State Fair is just weeks away! Will Zoo Interchange construction project cause problems?
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The Wisconsin State Fair is just weeks away -- so what's with all the cranes and construction near State Fair Park?
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The Wisconsin State Fair is just weeks away -- so what's with all the cranes and construction near State Fair Park?
FREE APP: Put the Wisconsin State Fair at your fingertips
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Wisconsin State Fair officials are excited to launch the new Official 2014 Wisconsin State Fair mobile app.The app is FREE and available for download on the App Store and Google Play Store for mobile devices with iOS and Android operating systems.The Wisconsin State Fair app was created to help Fairgoers stay updated in real-time on everything from directions to events to entertainment to food during the 2014 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular®, Thursday, July 31 – Sunday, Aug. 10.“We’re very excited to offer our Fairgoers a mobile way to keep in touch, be engaged and stay connected during their visit to the Wisconsin State Fair,” said Kathleen O’Leary, Director of Marketing & Communications. “The Official Wisconsin State Fair app will become yet another convenient way for Fairgoers to experience all of the amazing activities, contests and entertainment at the Fair.”Fair guests can access the new mobile app on their smart phones or other mobile devices and receive updates during their visit through several NEW designated “Cow-Fi” Wi-Fi hotspots throughout the Fair Park.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Wisconsin State Fair officials are excited to launch the new Official 2014 Wisconsin State Fair mobile app.The app is FREE and available for download on the App Store and Google Play Store for mobile devices with iOS and Android operating systems.The Wisconsin State Fair app was created to help Fairgoers stay updated in real-time on everything from directions to events to entertainment to food during the 2014 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular®, Thursday, July 31 – Sunday, Aug. 10.“We’re very excited to offer our Fairgoers a mobile way to keep in touch, be engaged and stay connected during their visit to the Wisconsin State Fair,” said Kathleen O’Leary, Director of Marketing & Communications. “The Official Wisconsin State Fair app will become yet another convenient way for Fairgoers to experience all of the amazing activities, contests and entertainment at the Fair.”Fair guests can access the new mobile app on their smart phones or other mobile devices and receive updates during their visit through several NEW designated “Cow-Fi” Wi-Fi hotspots throughout the Fair Park.
Hungry? How 'bout a Chicken-n-Waffle Cone? Check out State Fair's "Sporkies" finalists!
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The Wisconsin State Fair has announced the eight finalists for "The Sporkies" -- the fair's second annual food competition!The eight finalists have been selected from over 30 entries -- and a panel of celebrity judges will choose the recipients of three Golden Spork Awards.Golden Spork winners’ stands will be marked with large banners and all vendors who entered will feature a poster at their Fair location(s).All food items entered will also be available for purchase during this year’s Wisconsin State Fair -- Thursday, July 31 – Sunday, Aug. 10.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The Wisconsin State Fair has announced the eight finalists for "The Sporkies" -- the fair's second annual food competition!The eight finalists have been selected from over 30 entries -- and a panel of celebrity judges will choose the recipients of three Golden Spork Awards.Golden Spork winners’ stands will be marked with large banners and all vendors who entered will feature a poster at their Fair location(s).All food items entered will also be available for purchase during this year’s Wisconsin State Fair -- Thursday, July 31 – Sunday, Aug. 10.
Two more shows for 2014 Wisconsin State Fair announced
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The music lineup at the 2014 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular looks better than ever, as officials announce the final two shows slated for the Main Stage presented by Potawatomi.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The music lineup at the 2014 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular looks better than ever, as officials announce the final two shows slated for the Main Stage presented by Potawatomi.
"Sweet deals" now on sale for Wisconsin State Fair
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Wisconsin State Fair officials revealed on Thursday, May 1st several deals and discounts on sale now.Fairgoers who plan ahead and purchase these deals before the deadlines can save big on admission, SpinCity Ride and Game Tickets, discounted Cream Puffs and several other great ticket packages.The 2014 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular®, will take place Thursday, July 31 through Sunday, Aug. 10.Deals Ending June 30$6 Fair Admission, $3 State Fair Bargain Books and $14 Fast Track Bargain BundlesBeginning May 1st, State Fair fans can stock up on $6 Fair Admission – a 40% savings off the adult gate admission price!
