State Fair vendors face unique challenges of finding employees

In a tight job market, can State Fair vendors find enough workers to serve up all the food on a stick that fair goers have come to love?

‘Funeral procession’ being held for 160 trees scheduled for removal in St. Paul

More than 150 trees have been marked for removal along Cleveland Avenue in both Falcon Heights and St. Paul, but before they’re gone tree lovers will hold a funeral for them.

Neighbors upset over 150 trees scheduled for removal in St. Paul
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More than 150 trees have been marked for removal along Cleveland Avenue in both Falcon Heights and St. Paul, and some neighbors are hoping the plan construction plan that's removing them might spare a few.

Charges filed against driver in crash that killed Abby Anderson, sister of 'Gabe' Grunewald

The Ramsey County Attorney's Office has filed criminal vehicular homicide and manslaughter charges against a driver they say hit and killed Abby Anderson, the sister of late track star Gabriele "Gabe" Grunewald, whose battle with cancer inspired many.

Minnesota State Fair reinstating police department

After dismantling its police force earlier this year, the Minnesota State Fair confirmed Monday it is reinstating its police department.

Creativity shines at llama and alpaca costume contest at Minnesota State Fair

At the Minnesota State Fair, 4-Hers and their llamas and alpacas go head-to-head in a costume competition that's focused on showmanship and having fun.

Long-time Minnesota State Fair butter sculptor honored as she retires after 50 years of work

The Minnesota State Fair is saying goodbye to a fair institution as Linda Christensen, the artist who created more than 550 Princess Kay butter sculptures over the past 50 years, heads into retirement.

Minnesota State Fair sees lowest single-day attendance number in 20 years

Day 1 got off to a slow start as heavy rain and COVID-19 concerns led to the lowest single-day attendance at the fair in at least 20 years.

The Minnesota State Fair is back: What you need to know

The gates are open for the 2021 Minnesota State Fair. Here's everything you need to know if you're planning to attend.

No guns allowed at Minnesota State Fair, judge rules

People with carry permits will not be able to bring their guns into the Minnesota State Fair, according to a ruling handed down by a Ramsey County District Court judge Wednesday.

Minnesota State Fair kickoff: Vendors excited for fair start despite COVID-19 trepidations

As they make their final preparations, vendors say they are happy and excited to be back at the Minnesota State Fair, despite the worries the recent surge in delta variant COVID-19 cases has caused.

Judge promises quick ruling on guns at Minnesota State Fair

A judge on Thursday promised a quick ruling on whether people with permits to carry firearms can bring their guns into the Minnesota State Fair, which opens in one week.

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.

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.

Community remembers Philando Castile on anniversary of his death

For the past three years, the city of Falcon Heights has honored Philando Castile's memory by proclaiming July 6 as Restoration Day and July 7 as a day for unity.