Carnival & Fair News

  Brian Morrissey October 9, 1940 to May 18, 2023It is with a heavy heart to announce the passing of Brian Morrissey. Brian's life was adventurous and touched many people. Brian was a very courageous Showman who was not afraid of change. He held many positions and traveled throughout the country, working with many amusement-related companies.His list of accomplishments includes:  Managed Pioneer Park in Aurora, IL Old Chicago Amusement Park in Bolingbrook, IL Brookfield Zoo in Chicago, IL Managed Bolo Island Amusement Park Operated rides at the World's Fair in Knoxville, Tn Underwater Atlantis Park in Hollywood,Fl Managed the Bingo concessions for the Seminole Indian Tribe of Florida Monkey Jungle in Miami He booked many Shows and Circuses, including Zabelle Shows, Ken Detty's Funtastic Midways, Baron Von Uhl's Wild Animal Circus, Hollingsworth Circus, and  most recently worked hand in hand with Robert Briggs of Modern Midways ...   [read more]

  George Moffett, one of the entertainment industry’s most respected and beloved talent buyers passed away on Sunday, May 14 at Genesis Hospital in Zanesville. George was a unique individual, and in the country music community and county fair industry, thousands of people considered him a friend. It would be hard to access the number of lives he touched in his 55-year career.“George, you put a lot of meals on the tables of the boys in the band and crew and diapers on their babies over the years.” said Toby Keith.“George, you fed my kids with all the dates you booked.” stated Trace Adkins.“George was a great friend.” said Randy Owen, member of the country group, ALABAMA.George was a fan of entertainment, and his life story is a testament to that.He attended The Ohio State University his freshman year, majoring in business. While there, he played trumpet with a dance band and got the idea to secure dates for other dance bands. His sophomore year ...   [read more]