Colchester County 4-H member McKenna Harrison showcased her cow Ranhaven CC Selena at the Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition on Aug. 12. Photo by Aidan Rawding /Truro NewsArticle contentBIBLE HILL – The Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition (NSPE) is back for another year of agricultural showcases and family friendly entertainment in Bible Hill.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentOn Aug. 12, the five-day event kicked off with various Colchester County 4-H competitions. Colchester County 4-H is the host of this year’s fair.Article contentArticle content4-H members showcased many animals, including horses, cows, and chickens. There was also a tractor competition and fashion show at the NSPE grounds.Article contentLocal dignitaries and special guests also participated in a livestock showmanship competition with help from youth 4-H members.Article contentThe STEPtones, a house band from STEPs on Arthur, performed at the opening ceremonies.Article contentFollowing speeches from volunteers and elected officials, crowds gathered at the MacMillan Show Centre for a fan-favourite event: tug of war. Nova Scotia 4-H teams went head-to-head in the friendly competition.Article contentThe Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition runs until Aug. 16 at 73 Ryland Ave. For more information, including the event schedule, visit nspe.ca.Article content Klaire Edwards, a young Colchester County 4-H member, helps wash a show cow at the Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition on Aug. 12. The agricultural fair involves a variety of 4-H competitions where members showcase cows, horses, chickens and more. Photo by Aidan Rawding /Truro NewsArticle content Jade Barbrick, right, demonstrates how to showcase a cavy to Municipality of Colchester District 7 Coun. Sherry Martell during a livestock showmanship competition for local dignitaries and special guests on Aug. 12. Photo by Aidan Rawding /Truro NewsArticle content The STEPtones, a house band from STEPs on Arthur in Truro, kicked off the opening ceremonies at the Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition with several musical performances. Photo by Aidan Rawding /Truro NewsArticle content Local politicians, volunteers, and community members gathered for a ribbon cutting at the opening ceremony of the Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition in Bible Hill on Aug. 12. From left are Cumberland-Colchester MP Alana Hirtle, Colchester County 4-H chairwoman Shelly DeViller, Agriculture Minister Greg Morrow, Truro-Bible Hill-Millbrook-Salmon River MLA Dave Ritcey, and Bible Hill Village Chairman Kevin Kennedy. Photo by Aidan Rawding /Truro NewsArticle content Pictou County 4-H members, from left, Mira Dewar, Cole McInnis, and Tatum Lavers work to beat East Hants in the first tug of war competition of the night on Aug. 12 at the Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition. Photo by Aidan Rawding /Truro NewsArticle contentArticle content
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