Published Jun 26, 2026 1:24 pm
Ed Orpurt and Kim Helmbold
Sonora, CA — The upcoming Mother Lode Fair is themed “Heritage, Honor, and Hometown Fun.”
It is coming up July 2-5 at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds. This weekend’s Mother Lode Views will feature Fair CEO Kim Helmbold and Rodeo Manager Ed Orpurt. The rodeo is a new aspect to this year’s fair. There will also be special aspects related to the 250th anniversary of the United States, which is also being celebrated that same weekend.
They will preview the grandstand events, Junior Livestock Auction, vendors, food, and other entertainment.
Mother Lode Views airs Saturday and Sunday morning at 9:30 on AM 1450 and FM 102.7 KVML. Mother Lode Views can also be heard Sunday morning at 10 o’clock on 93.5 KKBN and at 9 a.m. on STAR 92.7.
For our extensive audio archive of past interviews on Mother Lode Views click on the “Media” tab and on “Mother Lode Views” or keyword: mlviews
Written by BJ Hansen.
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