Steele County Fair Declares Matt Ratzloff Day

The Steele County Free Fair has declared that Friday, August 18, will be Matt Ratzloff Day. Matt has worked with the summer crew the past six years. He recently had a bone marrow transplant at Mayo in Rochester. Ratzloff has been battling acute myeloid leukemia.

There is a benefit scheduled for Matt on Saturday, August 26, at the Owatonna VFW. Hours will be 4-8PM. There will be food, silent auction, T-shirts and more. Tickets are on sale now for $10. Tickets will also be available at the door.

You can learn more on the Ratloff Strong Benefit Facebook page.

The following people can provide you with more information:

• Missy Paquette (507) 330-2750
• Lori Lind (612) 239-8880
• Tricia Fisher (507) 456-7228

Dates for the Steele County Free Fair are August 15-20.

Just a reminder that a number of vendors are still seeking employees. Stop by the fair office and pick up an application.