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£51.. in kers "We couldn't believe it." Bekkers says her only dissapointment this year fair was that the CKBY balloon I couldn't show up. Financially, the fair is expected to make a profit this year. I 1 ' "We don't have all the figures in yet, The 133rd Russell Fair was officialy opened with the unveiling of a permanent Agricultural Society sign in front of the Russell Arena on Friday evening. Proud Of Russell's history and the hard work that went into ; but we expect a profit, " said Hubbard. "The support from the community was exceptional. There were so many or-- ganizations that helped out," said Hub-- bard. Hubbard says much of the profit will go towards maintenance of the fair the organization of the fair are fair board members and invited guests (L to R) Mayor Gaston Patenaude, Joyce MacGregor, Hal Botham of CJET, Judi Hubbard, MP Don Boudria, Cherry Bekkers, and Don Graham. grounds, as well as to renovate some of its buildings. - The only problem at the fair this year proved to be the wasps. A total of 17 people were stung during the fair. Despite the little pests, this year's event will be one to remember.