Neal McCoy takes to the Grandstand Tuesday night, the opening night of the Freeborn County fair. While making his way on stage, McCoy tries to interact with as many people as he can. That includes staff and photographers. Alex Guerrero/Albert Lea Tribune

Although some people go up to the main stage and past the security barriers to get a good view, McCoy is happy to walk around and shake people's hands. Alex Guerrero/Albert Lea Tribune

McCoy takes the stage at the start of his second song. Alex Guerrero/Albert Lea Tribune

Neal McCoy himself is the only one wearing a cowboy hat. Alex Guerrero/Albert Lea Tribune

While on stage, McCoy comments at the rates he shows up at the Freeborn County fair, he may not be able to make it to the next show. Alex Guerrero/Albert Lea Tribune