Minnesota State Fair losing 150-200 vendors this year
Minnesota State Fair organizers say it’s typical for some vendors to choose not to return, but this year that amount has doubled compared to previous years.
Minnesota State Fair losing twice as many vendors this year
Minnesota State Fair organizers say it’s typical for some vendors to choose not to return, but this year that amount has doubled compared to previous years.
Fewer 4-H'ers staying overnight at state fairgrounds amid COVID-19 concerns
In order to reduce the chances of spreading COVID-19 at the Minnesota State Fair, the 4-H program is making big adjustments, especially for those who normally stay overnight at the fairgrounds.
Fewer 4-H'ers staying overnight at state fairgrounds amid COVID-19 concerns
In order to reduce the chances of spreading COVID-19 at the Minnesota State Fair, the 4-H program is making big adjustments, especially for those who normally stay overnight at the fairgrounds.
Minnesota State Fair not requiring masks inside most buildings
Minnesota State Fair attendees will not be required to wear masks inside buildings on the fairgrounds during this year’s Great Minnesota Get-Together.
Vendors still searching for workers with Minnesota State Fair less than 2 weeks away
With the Minnesota State Fair quickly approaching, vendors say they are still searching for workers.
Minnesota Council on Disability pulls out of Minnesota State Fair over COVID-19 concerns
With COVID-19 delta variant cases on the rise, the Minnesota Council on Disability says it has made the decision not to attend the Minnesota State Fair, saying the fair has failed to create a safe environment for its visitors.
Metro Transit only operating 3 Minnesota State Fair express bus routes this year
Metro Transit announced this week it will be scaling back its express bus service to the Minnesota State Fair this year due to a shortage of drivers.
Gun owner's group sues Minnesota State Fair to allow permit holders to carry guns
A gun owner’s group is suing to allow permit holders to carry handguns on the fairgrounds during this year’s Minnesota State Fair.
Gun owner’s group sues Minnesota State Fair to allow permit holders to carry guns
A gun owner’s group is suing to allow permit holders to carry handguns on the fairgrounds during this year’s Minnesota State Fair.
Walz warns State Fair attendance will suffer without COVID restrictions
Gov. Tim Walz said the Minnesota State Fair should have COVID-19 restrictions in place or attendance for the Great Minnesota Get Together will suffer.
Prepare for the State Fair with a salty Minnesota favorite (you can't resist the pickle dog!)
A Minnesota State Fair favorite, the humble pickle dog, can easily be recreated at home. Nordic Food expert Patrice Johnson stopped by the Buzz with the recipe and ways to use all that extra pickle juice.
Minnesota State Fair considering mandating masks indoors
Organizers of the Minnesota State Fair say they are considering mandating masks inside buildings at the fairgrounds this summer, but they have not made any decisions yet.
Minnesota State Fair unveils new attractions for 2021
The Minnesota State Fair is coming up, and organizers are giving us a peek at some new additions.
Ramsey County Sheriff's Office to provide security for Minnesota State Fair
For the first time in decades, the Minnesota State Fair will not have its own police department. Instead, the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office will take over law enforcement duties for this year’s fair.
Trying a state fair favorite... before the gates even open
There's no reason to wait for the Minnesota State Fair to check off some of your favorite fair foods. We checked out Bridgeman's Ice Cream Parlor in Woodbury where you can get a taste of the fair before the gates even open.
How Sara's Tipsy Pies makes 20,000 pies for the MN State Fair
Preparations are well underway for the 2021 Minnesota State Fair. Cody Matz got a look at how Sara's Tipsy Pies is working to make and package 20,000 pies for the Great Minnesota Get Back Together.
Artist Kevin Cannon on creating this year's commemorative State Fair art piece
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled this year's commemorative art piece for 2021 -- it's a cartoon map by illustrator and cartoonist Kevin Cannon. Kevin joined the Buzz to chat about creating the piece and how he was able to fit so many state fair favorites into the work.
Minnesota State Fair hiring for 1,000 jobs: Here's how to get one
The Minnesota State Fair is looking for people to fill about 1,000 open positions for the 2021 Great Minnesota Get Together.
Minnesota State Fair hiring for 1,000 jobs
From the top of Machinery Hill to the far end of the Midway, the Minnesota State Fair is looking for people to fill about 1,000 open positions for the 2021 Great Minnesota Get Together.