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Wisconsin State Fair officials revealed on Thursday, May 1st several deals and discounts on sale now.Fairgoers who plan ahead and purchase these deals before the deadlines can save big on admission, SpinCity Ride and Game Tickets, discounted Cream Puffs and several other great ticket packages.The 2014 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular®, will take place Thursday, July 31 through Sunday, Aug. 10.Deals Ending June 30$6 Fair Admission, $3 State Fair Bargain Books and $14 Fast Track Bargain BundlesBeginning May 1st, State Fair fans can stock up on $6 Fair Admission – a 40% savings off the adult gate admission price!
Ramping up the excitement for the 2014 Wisconsin State Fair
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- It may be months away, but that's not going to keep up from getting excited about this year's Wisconsin State Fair.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- It may be months away, but that's not going to keep up from getting excited about this year's Wisconsin State Fair.
Take in some free live music during State Fair 2014
WEST ALLIS (WITI) – Wisconsin State Fair officials are excited to announce the continuation of their partnership with Bank Mutual Corporation which will serve as the title sponsor of the Bank Mutual Amphitheater.The Bank Mutual Amphitheater is the largest free entertainment venue at the Wisconsin State Fair and is located in the heart of the Fair Park, between Central and Grandstand Avenues.The 2014 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular, will take place Thursday, July 31 – Sunday, Aug. 10.“As one of the largest and oldest banking institutions in the state of Wisconsin, we take pride in supporting the community, and renewing our sponsorship of the State Fair is the perfect way for us to continue doing just that,” said David Baumgarten, President of Bank Mutual. “The Bank Mutual Amphitheater will host a variety of family-friendly performers, musicians and contests, and we’re happy to help provide quality entertainment throughout the Fair.”Wisconsin State Fair and Bank Mutual are also excited to announce several popular headliners slated for the Bank Mutual Amphitheater during the 2014 Fair.Home Free, a country a cappella band and Season 4 winner of NBC’s “The Sing Off,” will perform on opening night of the Fair, Thursday, July 31.Back by popular demand, Here Come The Mummies will perform two nights – Friday, Aug. 1 and Saturday, Aug. 2, as well Fair favorite Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone on Thursday, Aug. 7 and Friday, Aug. 8.On Saturday, Aug. 9, ‘90s hip-hop artist and current reality TV star, Vanilla Ice.The stage will also feature family-friendly entertainment daily, including performances by the Kids From Wisconsin, the Kenya Safari Acrobats and hypnotist De’Anna The HypnoChick.“The Wisconsin State Fair values its tradition of providing quality entertainment at affordable prices,” stated Rick Frenette, CEO of Wisconsin State Fair Park. “We are thrilled to continue our partnership with Bank Mutual, a company that also prides itself on its history of service to the people of Wisconsin.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) – Wisconsin State Fair officials are excited to announce the continuation of their partnership with Bank Mutual Corporation which will serve as the title sponsor of the Bank Mutual Amphitheater.The Bank Mutual Amphitheater is the largest free entertainment venue at the Wisconsin State Fair and is located in the heart of the Fair Park, between Central and Grandstand Avenues.The 2014 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular, will take place Thursday, July 31 – Sunday, Aug. 10.“As one of the largest and oldest banking institutions in the state of Wisconsin, we take pride in supporting the community, and renewing our sponsorship of the State Fair is the perfect way for us to continue doing just that,” said David Baumgarten, President of Bank Mutual. “The Bank Mutual Amphitheater will host a variety of family-friendly performers, musicians and contests, and we’re happy to help provide quality entertainment throughout the Fair.”Wisconsin State Fair and Bank Mutual are also excited to announce several popular headliners slated for the Bank Mutual Amphitheater during the 2014 Fair.Home Free, a country a cappella band and Season 4 winner of NBC’s “The Sing Off,” will perform on opening night of the Fair, Thursday, July 31.Back by popular demand, Here Come The Mummies will perform two nights – Friday, Aug. 1 and Saturday, Aug. 2, as well Fair favorite Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone on Thursday, Aug. 7 and Friday, Aug. 8.On Saturday, Aug. 9, ‘90s hip-hop artist and current reality TV star, Vanilla Ice.The stage will also feature family-friendly entertainment daily, including performances by the Kids From Wisconsin, the Kenya Safari Acrobats and hypnotist De’Anna The HypnoChick.“The Wisconsin State Fair values its tradition of providing quality entertainment at affordable prices,” stated Rick Frenette, CEO of Wisconsin State Fair Park. “We are thrilled to continue our partnership with Bank Mutual, a company that also prides itself on its history of service to the people of Wisconsin.
