16-04-2025
Winfield's Rick Meyer stage project exceeds community support goal
WINFIELD, Kan. (KSNW) — A fundraising campaign to build a permanent outdoor performance stage at the Winfield Fairgrounds has exceeded its goal, securing more than $32,000—surpassing the original $31,250 target.
The stage, set to be completed by July, will honor the late Rick Meyer, a beloved figure in the local music and fair scene known as 'Mr. Winfield.' The project is a joint effort between the City of Winfield, the Walnut Valley Festival, and the Cowley County Fair Association.
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Designed for smaller acts, the stage will be located just south of Barn 4 and include lighting and speaker tracks, a ceiling enclosure, and a flood-resistant structure.
Community support came in through donations from festival attendees, local fundraisers, and area businesses. Highlights include a $3,100 contribution from guitar champion Stephen Bennett and $7,500 raised by Cowley County 4-H clubs.
'This project is a testament to what makes Winfield special,' Winfield City Manager Taggart Wall said in a news release. 'The community's generosity and love for music helped bring this vision to life.'
Donations are still being accepted and are tax-deductible. More information is available on the City of Winfield's website.
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