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Minnesota State Fair begins after yearlong hiatus
Attendees will not be required to wear masks or show proof of vaccination, though organizers are urging mask use indoors and in crowded outdoor spaces.
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Minnesota State Fair opens gates despite COVID concerns
Attendees will not be required to wear masks or show proof of vaccination, though organizers are urging mask use indoors and in crowded outdoor spaces.
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Preparations for the Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair begins on Thursday, August 26, 2021.
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Gun owners group loses bid to allow permit carriers to bring guns to the Minnesota State Fair
Ramsey County judge denied the group's request for a temporary order.
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15 foods that belong in the Minnesota State Fair's hall of fame
Restaurant critic Rick Nelson shines a spotlight on 15 foods at the Minnesota State Fair.
Variety
The touching stories behind those memorial benches at the Minnesota State Fair
Personalized benches at the State Fair offer much-needed seating and often a touchstone for grieving family and friends.
Variety
The touching stories behind those memorial benches at the Minnesota State Fair
Personalized benches at the State Fair offer much-needed seating and often a touchstone for grieving family and friends.
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Our daily picks for 24 Minnesota music acts to see at the State Fair
Our critic recommends four local acts per day to meet the pent-up demand for live music in 2021.
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10 must-see art pieces from the 2021 Minnesota State Fair
The fair is back, and so is the annual art exhibition. Here are 10 pieces to look for.
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FairCam: Live from the Minnesota State Fair
What's it like on the state fairgrounds at this moment? Check out our FairCam to get a taste of the preparation.
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Pandemic concerns push some vendors to skip State Fair
Vendors weigh risks, some cancel amid virus' spread.
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WCCO Radio won't broadcast from State Fair
Decision came after fair said it won't require masks or proof of vaccination.
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Outgoing critic Rick Nelson on how to eat your way through the State Fair
Some tips on how to try every new food at this year's get-together.
Local
Minnesota State Fair urges but doesn't require masks
Attendees urged to come to the State Fair on lower-volume weekdays, seek COVID-19 testing after event.
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After a year apart, we're back together at the Great Minnesota Get-Together
After missing out in 2020, fair fans are excited to make up for lost time. There's plenty to see – and something for everyone who wants to attend.
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Minnesota disability agency to boycott State Fair over lack of mask and vaccine mandates
The Minnesota Council on Disability says its safety concerns have been ignored.
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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.
