster to the Board of County Commissioners at their Business Meeting on Tuesday, July 22 at 1 p.m. in the Philip S. Miller Building Hearing Room at 100 Third St. in Castle Rock.

"If you think about it, having the ongoing support of the County for this event for so many years is remarkable," said Bruff Shea, chair of the Fair & Rodeo Board. "It's been that support coupled with literally thousands of volunteers over the 90 years that has allowed our Fair to sustain and grow."

This year's Fair & Rodeo reflects back to the past 90 years at our county's rich history and heritage. The county has changed from a rural, agricultural-based community to a suburban bedroom community in the last 30 years. "Fortunately," said Shea, "there are reminders of our roots, sometimes hidden, in every corner of the county."

The red barn at Greenland Ranch, the Pikes Peak Grange in Franktown, the remains of the Castlewood Canyon Dam, the handful of cows still roaming Highlands Ranch and a broken down piece of old farm equipment outside of Sedalia all offer a glimpse into our county's past.

"This is a chance to honor the previous commissioners for their foresight in purchasing the Fairgrounds and creating a committee to plan the Fair and Rodeo, as well as honor the current commissioners for continuing this great tradition," said Bob Thomas, fair board member.

Rediscover Douglas County's past this year with the Douglas County Fair and Rodeo's 90 th celebration from Aug. 4-10. Dates, times, activities, entertainment and prices are available online at www.douglascountyfairandrodeo.com. Some highlights of this year's event include the PRCA rodeo, Matt Buckstein and The Hired Guns, Joe Nichols concert, the livestock sale and more.