Thursday, August 11, 2011

West Virginia State Fair Opens Friday

(Greenbrier, WV) - The gates open Friday morning in Greenbrier County for the 87th annual state fair of West Virginia. And, a packed calendar of events is planned for the entire week. Those scheduled to perform are Alice Cooper, Big Time Rush, Mercy Me, Jamey Johnson & Lee Brice and the Legendary Percy Sledge. Fair officials also say the midway is full this year with 52 rides for all ages. The state fair runs through Saturday, August 20th. For more information, go to www.statefairofwv.com.