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STAFF BLOG CAPITOL CHATTER Klobuchar, Bills U.S. Senate race enters more aggressive stage
A crowd gathered around U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchars Minnesota State Fair booth, cheering like at a campaign rally. At the same time, her challenger, Kurt Bills, was not far away talking one-on-one wit...
Posted on 9/4/12 at 5:43 AM
LIKE A FISH OUT OF FARGO 2012 Minnesota State Fair Visit: Great Balls Of Fire!
I look forward to going to the Minnesota State Fair like I look forward to Christmas. Possibly more. Like many other Minnesotans, I grew up making my annual pilgrimage to this Great Minnesota Get-Tog...
Posted on 9/2/12 at 4:30 PM
STAFF BLOG COMPASS POINTS WITH BRAD DOKKEN Check out the DNR fishcam live from the Minnesota State Fair
If youve ever been to the Minnesota State Fair, youve probably spent a few minutes checking out the fish pond at the Department of Natural Resources building. The pond is filled with Minnesota fish ra...
Posted on 8/30/12 at 11:41 AM
ON MY MIND Winning at 2012 Minnesota State Fair
Today Iwas excited to find out that my kids had another good winning year at the State Fair. I can't wait to share the good news and some pictures of their winning works. I am most proudof my daugh...
Posted on 8/23/12 at 11:57 PM
ARLENE COCO'S PRAIRIE KITCHEN Cooking at the State Fair on Opening Day & Jambalaya Hotdish Recipe
The Minnesota state fair is the second largest state fair in the US. Second only to Texas, this fair is a food obsessed person's dream. The food booths were awesome! When I would hear people walk by m...
Posted on 8/23/12 at 8:39 PM
Phil Krinkie, St. Paul, column: We could call it, ‘Tax reform on a stick’ 
If Gov. Dayton truly is seeking a fair and simple tax system, he should adopt the “State Fair” model; where everybody pays something, rich or poor, young or old, and contributes to supporting state services.
By Phil Krinkie , September 11, 2012
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Marilyn Schoenberg, Hebron, N.D., letter: Vote can convince NCAA to back down
We have to give the NCAA a way out to save its pride and authority. I believe a majority vote for the Sioux logo can do that.
By Marilyn Schoenberg , July 14, 2012
Minnesota grower aims for great pumpkins
A Minnesota grower is vying to break the state record with his jumbo-sized jack-o-lantern.
By Kim Ode , September 04, 2011
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Michigan state fair's run ends
Democratic Gov. Jennifer Granholm canceled the Michigan state fair this year, saying debt-ridden Michigan could no longer afford to subsidize it. Granholm's decision makes Michigan the only Midwestern state and one of few nationwide without a state fair.
By Corey Williams , September 01, 2010
Full power restored at Minnesota State Fair
UPDATED 8:55 P.M.Police say a truck clipped a power pole, knocking down lines that injured two people and cut off power to part of the Minnesota State Fair.
By Associated Press , August 31, 2010
Bachmann to stop using Minnesota State Fair logo in TV ad
Republican U.S. Rep. Michele Bachmann’s campaign says she will stop using the Minnesota State Fair logo in a TV ad critical of her Democratic rival’s tax record.
By Associated Press , August 31, 2010
Minnesota beekeepers opposing 'honey laundering'
Minnesota beekeepers say low-quality and contaminated honey from China is being dumped onto the U.S. market by being shipped through third countries to avoid import duties and food safety rules.
By Associated Press , August 30, 2010
Thanks, North Dakota, for State Fair improvements
MINOT — The excitement is building as the final touches are being put on the brand new North Dakota State Fair grandstand.
By Renae Korslien , July 17, 2010
AROUND NORTH DAKOTA: Fair grandstand to open .. Assault rumors false ... Contractor sues ... more
A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled July 22 for the new grandstand on the North Dakota State Fair grounds in Minot. The first concert is the following night, by country duo Brooks and Dunn.
By Associated Press/Forum Communications , July 04, 2010
Diane Weber, Bismarck, letter: No more eating contests at fairs
Eating contests are an affront to all that is sacred about food and its vital role in our lives.
By Diane Weber , June 24, 2010
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AROUND NORTH DAKOTA: Fair chief's firing discussed earlier ... N.D. has 3,200 flu cases ... more
The directors of North Dakota’s State Fair considered firing manager Bob Wagoner more than a year before they decided to do it this week.
Meeting minutes show the board discussed asking for Wagoner’s resignation in May 2008. The issue was later dropped and Wagoner got a 4.4 percent pay raise. Board member Neil Fleming of Cavalier said he saw improvements in marketing and staff relationships.
By Associated Press , December 19, 2009
MINNESOTA POLITICS: Molnau mulls governor bid ... Summit not open ... Young, old split ... more
Lt. Gov. Carol Molnau says she won't decide whether to run for governor next year until late August, saying “My family is still meeting.”
By Don Davis , September 04, 2009
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MINNESOTA POLITICS: Tax foes buy billboards ... Busy gov candidates ,,, Voting aid for disabled ... more
Minnesota’s biggest anti-tax group bought billboard space to promote its cause to people headed to Minnesota’s biggest get-together.
The Taxpayers League of Minnesota bought billboards along streets leading to the state fairgrounds. “Our first billboards highlight Minnesota Speaker of the House Margaret Anderson-Kelliher and her efforts to raise taxes by $1.5 billion,” league President Phil Krinkie said.
By Don Davis , August 29, 2009
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