Wisconsin State Fairtastic Air Poster winner unveiled
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Larry Schultz of Milton, has been chosen as the Grand Champion Artist for the Fair’s first annual poster competition, the Wisconsin State Fairtastic Art Poster Competition.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Larry Schultz of Milton, has been chosen as the Grand Champion Artist for the Fair’s first annual poster competition, the Wisconsin State Fairtastic Art Poster Competition.
State Fair adds Phil Vassar, MercyMe & 311 to Main Stage lineup
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular, adds three more shows to the lineup at the State Fair Main Stage presented by Potawatomi.Modern country singer-songwriter Phil Vassar will kick off the Fair on Thursday, July 31, with up-and-coming country artist Maggie Rose.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular, adds three more shows to the lineup at the State Fair Main Stage presented by Potawatomi.Modern country singer-songwriter Phil Vassar will kick off the Fair on Thursday, July 31, with up-and-coming country artist Maggie Rose.
Wis. State Fair adds Everclear, Alabama to Main Stage lineup
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The music selection for this year’s Wisconsin State Fair is taking shape as two more of the 11 shows are announced for the Main Stage presented by Potawatomi.Fans of ‘90s rock music are in for a great night of nostalgia as the Summerland Tour 2014 rocks the Main Stage presented by Potawatomi on Thursday, Aug. 7.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The music selection for this year’s Wisconsin State Fair is taking shape as two more of the 11 shows are announced for the Main Stage presented by Potawatomi.Fans of ‘90s rock music are in for a great night of nostalgia as the Summerland Tour 2014 rocks the Main Stage presented by Potawatomi on Thursday, Aug. 7.
Lady Antebellum to headline at Wis. State Fair on Aug. 9
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Country trio Lady Antebellum will headline the State Fair Main Stage presented by Potawatomi on Saturday, August 9th during their only Wisconsin performance this summer.Band members Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood are best known for harmonizing on beautiful, catchy, country-pop songs filled with verve.Tickets for Lady Antebellum at the State Fair Main Stage presented by Potawatomi will be available for $59 and $49.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Country trio Lady Antebellum will headline the State Fair Main Stage presented by Potawatomi on Saturday, August 9th during their only Wisconsin performance this summer.Band members Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood are best known for harmonizing on beautiful, catchy, country-pop songs filled with verve.Tickets for Lady Antebellum at the State Fair Main Stage presented by Potawatomi will be available for $59 and $49.
PICTURES: View & submit photos of you enjoying the State Fair
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- There's so much to see and do at the Wisconsin State Fair.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- There's so much to see and do at the Wisconsin State Fair.
After progress in recovery, 19-year-old man dies from accident at State Fair
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A 19-year-old man died Monday, August 12th at Froedtert Hospital, after sustaining traumatic head injuries during a fall from a moving pick-up truck at the State Fairgrounds on Saturday, August 3rd.The victim is identified as John Klossner, who would have been a sophomore this year at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.According to officials, Klossner was part of a group, which was brought in to handle cattle at the State Fair.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A 19-year-old man died Monday, August 12th at Froedtert Hospital, after sustaining traumatic head injuries during a fall from a moving pick-up truck at the State Fairgrounds on Saturday, August 3rd.The victim is identified as John Klossner, who would have been a sophomore this year at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.According to officials, Klossner was part of a group, which was brought in to handle cattle at the State Fair.
More than 1 million people attended Wis. State Fair in 2013
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- They're packing up and moving out, now that the 2013 Wisconsin State Fair has come and gone.Vendor Paul Gorecki says he's a little sad it's over, especially because this was his most successful fair in the past 10 years."I would take another 11 days of this.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- They're packing up and moving out, now that the 2013 Wisconsin State Fair has come and gone.Vendor Paul Gorecki says he's a little sad it's over, especially because this was his most successful fair in the past 10 years."I would take another 11 days of this.
Sunday marks final day for 2013 Wisconsin State Fair
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Sunday, August 11th marked the final day of the 2013 Wisconsin State Fair -- and it was Veterans and Military Recognition Day!Justin Steinbach has greeted Fair-goers for the past 11 days. "From 8 in the morning until, 4 in the afternoon -- eight-hour shifts," Steinbach said.Steinbach says like many of us, he's sad to see the Fair come to an end.On Sunday, veterans, military personnel and their families received FREE admission to the Fair when presenting a military ID.Marine Jacob England says he appreciates the gesture that allowed for quality family time."There are still troops overseas.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- Sunday, August 11th marked the final day of the 2013 Wisconsin State Fair -- and it was Veterans and Military Recognition Day!Justin Steinbach has greeted Fair-goers for the past 11 days. "From 8 in the morning until, 4 in the afternoon -- eight-hour shifts," Steinbach said.Steinbach says like many of us, he's sad to see the Fair come to an end.On Sunday, veterans, military personnel and their families received FREE admission to the Fair when presenting a military ID.Marine Jacob England says he appreciates the gesture that allowed for quality family time."There are still troops overseas.
