CLARION – The Fall Foliage Festival is on track to be as enjoyable as ever, Clarion Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry Director Tracy Becker said this week, but this year it’s possible it won’t. there is a carnival of rides and games around the court area. .
“The carnival is up in the air right now,” said Becker, who began contacting carnival operators months ago and has received several return calls.
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