U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar shares what she loves about Minnesota State Fair
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The Minnesota State Fair is now open, and U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar was among the politicians at the gate. She spoke with FOX 9's Hannah Flood about what she loves most about the Great Minnesota Get-Together.

Jordan Johnson was first in line at Minnesota State Fair
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Fairgoer Jordan Johnson was the first person in line for opening day of the Minnesota State Fair. He lined up at 7 p.m. Wednesday night, ahead of the fair's opening at 7 a.m. Thursday. He says he got in line so early to beat a Green Bay Packers fan.

Countdown to the Minnesota State Fair
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The final touches are being added to the fairgrounds on the eve of the Great Minnesota Get-Together. The Minnesota State Fair runs from Aug. 25 - Sept. 5.

RAW: Minnesota DNR stocks pond at Minnesota State Fair
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The Minnesota DNR on Wednesday stocked its fish pond with native fish ahead of the opening of the Minnesota State Fair on Thursday.

State law enforcement officials detail security plans for Minnesota State Fair

A threat assessment conducted on the Minnesota State Fair came back "extremely low," the state's top law enforcement official said, just ahead of the fair's opening.

State law enforcement officials detail security plans for Minnesota State Fair
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A threat assessment conducted on the Minnesota State Fair came back "extremely low," the state's top law enforcement official said, just ahead of the fair's opening.

Minnesota State Fair safety: Fair police chief says department is prepared

Like last year, fairgoers can expect to go through metal detectors before heading into the fairgrounds. But Chief Ron Knafla says the fair has other new efforts in place to keep everyone safe.

It's crunch time for Minnesota State Fair vendors with a week left

With seven days left until the Minnesota State Fair, the countdown is on, but vendors say they’re ready to welcome back pre-pandemic crowds.

Vendors setting up for Minnesota State Fair
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Vendors at the Minnesota State Fair are preparing for the Great Minnesota Get-Together, which starts a week from Thursday, on Aug. 25. FOX 9's Hannah Flood stopped by the Hamline Dining Hall, which is one of the original food vendors at the fair.

Minnesota State Fair says security will be fully staffed this year

A week after the Minnesota State Fair requested the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office help with additional security at the Great Minnesota Get-Together this year, fair officials say it has reached its goal of securing 200 law enforcement officers.

Minnesota State Fair 'confident' in public safety plan

As of Thursday morning, State Fair General Manager Jerry Hammer says they’re up to just over 170 officers. That includes the at least 99 officers they’ve hired for their own department and the help they’re getting from outside agencies. He says that’s nothing new for the fair. 

Minnesota State Fair still needs to hire 100 officers, asks for help

The Minnesota State Fair has requested the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office for help with security at the Great Minnesota Get-Together this year, as the police department is 100 officers short. 

Minnesota State Fair will have 46 new specialty beers in 2022

From Fair Mullet to Chili Pineapple Express Sour, there are 46 brand-new brews and specialty beverages at this year's Minnesota State Fair.

Minnesota State Fair announces 2 more new food vendors

In addition to its already expansive list of new foods for its 2022 celebration, the Great Minnesota Get-Together has announced two new vendors.