The 2025 Chautauqua County Fair is currently underway, featuring youth and 4-H members showcasing their animals throughout the week. Highlights include Charlotte Couchman preparing for her final shows with her longtime horse Renaissance, who is entering retirement, and Raelyn Nickerson showing her award-winning rabbits, Dolland and Sargeant. Both participants emphasize the joy of interacting with the public and the personal growth gained through 4-H activities.

In the dairy barn, Dale Perry is showing a Brown Swiss cow for the first time, choosing the breed to increase his chances of placing after competing in the crowded Holstein class last year. The fair continues to host a variety of 4-H and open class animal shows, celebrating the dedication and enthusiasm of local youth involved in agriculture and animal husbandry.