This State Fair bittersweet for Crocker family after loss of patriarch
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- As the Wisconsin State Fair wraps up this weekend, one family is reflecting on a bittersweet Fair season.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- As the Wisconsin State Fair wraps up this weekend, one family is reflecting on a bittersweet Fair season.
Private parking lots available for possible State Fair overflow
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- With thousands of people attending this year's State Fair, finding a place to park may be difficult.According to Kathleen O'Leary, Marketing and Communications Director for the Wisconsin State Fair Park, there are over 7,000 parking spots to choose from.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- With thousands of people attending this year's State Fair, finding a place to park may be difficult.According to Kathleen O'Leary, Marketing and Communications Director for the Wisconsin State Fair Park, there are over 7,000 parking spots to choose from.
Couple gets engaged at Giant Slide on 5 year anniversary of 1st date
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- August 7th holds a special place in the hearts of Joe Zubarik and Amanda Langfeldt, who met five years ago, to the day, at the Wisconsin State Fair's Giant Slide for their very first date."It was our first date and I knew right then and there I wanted to spend the rest of my life with her," said Zubarik. "Every year we come here and take a picture in front of it and this year I decided to do something a little bit more than just a picture."On the five year anniversary of their first date, Zubarik gathered the courage to do something big -- dropping hints for Langfeldt along the way.As they walked the stairs to the top and took a ride down, hand-in-hand, Langfeldt was under the impression FOX6 was focusing on a story about rides at the fair.But when they reached the bottom, Zubarik dropped to his knee."I've been wanting to do this for a really long time," said Zubarik. "I want to spend the rest of my life with you, Amanda.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- August 7th holds a special place in the hearts of Joe Zubarik and Amanda Langfeldt, who met five years ago, to the day, at the Wisconsin State Fair's Giant Slide for their very first date."It was our first date and I knew right then and there I wanted to spend the rest of my life with her," said Zubarik. "Every year we come here and take a picture in front of it and this year I decided to do something a little bit more than just a picture."On the five year anniversary of their first date, Zubarik gathered the courage to do something big -- dropping hints for Langfeldt along the way.As they walked the stairs to the top and took a ride down, hand-in-hand, Langfeldt was under the impression FOX6 was focusing on a story about rides at the fair.But when they reached the bottom, Zubarik dropped to his knee."I've been wanting to do this for a really long time," said Zubarik. "I want to spend the rest of my life with you, Amanda.
Crowds flock to State Fair to buy Powerball tickets
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The jackpot for Wednesday, August 7th's Powerball drawing has reached $425 million -- the fourth biggest prize in any U.S. lottery.People have been flooding stores to buy their tickets, but there's also a big group of dreamers hoping to cash-in at the Wisconsin State Fair.Large crowds were found at the lottery booth inside the Exposition Center on Wednesday afternoon.“We've never had this big a jackpot at the State Fair.
WEST ALLIS (WITI) -- The jackpot for Wednesday, August 7th's Powerball drawing has reached $425 million -- the fourth biggest prize in any U.S. lottery.People have been flooding stores to buy their tickets, but there's also a big group of dreamers hoping to cash-in at the Wisconsin State Fair.Large crowds were found at the lottery booth inside the Exposition Center on Wednesday afternoon.“We've never had this big a jackpot at the State Fair.
Quirky Wisconsin State Yo-Yo Championship has ups and downs
WEST ALLIS -- With a flick of the wrist and a tug of the string, yo-yo enthusiasts wowed an audience with their tricks.The Wisconsin State Yo-Yo Championship returned to the Wisconsin State Fair this year, with yo-yo-ers of all ages competing at the Expo Center on the Jeffrey Scott Stage.FOX 6 Photojournalist Andy Konkle captured the "ups and downs" of the competition.
WEST ALLIS -- With a flick of the wrist and a tug of the string, yo-yo enthusiasts wowed an audience with their tricks.The Wisconsin State Yo-Yo Championship returned to the Wisconsin State Fair this year, with yo-yo-ers of all ages competing at the Expo Center on the Jeffrey Scott Stage.FOX 6 Photojournalist Andy Konkle captured the "ups and downs" of the competition.