The Christian County fair is nearly here and there are new events at this year's fair that could cater to a different audience. The Wine Experience, driven by the Illinois Wine Association, has brought in various local wineries for tastings and to spread their beverages to more communities. Accompanying the Wine Experience will be live music.

The fair begins Tuesday, July 18th, through the 22nd, at the Christian County Fair Grounds, located at 1716 West Spresser Street in Taylorville. Craig Paulek, the Christian County Fair Board President is serving his second term as the Board President, his first term was in 2010-2011. Paulek is excited to present this year's Wine Experience.

Also new to the CC Fair this year is a petting zoo from the Scoville Zoo in Decatur. The petting zoo will run all week long and will give attendees an opportunity to pet a more exotic creature.

For the classic events at the Christian County Fair like the Stock Car Race and the Demolition derby, those tickets will sell out fast. Paulek notes that these tickets can be purchased at the CC Fair Grounds Office.

The local community and businesses are what make the CC Fair possible. Paulek thanks each and every donor that made contributions. Paulek says his favorite part of the fair is seeing the community engagement, noting that this is a time when local citizens can reconnect with others.

The Christian County Fair begins Tuesday, July 18th with a ribbon cutting and the Jr. Miss, Miss, and Queen Pageants at 7:00 P.M.

Craig Paulek appeared on the WTIM Morning Show as a guest