Minnesota State Fair losing 150-200 vendors this year
Minnesota State Fair organizers say it’s typical for some vendors to choose not to return, but this year that amount has doubled compared to previous years.
Fewer 4-H'ers staying overnight at state fairgrounds amid COVID-19 concerns
In order to reduce the chances of spreading COVID-19 at the Minnesota State Fair, the 4-H program is making big adjustments, especially for those who normally stay overnight at the fairgrounds.
Vendors still searching for workers with Minnesota State Fair less than 2 weeks away
With the Minnesota State Fair quickly approaching, vendors say they are still searching for workers.
Minnesota Council on Disability pulls out of Minnesota State Fair over COVID-19 concerns
With COVID-19 delta variant cases on the rise, the Minnesota Council on Disability says it has made the decision not to attend the Minnesota State Fair, saying the fair has failed to create a safe environment for its visitors.
Metro Transit only operating 3 Minnesota State Fair express bus routes this year
Metro Transit announced this week it will be scaling back its express bus service to the Minnesota State Fair this year due to a shortage of drivers.
Gun owner's group sues Minnesota State Fair to allow permit holders to carry guns
A gun owner’s group is suing to allow permit holders to carry handguns on the fairgrounds during this year’s Minnesota State Fair.
Walz warns State Fair attendance will suffer without COVID restrictions
Gov. Tim Walz said the Minnesota State Fair should have COVID-19 restrictions in place or attendance for the Great Minnesota Get Together will suffer.
Minnesota State Fair considering mandating masks indoors
Organizers of the Minnesota State Fair say they are considering mandating masks inside buildings at the fairgrounds this summer, but they have not made any decisions yet.
Minnesota State Fair unveils new attractions for 2021
The Minnesota State Fair is coming up, and organizers are giving us a peek at some new additions.
Ramsey County Sheriff's Office to provide security for Minnesota State Fair
For the first time in decades, the Minnesota State Fair will not have its own police department. Instead, the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office will take over law enforcement duties for this year’s fair.
Minnesota State Fair hiring for 1,000 jobs: Here's how to get one
The Minnesota State Fair is looking for people to fill about 1,000 open positions for the 2021 Great Minnesota Get Together.
