Wisconsin State Fair 'brings some joy' to patients at Children's Hospital

MILWAUKEE -- For kids at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin who can't make it to the Wisconsin State Fair, the State Fair came to them on Tuesday, Aug. 6.It's the ninth year "Sights and Sounds of the Fair" has been at the hospital."This is an amazing event," said Jen Puente, chief marketing officer at Wisconsin State Fair. "We plan all year long for the 11 days of the fair but it really puts it in perspective when we can bring the fair to these kids and these families who've been suffering with these illnesses and bring some joy into our lives.

A sneak peek performance from Mud River Lee & The Bluegrass Orchestra

MILWAUKEE -- Mud River Lee & The Bluegrass Orchestra will be performing at the Wisconsin State Fair this year, and the group stopped by the Fox6 WakeUp studios on Friday, August 2 to give our viewers a sneak peek of what they can expect!The group shared a story about the meaning behind their name and talked about how excited they are to play at the fair.

Workers prep and inspect rides at Wisconsin State Fair

WEST ALLIS -- Ride inspectors gave a glimpse into their process ahead of the Wisconsin State Fair's 11-day run on Wednesday, July 31.Workers go from the ground up, looking at everything from screws and pins to grease on all of the rides.

New for 2019 WI State Fair: Deep Fried Olives, Bug Tacos, Cinnamon Toast Crunch French Toast Sticks and more!

WEST ALLIS -- Officials with the Wisconsin State Fair on Wednesday, July 10 announced 66 new food and beverage additions for the 2019 Wisconsin State Fair.The 2019 Wisconsin State Fair was scheduled for Aug. 1 through Aug. 11.You should most definitely bring your appetite, with new foods including Blazin’ Jalapeno Deep Fried Olives, Bug Tacos, Cinnamon Toast Crunch French Toast Sticks, Deep Fried Fire Roasted Apple Pie Sundae, Queso Fundido Dog and many more!CLICK HERE for a full list of new items with descriptions and photos.