Video: Best fried and true stories from the 2009 State Fair of Texas
The State Fair of Texas is officially over, and we remember it fondly by catching Big Tex on his way out. Y'all come back, ya hear?
Monday, Oct. 19, 2009
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Photo gallery: Fans savor short moments of Oprah Winfrey onstage at State Fair of Texas
Some arrived as early as 2 a.m. to see the taping of The Oprah Winfrey Show, which featured Martina McBride, the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders, and quick snippets of the talk show queen.
Monday, Oct. 12, 2009
It’s a Grind in Dallas discounts smoothies to customers who’ve eaten State Fair fried food
Customers must show ticket stub or photos of themselves consuming deep-fried delicacies.
Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009
State Fair of Texas livestock auction earns some record bids
Nearly six figures for the grand champion steer.
Friday, Oct. 2, 2009
FC Dallas 1, New England Revolution, 0
More than 51,000 people attended the game at the Cotton Bowl.
Friday, Oct. 2, 2009
The State Fair of Texas goes raw (sort of)
The real bright spot was getting to see the multi-talented raw vegan chef, Miranda Martinez of Bliss Raw Cafe, ply her craft.
Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009
We’ve got a photo of the State Fair of Texas fried butter right here
Which looks vaguely like doughnut holes.
Monday, Sept. 28, 2009
Video: State Fair of Texas draws crowds of awestruck kids on opening day
Groups of 50 or more gathered to gawk at the Midway Barker, the famous “half man.”
Friday, Sept. 25, 2009
Video: Howdy, folks! The 2009 State Fair of Texas is officially open
We tell you what's new with the fair this year. You'll be welcomed with open arms by Big Tex, the friendliest cowboy in town.
Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009
Kids and family events in Dallas-Fort Worth, September 24-30
On tap this week is the State Fair of Texas, The Jungle Book, and more Oktoberfest.
Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009
Video and photo gallery: Big Tex gets lifted into place for the 2009 State Fair of Texas
The fair is in the air.
Monday, Sept. 21, 2009
Get yer State Fair of Texas tickets and food on the cheap
Can you believe it? There are 11 ways to not pay a ton at the fair.
Friday, Sept. 18, 2009
Photo gallery: Ridin’ the new DART rail ‘round Dallas
The Green Line is now open. While you prepare to trek down to the State Fair of Texas, check out the fun activities we found at each new stop.
Monday, Sept. 14, 2009
“Fernie’s Deep Fried Peaches & Cream” and “Deep Fried Butter” win 2009 State Fair of Texas awards
They wisely recognized that they had to give deep-fried butter some kind of award.
Monday, Sept. 7, 2009
State Fair documentary to play as part of DART Green Line grand opening celebration on Saturday Sept. 12
A Fair To Remember will screen hourly at the Music Hall in Fair Park.
Monday, Sept. 7, 2009
Audio: Adell Campbell talks about the State Fair of Texas
Campbell talks with fair VP of Public Relations Sue Gooding and restaurateur Christi Erpillo.
Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009
Eight finalists for best fried food of 2009 State Fair of Texas includes — fried butter
100% pure butter is whipped till light and fluffy, then specially sweetened with a choice of several flavors.
Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009
Video interview with Alan Olson, director of exhibits for the Dallas Historical Society
In honor of the first day of school, we bring you an all-ages education session. The photo gallery and video take you on a trip through a rare Texana collection -- including a letter signed by Sam Houston!
Monday, Aug. 24, 2009
State Fair of Texas releases list of chefs doing cooking demonstrations
Coming to Fair Park September 25 through October 18.
Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009
Dallas-produced State Fair documentary selected by U.S. State Dept. to be shown around the world
A Fair to Remember was the only Texas film chosen amongst the 30 films to screen in the American Documentary Showcase series.
Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009
UPDATED: City of Dallas revokes license of Lone Star Auto towing company that went rogue during State Fair of Texas
Towing company finally gets its comeuppance.
Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008
Dallas Cowboy Tony Romo showed up for girlfriend Jessica Simpson’s show at State Fair
Broken pinkie does not stop true love.
Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008
Dallas officials investigate possible Fair Park towing scam
Were you amongst the towed? Public Works wants to hear from you.
Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008
Updated: Photo Gallery: State Fair 2008
Everyone loves fair photos. Somehow they never get old.
Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008
State Fair vendor shows a random act of kindness
In the middle of State Fair mayhem and mania, one small act made this the best State Fair I’ve been to in a long time.
Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008
Dallas band Stanhope to open for Jordan Pruitt at State Fair
Stanhope is made up of four 10th grade boys from Highland Park High School.
Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008
Eleven things I learned at the 2008 State Fair of Texas
Even veteran fair-goers learn a few new tricks every year.
Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008
Concert by Dallas native teen singer Demi Lovato draws crowd at State Fair of Texas
Her magic comes from her connection to the Jonas Brothers and her role in a Disney movie, Camp Rock.
Monday, Sept. 29, 2008
“The Brad” eats his way through fried foods at 2008 State Fair of Texas
New Pegasus News content partner The Brad's Adventures in Food hits the State Fair on opening day where he samples this year's award-winning chicken-fried bacon.
Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008
Adell Campbell talks with State Fair of Texas Public Relations Director Sue Gooding
The two discuss just about anything you'd want to know about the State Fair of Texas.
Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2008
New fried item at State Fair of Texas supposedly looks like ipod
We are talking the Nano, and the similarity basically boils down to = rectangular shape. But whatever. Let's not get nitpicky.
Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008
Museum of Nature & Science to present Los Barrios exhibit
The exhibit shows the importance of education, religion, music, sports and work ethic to Mexican-Americans in Dallas during the era of barrios (neighborhoods in Spanish).
Friday, Sept. 19, 2008
DART offering transport to State Fair of Texas
There'll be a shuttle on weekend days from September 27 to October 19.
Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008
UPDATED: State Fair of Texas announces 2008 list of weird fried foods
Three words: Chicken-fried bacon.
Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008
State Fair’s Big Tex getting naked today
You know what they say about a guy who wears 284W x 185L jeans? Something sexual, probably.
Friday, July 18, 2008
State Fair of Texas 2007 breaks record$
Visitors spent $29 million on food and amusement rides.
Sunday, Oct. 21, 2007
Disney act Jonas Brothers draws thousands of young fans to Texas State Fair on Monday
Crowds started arriving at the fairgrounds in the wee hours of the morning.
Monday, Oct. 8, 2007
Texas State Fair holds waffle-eating contest on Sunday
The winner ate 29 waffles in 10 minutes.
Sunday, Oct. 7, 2007
State Fair Youth Livestock Auction nets record $94,000 for steer
Total sales of 4-H and Future Farmers of America livestock reached an all-time high of $1,049,044.
Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007
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