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Alameda Fair: Cash, Memories, and Milestones | Oakland News
The Alameda County Fair smashed records with nearly 400,000 visitors and $14 million in sales tax, sparking a $300 million economic boost and 2,000 jobs. Youth programs thrived, with the Junior Livestock Auction raising $1.3 million for ag education, while foodies raved about the “Main Squeeze” lemonade cookie. Attendees gobbled down 28,000 corn dogs and 20,000 funnel cakes. A historic time capsule, packed with today’s symbols, was buried for opening in 2076 to mark America’s 300th birthday. And in a moving tribute, nearly 1,000 “notes of hope” were left at the 9/11 survivor tree, honoring…
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