Palouse Empire Fair is 'Back in the Saddle'

COLFAX - Plans for the return of the Palouse Empire Fair are moving forward and is six weeks away.

New features of the "Back in the Saddle" fair in its return from last year's cancelation are a concert, Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) rodeo on Thursday and Friday nights with mini-bull riding on Saturday night, and more.

"Plans are going 100%, just like a regular fair," said Bill Tensfeld, fair director. "It's a good feeling, I'll tell you."

New attractions include a 60-foot long by 40-foot stage to be erected in the middle of the rodeo arena for recording artist Neal McCoy. The o...