1 Blindness from glaucoma is 6 to 8 times more common in African Americans than Caucasians. 2  African Americans are 15 times more likely to be visually impaired from glaucoma than Caucasians. 3  The most common form, open-angle glaucoma, accounts for 19% of all blindness among African Americans compared to 6% in Caucasians.
Carlton County Fair - August 17,18,19,&20 2017. B a r n u m , M i n n e s o t a. We are planning for another amazing fair in 2017. The dates are August 17,18,19,&20 mark your calendars! We have some great shows planned for this year. We also have the ONLY horse racing left in Minnesota at any County Fair â 126 years strong!
The Evergreen State Fair in Monroe, one of the biggest county fairs in the nation, kicks off its annual twelve day run today, Thursday, at the Monroe fairgrounds. The deal of the day: Free Gate Admission For EVERYONE until 1pm! Today is also Kid's Day at the fair where children 15 and younger get in free.