The Minnesota State Fair today announced the addition of three country music opening acts to Brad Paisley's Grandstand show Aug. 22.

They are Julianne Hough, who won the past two seasons of television's "Dancing with the Stars" with celebrity partners Apolo Ohno and Helio Castroneves; new artist Chuck Wicks; and acclaimed singer-songwriter Jewel.

Additional artists performing at the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand will be announced over the next few months.

The 2008 Minnesota State Fair runs Aug. 21 though Labor Day, Sept. 1.

PAUL WALSH