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.
Dodge County woman crowned Fairest of the Fairs
DODGE CO. (WITI) -- Dodge County's Steffani Koch was crowned Fairest of the Fairs at the 90th Annual Wisconsin Association of Fairs Convention in Wisconsin Dells on Wednesday, January 9th.
DODGE CO. (WITI) -- Dodge County's Steffani Koch was crowned Fairest of the Fairs at the 90th Annual Wisconsin Association of Fairs Convention in Wisconsin Dells on Wednesday, January 9th.
State health officials: 14 confirmed swine flu cases in Wisconsin
MADISON -- Wisconsin health officials say there are now 14 confirmed swine flu cases in the state.
MADISON -- Wisconsin health officials say there are now 14 confirmed swine flu cases in the state.
First cases of swine flu discovered in Wisconsin
MADISON -- State and local health officials report the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene confirmed two cases of swine flu in Wisconsin.
MADISON -- State and local health officials report the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene confirmed two cases of swine flu in Wisconsin.
State Fair 2012 attendance up, over 375,000 Cream Puffs sold
WEST ALLIS -- Wisconsin State Fair officials say the final attendance for the 2012 fair was 920,962 -- about 10,000 more than last year.
WEST ALLIS -- Wisconsin State Fair officials say the final attendance for the 2012 fair was 920,962 -- about 10,000 more than last year.
161st Wisconsin State Fair wraps up 11-day run Sunday
WEST ALLIS -- The 161st Wisconsin State Fair wraps up Sunday, August 12th following its 11-day run.
WEST ALLIS -- The 161st Wisconsin State Fair wraps up Sunday, August 12th following its 11-day run.
State Fair horses quarantined after horse found sick Saturday
WEST ALLIS -- Wisconsin State Fair's horse barn is closed indefinitely, due to concerns over a potential horse virus.
WEST ALLIS -- Wisconsin State Fair's horse barn is closed indefinitely, due to concerns over a potential horse virus.
Fair officials urge frequent hand washing after swine flu cases nationwide
WEST ALLIS -- Wisconsin State Fair officials are urging fair goers to wash their hands often, following the CDC's announcement of swine flu that has sickened nearly 30 people across the country following state fairs in three states.
WEST ALLIS -- Wisconsin State Fair officials are urging fair goers to wash their hands often, following the CDC's announcement of swine flu that has sickened nearly 30 people across the country following state fairs in three states.
State Fair "Stratosphere" ride shut down Saturday
WEST ALLIS -- State Fair's "Stratosphere" ride could re-open Sunday, August 5th after it was shut down Saturday.
WEST ALLIS -- State Fair's "Stratosphere" ride could re-open Sunday, August 5th after it was shut down Saturday.
Opening Day of Wisconsin State Fair a tradition for families
WEST ALLIS -- The 161st Wisconsin State Fair kicked off Thursday, August 2nd and for some families, State Fair Opening Day is a big tradition -- something they've been doing together for decades.
WEST ALLIS -- The 161st Wisconsin State Fair kicked off Thursday, August 2nd and for some families, State Fair Opening Day is a big tradition -- something they've been doing together for decades.
Freeway Flyer, Shuttle service provided for Wisconsin State Fair
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will be providing Freeway Flyer and Shuttle service to and from the Wisconsin State Fair.Freeway Flyers and the Watertown Plank Shuttle will operate from 7:30 a.m. until one half-hour after the fair closes from Thursday, August 4th to Sunday, August 14th.Round trip adult Free Flyer fare is $6.50.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will be providing Freeway Flyer and Shuttle service to and from the Wisconsin State Fair.Freeway Flyers and the Watertown Plank Shuttle will operate from 7:30 a.m. until one half-hour after the fair closes from Thursday, August 4th to Sunday, August 14th.Round trip adult Free Flyer fare is $6.50.
FOX6's Ted Perry hops aboard the "Stratosphere"
WEST ALLIS -- The Wisconsin State Fair kicked off Thursday, August 2nd, and FOX6's Ted Perry checked out one of the new rides on the Midway -- named "Spin City" this year.
WEST ALLIS -- The Wisconsin State Fair kicked off Thursday, August 2nd, and FOX6's Ted Perry checked out one of the new rides on the Midway -- named "Spin City" this year.
Patrols ramped up on fairgrounds, neighborhood for State Fair
WEST ALLIS -- As the 161st Wisconsin State Fair kicked off Thursday, August 2nd, there was an increase in security in place following Opening Day violence last year.
WEST ALLIS -- As the 161st Wisconsin State Fair kicked off Thursday, August 2nd, there was an increase in security in place following Opening Day violence last year.