October 5th, 2021 – 4:30 AM

Staff Reports –

For 72 years, the Coosa Valley Fair has marked the start of fall in Northwest Georgia, and this year will be no different.

The fair opens at 5 p.m. today at the Coosa Valley Fairgrounds.

The always popular Cheerleading Exhibition and Spirit Competition starts at 7 p.m.

The Coosa Valley Fair is a completely non-profit organization sponsored by the Exchange Club of Rome.

The primary beneficiary is The Exchange Club Family Resource Center.

The family-focused community service agency provides education and support services to families in Floyd and surrounding counties.

The goal is to strengthen the parenting and life skills of the parents and prevent child abuse and neglect within these families.