Great Scott County

Big things are happening across Scott County this season, and our newsletter rounds it all up in one place. From homeownership pathways and business support to career connections and community stories, the latest Great Scott edition is your go-to guide for what's happening close to home. Take a few minutes to catch up on local events and opportunities you won't want to miss.

Read the latest newsletter at: https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Hello-Summer--Here-s-the-Latest-Great-Scott-County-Newsletter-.html?soid=1141306177690&aid=w8dqnzSa93w&fbclid=IwY2xjawTHDGVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwYzA5cW9yMEZZcGVRb0xMc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHiM5BwNVqlMSLb_iHRaxgUJDdToaDZIkkF18w4fwdXtO5olUSUIL60kX5QQM_aem_idvQUlx2E6KkJ1VwzRbUFw

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🙋‍♀️🎡We're Looking for Volunteers!❤️

The Scott County Fair wouldn't be possible without the incredible support of our community—and we'd love to have YOU join our volunteer team!

Whether you can give a few hours or a few days, your time makes a huge difference in helping us create the 5 Best Days of Summer for thousands of fairgoers.

We're looking for volunteers to help with a variety of opportunities before, during, and after the fair, including:
🌟 Greeting guests
🐖 Miracle of Birth Center
🏆 People Moving
😊 And much more!

No experience is necessary—just a positive attitude and a willingness to help!

📅 2026 Scott County Fair
July 22–26, 2026
📍Scott County Fairgrounds • Jordan, MN

Interested in volunteering or know someone who might be? We'd love to have you sign up!

Sign up here:

https://m.signupgenius.com/ #!/showSignUp/20F044DA4A82EA7FD0-57753732-2026?useFullSite=false

https://scottcountyfair.org/get-involved/volunteer-opportunities/

Together, we can make the 2026 Scott County Fair the best one yet. Thank you for supporting this community tradition—we couldn't do it without you! ❤️🎡

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Only two, in-person, 1st Time Homebuyer (HomeStretch) Workshops remain for 2026.
This 8-hour course features all the information Homebuyers need to know about Homebuying. Industry professionals share incites and present details covering what to expect and how best to prepare.
Follow this Workshop up with a private counseling session at the CDA and you could earn a $5,000 Grant, to use during Closing on your new home!
Workshop registration:
🏠All Spanish Workshop on September 12th... https://www.tfaforms.com/5200091?session=a16Up0000024jWrIAI
🏠November 7th presented in English... https://www.tfaforms.com/4919195?session=a16Up0000024jdJIAQ
$40 Household fee
Hardship waivers applications available upon request.
Sign up today and get ready for the adventure of homeownership!

Totally Free! These are childhood moments that will never be forgotten! Meet your friends at the Community Center on July 24 from 5–7 p.m. 🚒 ☀️