By RJ Sangosti | rsangosti@denverpost.com | The Denver Post
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RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostAfter the rain stopped Santana Gallegos, left, and Raena Gonzalez hold hands and return to the fun at the carnival during the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 30, 2016.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostAfter the rain stopped people start to return to the carnival during the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 30, 2016.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostCotton candy is a popular treat sold at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 30, 2016.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostProfessional Bull Rider Derek Kolbaba tapes his hand before his ride during the rodeo at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 30, 2016.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostSydnee Lauridson, 9, of Brighton, gives her older sister's hog a kiss good bye before it goes to market during the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 30, 2016. The hog named "Steven" got 3rd place in the market hogs in its class.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostJulia Frye, 15, of Wellington brings her grand champion steer back to its ein after the Junior Livestock Sale at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo on Aug. 30.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostProfessional bull rider Scottie Knapp takes off leg wraps after the PRCA Ram Rodeo at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 29, 2016. "I stayed on for two rides...so I did what I came to do", said Knapp behind the chutes.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostChildren cool off in the fountain at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 30, 2016.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostMegan Prather, 19, of Bailey, shears her lamb at Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 30, 2016.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostFair goers get photos taken at "Olde Tyme Photos" during the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 29, 2016. The photo booth is a popular stop at the fair.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostTurkey legs are a popular food at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 30, 2016.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostHundreds of lights shine bright on an antique merry go round at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 29, 2016.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostCarnival goers swing on a ride called the "YoYo" during the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 29, 2016.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostA man practices for the Ranch Horse Versatility during the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 29, 2016. He and other riders will compete in the Ranch Horse Versatility competition tomorrow morning.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostDancer, from R&R Center for Performing Arts, preform on the Coca-Cola Stage during the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 29, 2016.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostJordan Halley, 9, of Kersey, Colorado, keeps her eyes on the judge and her arms around her lamb in the Jr. Breeding Sheep Showmanship during the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 29, 2016. Halley got a yellow ribbon for 3rd place in her heat.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostAnniah Peeples, 5, of Colorado Springs, plays in Battle Balls during the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 29, 2016.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostParticipants prepare their lambs during the Jr. Breeding Sheep Showmanship at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 29, 2016.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostRylie Zufelt, 14, left, splashes water from her hands on her friend Teagan Schleeter, 10, both of Bayfield, Colorado, during the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 29, 2016. Zufelt washes her heifer after showing her earlier in the day.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostA young girl with her face painted at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 29, 2016.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostRubber ducks float in a wash tank as part of a game at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 29, 2016.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostSusan Pineda carries her grand kids prizes around in a stroller during the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 29, 2016.
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After the rain stopped Santana Gallegos, left, and Raena Gonzalez hold hands and return to the fun at the carnival during the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, August 30, 2016.
ExpandThe Colorado State Fair celebrates its 144th anniversary in 2016. Each August and September, the fair combines education and fun for a full spectrum of agricultural experiences for half-a-million people. This year’s fair runs Aug. 26 through Sept. 5.
