Meet 70th Princess Kay of the Milky Way
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FOX 9 spoke with the 70th Princess Kay of the Milky Way, Emma Kuball, at the Minnesota State Fair.

Getting to the Minnesota State Fair
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As people travel to the state fairgrounds for the first day of the Great Minnesota Get-Together, it?s drastically different from last year?s traffic jam.

MN State Fair: FOX 9 Jr. Reporter Elle Cottew
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FOX 9's Junior Reporter Elle Cottew joins the crew to talk with fairgoers about their fashion choices at the Great Minnesota Get-Together.

Minnesota DNR highlights lesser-known fish at State Fair

The DNR is showing special attention to "misunderstood fish" or "rough fish" that anglers may not be the most thrilled about catching but play a vital role in aquatic ecosystems and keeping Minnesota waterways healthy.

The Bacon Brothers chat with FOX 9 ahead of State Fair show
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Actor Kevin Bacon, his brother Michael, and their band are headed to the Minnesota State Fair to perform on Aug. 24 and Aug. 25. Together they are The Bacon Brothers and they've been making music and touring for 25 years. FOX 9's Kelcey Carlson had the chance to talk to them ahead of their performance about their music, their childhood in Philadelphia, and why they want to keep performing as long as possible.

Wines at the Minnesota State Fair
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Leslee Miller joins FOX 9 to share what wines you can find at the Minnesota State Fair this year.

Busy first day at Minnesota State Fair
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It's a busy first day at the Minnesota State Fair. FOX 9's Se Kwon has the details.

Minnesota State Fair button collector has about 1,000 items in her collection

Minnesotans go to the Minnesota State Fair for all sorts of reasons. For some, it’s the food. For others, it’s the entertainment. For Sue Buetow, it’s for the buttons.

Meet a Minnesota State Fair button collector
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Minnesotans go to the Minnesota State Fair for all sorts of reasons.?For some, it?s the food.?For others, it?s the entertainment. For Sue Buetow, it?s for the buttons. Buetow has been collecting Minnesota State Fair buttons for years.?She has about 1,000. Some small, some big, some are from politicians, and others mark historical moments at the fair, like 100 years of the cattle barn. Her oldest is from 1910.

Wine judging at the Minnesota State Fair
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FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K takes a look at what goes into wine judging at the Minnesota State Fair.

70th Princess Kay of the Milky Way crowned

Emma Kuball, of Waterville, was crowned Wednesday night as the 70th Princess Kay of the Milky Way.

What to do in Minnesota: 6 things to do this weekend (Aug. 25-27)

As summer comes to a close, many local fairs and festivals are celebrating the last few weeks before the fall and back to school season.

Minnesota State Fair transportation options: What you need to know

With the Minnesota State Fair just around the corner, now is the time to start planning your transportation, and there are plenty of ways to get there. 

MN State Fair: Tips for getting there
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There are several ways to get to the Minnesota State Fair. FOX 9's Se Kwon has tips for getting there.

Stocking the fish pond at Minnesota State Fair
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The Minnesota DNR on Tuesday stocked the fish pond at the Minnesota State Fair with fish ahead of the opening of the fair on Thursday.

Setting up for the Minnesota State Fair
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FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K talks about setting up for the Minnesota State Fair, which opens on Thursday.

My State Fair Lady talks her fair favorites
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My State Fair Lady joined FOX 9 Good Day to share her Minnesota State Fair must-dos and talk about all things State Fair.

Scorching start likely for MN State Fair
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The Minnesota State Fair could get off to a scorching start, with a hot week ahead.

Minnesota State Fair hidden food gems
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Stephanie March joins FOX 9 Good Day to talk about hidden food gems at the Minnesota State Fair.

Fairgoers will see more officers this year at the Minnesota State Fair

One of the most noticeable changes to safety and security at this year's Minnesota State Fair will be the increased number of sworn officers patrolling both inside and outside the fair.