Laura checks out fun activities at Wisconsin State Fair
The gates to the Wisconsin State Fair opened Thursday morning, August 1st -- and there is something there for everyone.
The gates to the Wisconsin State Fair opened Thursday morning, August 1st -- and there is something there for everyone.
Wisconsin State Fair kicks off August 1st, runs through August 11th
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The 2013 Wisconsin State Fair kicks off Thursday, August 1st.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The 2013 Wisconsin State Fair kicks off Thursday, August 1st.
Wisconsin State Fair opens Thursday for 2013 run
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- They're just about ready to light it up and let 'er rip at the 2013 Wisconsin State Fair.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- They're just about ready to light it up and let 'er rip at the 2013 Wisconsin State Fair.
Wisconsin State Fair "Sporkies" food competition names winner
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The "Sporkies," the Wisconsin State Fair's First Annual Food Competition, concluded on Tuesday, July 30th, with winners in three categories: "Best Tasting," "Most Creative," and "Grand Champion."This year, the Mela Fritta Gelato on-a-stick (made by La Coppa) took home the "Most Creative" and "Grand Champion" awards.A panel of celebrity judges tasted and graded eight finalist food dishes.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The "Sporkies," the Wisconsin State Fair's First Annual Food Competition, concluded on Tuesday, July 30th, with winners in three categories: "Best Tasting," "Most Creative," and "Grand Champion."This year, the Mela Fritta Gelato on-a-stick (made by La Coppa) took home the "Most Creative" and "Grand Champion" awards.A panel of celebrity judges tasted and graded eight finalist food dishes.
Winners collect their prize in the Cream Puff Giveaway
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- It's a staple in the State Fair diet, the Cream Puff!
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- It's a staple in the State Fair diet, the Cream Puff!
500 mattresses donated to Wisconsin State Fair dorms
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It's out with the old and in with the new at the Tommy G.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It's out with the old and in with the new at the Tommy G.
State Fair officials release extensive list of new Fair foods
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The Wisconsin State Fair kicks off on August 1st, and on Thursday, July 11th, Fair officials announced new food items for the 2013 State Fair!Some of the food choices at this year's Fair include:
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The Wisconsin State Fair kicks off on August 1st, and on Thursday, July 11th, Fair officials announced new food items for the 2013 State Fair!Some of the food choices at this year's Fair include:
State Fair cream puffs get new supplier, preparations underway
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Now that Summerfest is behind us, the countdown is on to another big Wisconsin tradition.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Now that Summerfest is behind us, the countdown is on to another big Wisconsin tradition.
Wisconsin State Fair $5 ticket deal ends Sunday
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Fairgoers can purchase a $5 ticket to the Wisconsin State Fair through Sunday, June 30th.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Fairgoers can purchase a $5 ticket to the Wisconsin State Fair through Sunday, June 30th.
Donate to Hunger Task Force, get free admission to fests
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- You can get into a bunch of Milwaukee's ethnic festivals for free this summer simply by donating food items to Hunger Task Force.Here's a quick rundown of how and when you can take advantage of these great deals.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- You can get into a bunch of Milwaukee's ethnic festivals for free this summer simply by donating food items to Hunger Task Force.Here's a quick rundown of how and when you can take advantage of these great deals.
Steve Beeson talks about State Fair Baking Contest
There are only 55 days until the Wisconsin State Fair, and that means it's time to get you entries in for the Blue Ribbon Baking Contest.
There are only 55 days until the Wisconsin State Fair, and that means it's time to get you entries in for the Blue Ribbon Baking Contest.
Business Journal Report (6-5-13)
In business news for Wednesday, June 5th, 2013 -- Milwaukee ranks as one of the best cities for college graduates -- ranking among the Top 10.Additionally, the Wisconsin State Fair has eliminated its cash deficit and is back in the black.
In business news for Wednesday, June 5th, 2013 -- Milwaukee ranks as one of the best cities for college graduates -- ranking among the Top 10.Additionally, the Wisconsin State Fair has eliminated its cash deficit and is back in the black.
State Fair officials announce new Cream Puffs partnership
WEST ALLIS (WITI) – Wisconsin State Fair officials are excited to announce a new partnership with Prairie Farms, which encompasses serving as both the Official Dairy Sponsor of the Fair as well as the Day Sponsor on Thursday, Aug. 8.As Official Dairy Sponsor, Prairie Farms milk will be served throughout the Fair Park, including a location in the Wisconsin Products Pavilion.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) – Wisconsin State Fair officials are excited to announce a new partnership with Prairie Farms, which encompasses serving as both the Official Dairy Sponsor of the Fair as well as the Day Sponsor on Thursday, Aug. 8.As Official Dairy Sponsor, Prairie Farms milk will be served throughout the Fair Park, including a location in the Wisconsin Products Pavilion.
