Ohio's county fairs planning for full-scale events this year, but restrictions could still be in place With the news from Gov. DeWine that he's expecting county fairs to be open this year, local fair boards are moving ahead with full plans for the summer. Author: Will Ujek Updated: 6:36 PM EST March 12, 2021 MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, Ohio — County fair boards across Ohio breathed a sigh of relief when Gov. Mike DeWine gave them the good news that they'd likely be able to resume this summer. "We've all been eagerly awaiting that announcement yesterday," Tim Fowler, media director for the Cuyahoga County Fair, told 3News.