Article: ROCK BAND DAUGHTRY TO OPEN STATE FAIR AUG. 21.(CNY)

Article: OK State Fair cut to 11 days
THE JOURNAL RECORD;  November 19, 2003 ;     411 words ...The Oklahoma State Fair has been cut to an 11-day event for 2004. The fair's board of directors on Tuesday approved dates for the 11- day State Fair in 2004, a format the State Fair followed for 40 years. The State Fair expanded to 17 days...

Article: California State Fair 2004 A Great Success
Sacramento Observer;  September 15, 2004 ;     700+ words ...Sacramento Observer 09-15-2004 The California State Fair wrapped up its 151st year on Labor Day, Monday, September 6, in traditional State Fair style -- with fireworks, corn dogs and...cakes. But in a word, the 2004 California State Fair was all about "culture." "This year's...

Article: Verdict still out on State Fair plans
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel;  August 15, 2000 ;     420 words ...Verdict still out on State Fair plans Tuesday, August 15, 2000 Tradition...the proposed renovation plans for State Fair Park. It appears to me that the fairgrounds...past 40 and 50 years? They are the State Fair! People enjoy walking past these...

Article: Time capsule from the 1950s unearthed at State Fair Park Officials to keep eyes open for other historical treasures while renovating site
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel;  March 29, 2000 ;     464 words ...Wednesday, March 29, 2000 West Allis -- State Fair officials probably will check buildings...old Youth Dorm being demolished for a State Fair Park renovation, are being prepared for...It's a kick," said Rick Bjorklund, State Fair executive director. "I'm just very happy...

Article: Year-round focus urged for State Fair Panel recommends major upgrade
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel;  May 8, 1999 ;     700+ words ......one that runs Summerfest should operate State Fair Park and move it toward becoming a year-rou...government leaders urged Friday. The State Fair Board also needs to hire experts, such...speedskating event. In addition to the annual State Fair, more than 200 other events take place...

Article: Okla. State Fair introduces new official name, logo
THE JOURNAL RECORD;  July 11, 2001 ;     700+ words ...State Fair officials on Tuesday unveiled a long-range approach to reposition the State Fair and State Fair Park in the marketplace. The plan includes a new branding strategy for the State Fair and State Fair Park, including a new official name and...

Article: State Fair introduces new branding strategy New logo represents first significant change in two decades
The Journal Record;  July 11, 2001 ;     700+ words ...OKLAHOMA CITY (JR) -- State Fair officials on Tuesday unveiled a long-range approach to reposition the State Fair and State Fair Park in the marketplace. The plan includes a new branding strategy for the State Fair and State Fair Park, including...

Article: Wholesome, entertaining trip to the `State Fair'
The Boston Globe;  November 9, 1995 ;     644 words ...STATE FAIR By Rodgers & Hammerstein. Book by Tom...last night (runs through November 12) "State Fair" is as corny as Iowa in August, which...Rodgers and Hammerstein meant it to be. "State Fair" started off as a novel, then a film...

Article: Wyoming director eyes State Fair post.
Omaha World-Herald (Omaha, NE);  August 1, 2006 ;     378 words ......Hammel Aug. 1--LINCOLN -- The Nebraska State Fair is looking west for a new director. The State Fair Board will hold an emergency meeting Saturday...current executive director of the Wyoming State Fair, Barney Cosner, for the opening as director...

Article: '94 State Fair May See 1.8 Million Visitors
The Journal Record;  September 10, 1994 ;     700+ words ......increasing daily on the fairgrounds of the State Fair of Oklahoma, with all of the elements gradually being assembled for a 17-day run of the 88th state fair, which begins Friday. The State Fair of Oklahoma, behind all its glitter, showmanship...

Article: 'State Fair' coming to Owensboro.
Messenger-Inquirer (Owensboro, KY);  May 8, 2007 ;     471 words ...Byline: Beth Wilberding May 8--A state fair is taking place a month early this year...will present Rodgers & Hammerstein's State Fair in July at Owensboro High School. It...musical. TWO is holding auditions for State Fair May 19 and 20. Last summer, TWO presented...

Article: State Fair corn-and-barbecue vendor adds dash of diversity
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel;  August 4, 2004 ;     700+ words ...OPPORTUNITIES Tannette Johnson-Elie State Fair corn-and-barbecue vendor adds dash of...vendor secure a choice location at the State Fair, which has struggled to attract and recruit...Diversity is foremost on the minds of State Fair officials right now, which is another...

Article: ALL'S FAIR THE STATE FAIR TRIES ITS BEST TO WIN OVER FAIRGOERS.(DAYBREAK)
Wisconsin State Journal (Madison, WI);  July 30, 2003 ;     517 words ......Journal Born 152 years ago, the Wisconsin State Fair will do anything -- anything (is your...exhibits. At the same time. That's the state fair's lineup at 2 p.m. Aug. 8. To preview...everything from a veal cook-off to the State Fair Pom Pon Competition that begins at the...

Article: State fair recognizes former host; County fair's opening ceremony recalls time when Dubuque hosted the state event
Telegraph - Herald (Dubuque);  July 28, 2004 ;     313 words ......the city was home briefly to the Iowa State Fair, now in its 150th year. Tuesday's opening...of its sesquicentennial year, the Iowa State Fair is recognizing the eight cities that are former state fair hosts. On Tuesday, sesquicentennial co-chairm...