Strawberry Festival, Clay County

‘Wasn’t expected’: Strawberry Festival organizer surprised by sheriff’s statement, says he complied with all requests
The organizer of the Strawberry Festival in Clay County responded Monday to backlash over the weekend regarding traffic issues at the event.
Strawberry Festival organizer says crowds in Clay County were larger than expected
Some attendees claim they waited up to three hours in traffic to leave the event at the Clay County Fairgrounds on Saturday.
Sheriff Cook Slams Organizers Over Traffic Chaos at Clay County Strawberry Festival
The Clay County Strawberry Festival faced traffic issues, leading to criticism and a law enforcement clash with organizers.
‘This is unacceptable’: Clay County Sheriff comments after less than sweet start to Strawberry Festival
The Strawberry Festival is a community favorite each year at the Clay County Fairgrounds, but this year, it wasn’t all sweet. Clay County sheriff Michelle Cook took to Facebook Saturday night, calling out the festival and its organizers for security and traffic concerns.
Law enforcement and Strawberry Fest organizers clash over traffic and security needs
The Sheriff’s Office plans to have more on-duty personnel assigned to the event tomorrow, but emphasized that " taxpayers should not have to pay for a private vendor event.”
'This is unacceptable': Clay County sheriff addresses traffic nightmare at Strawberry Festival
Many people attending the event at the Clay County Fairgrounds reported being stuck in traffic for hours while trying to leave Saturday.
Clay Sheriff and Strawberry Fest organizers clash over traffic and safety concerns
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