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Near perfect weather helped boost participation and attendance at the 2024 Bikes and Big Rigz show held at the Taylor County Fairgrounds. Organizers report the number of entries was up greatly from last year's show. In addition to the semi truck and motorcycles on display, there were competitions for best interior and audio as well as a youth pedal tractor pool. See additional coverage and results from the show on page 9 of the second section. The annual event is held the last Saturday of June.

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