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The real story behind the viral 'bored millennial couple' at the State Fair
A photographer captured two Burnsville H.S. students in an unguarded moment at the Minnesota State Fair and the photo went viral. Here's what was really going on.
Music
Bonnie Raitt gets emotional over Minnesota in gracious, spirited concert
She showed love for Prince and a host of local musicians.
Local
State Fair closes after a run of good weather, big attendance
It looks like more people than ever before joined Minnesota's grand cattle call.
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Local
How many ways to love the fair? Minnesotans share their favorite memories
With 157 years to create memories, the Minnesota State Fair offers up many possibilities.
East Metro
Castile protesters gather at State Fair's main entrance after march
Demonstrators marched from the site of Philando Castile's shooting to the fair's main gate.
Business
Minnesota ranks No. 1 for producing sweet corn
Minnesota ranks No. 1 in sweet corn — the belle of the State Fair
Music
Garrison Keillor gets Gopher-centric for Minnesota State Fair show
His grandstand gig was all about Minnesota — and the State Fair.
Variety
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Streetscapes: The Minnesota State Fair is built to last
The unique – and enduring – buildings on the fairgrounds show a range of architectural styles.
Eat & Drink
Ranking all 47 new foods at the Minnesota State Fair (and where to find them)
47 new foods. Ten hours. One critic. Rick Nelson sampled it all at the State Fair; $450 later, here's his take.
Music
Review: Sweet homespun Alabama does it again at the State Fair
The deeply Southern harmonizers hit the grandstand for the 19th time, more than any other performers in Minnesota State Fair history.
Variety
James Lileks: The end of the State Fair, and all it symbolizes
As the State Fair ends, we're left with warm memories and grease-stained shirts.
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State Fair schedule for Sept. 2: MPR Day
Here's a list of things to do on Day 9 of the Minnesota State Fair.
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Minnesota State Fair
Coverage of the annual Minnesota State Fair. including food reviews, grandstand concert performances, full daily schedules, live video and a fairground map.