State Fair vendors to compete first annual food competition
WEST ALLIS (WITI) – Unique and unusual new foods are commonplace at the Wisconsin State Fair, but this year the selection has risen to a new level with the introduction of the Fair’s First Annual Food Competition, "The Sporkies."Eight finalists have been selected from over 40 entries, and a panel of celebrity judges will choose the winner of three Golden Spork Awards on Tuesday, July 30.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) – Unique and unusual new foods are commonplace at the Wisconsin State Fair, but this year the selection has risen to a new level with the introduction of the Fair’s First Annual Food Competition, "The Sporkies."Eight finalists have been selected from over 40 entries, and a panel of celebrity judges will choose the winner of three Golden Spork Awards on Tuesday, July 30.
Kids learn bike safety at State Fair Park for Winners Wear Helmets
Real Milwaukee associate producer Brittany hangs at Wisconsin State Fair to preview Winners Wear Helmets -- which aims to teach kids the importance of bike safety.
Real Milwaukee associate producer Brittany hangs at Wisconsin State Fair to preview Winners Wear Helmets -- which aims to teach kids the importance of bike safety.
Wisconsin State Fair deals and discounts begin May 1st
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- There is no shortage of deals and discounts for the Wisconsin State Fair as officials announce several upcoming “Fair Deals” that began May 1st.Unbelievable savings include half-price Fair Admission and SpinCity Ride and Game Tickets, discounted Cream Puffs and several other great deals and ticket packages.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- There is no shortage of deals and discounts for the Wisconsin State Fair as officials announce several upcoming “Fair Deals” that began May 1st.Unbelievable savings include half-price Fair Admission and SpinCity Ride and Game Tickets, discounted Cream Puffs and several other great deals and ticket packages.
Wisconsin State Fair announced final six main stage shows
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The music selection at this year’s Fair gets better and better as the final six shows are announced for the Main Stage presented by Potawatomi Bingo Casino.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The music selection at this year’s Fair gets better and better as the final six shows are announced for the Main Stage presented by Potawatomi Bingo Casino.
Heart adds Jason Bonham to performance at Wisconsin State Fair
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Experience will join the previously announced Heart performance at the State Fair Main Stage presented by Potawatomi Bingo Casino.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Experience will join the previously announced Heart performance at the State Fair Main Stage presented by Potawatomi Bingo Casino.
Four more shows for 2013 Wisconsin State Fair announced
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The music selection will be as diverse as ever at this year’s State Fair as four more of the 11 shows have now been announced for the Main Stage presented by Potawatomi Bingo Casino.The 2013 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular, will take place Thursday, Aug. 1 through Sunday, Aug. 11 at Wisconsin State Fair Park.Heart will jumpstart the Fair as they perform on opening night, Thursday, Aug. 1.Sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson first showed the world that women can rock when Heart stormed the charts in the ‘70s with hits like "Crazy on You", "Magic Man" and "Barracuda. " They continued topping the charts through the ‘80s and ‘90s with hits like "These Dreams" and "What About Love. "More than 35 million albums later and 35 years after their first big hit, Heart was back on the Billboard charts in 2010 with their "Red Velvet Car" album. 2012 brought not only a new album, but also an autobiography and a performance of "Stairway to Heaven" during the Kennedy Center Honors tribute to Led Zeppelin that brought the audience to its feet.The year also brought well-deserved honors, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and an induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, which will be celebrated at an induction ceremony on April 18, 2013.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The music selection will be as diverse as ever at this year’s State Fair as four more of the 11 shows have now been announced for the Main Stage presented by Potawatomi Bingo Casino.The 2013 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular, will take place Thursday, Aug. 1 through Sunday, Aug. 11 at Wisconsin State Fair Park.Heart will jumpstart the Fair as they perform on opening night, Thursday, Aug. 1.Sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson first showed the world that women can rock when Heart stormed the charts in the ‘70s with hits like "Crazy on You", "Magic Man" and "Barracuda. " They continued topping the charts through the ‘80s and ‘90s with hits like "These Dreams" and "What About Love. "More than 35 million albums later and 35 years after their first big hit, Heart was back on the Billboard charts in 2010 with their "Red Velvet Car" album. 2012 brought not only a new album, but also an autobiography and a performance of "Stairway to Heaven" during the Kennedy Center Honors tribute to Led Zeppelin that brought the audience to its feet.The year also brought well-deserved honors, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and an induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, which will be celebrated at an induction ceremony on April 18, 2013.
Miranda Lambert to perform at Wisconsin State Fair Aug. 11
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Miranda Lambert along with opening act, The Farm, will perform at the Wisconsin State Fair Main Stage Sunday, August 11th.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Miranda Lambert along with opening act, The Farm, will perform at the Wisconsin State Fair Main Stage Sunday, August 11th.