In the mid-19th century leading up to the westward expansion, people traveled by covered wagon to attend the first Iowa State Fair in 1854 on a six-acre tract in Fairfield. Today, more than a million ...

On a humid August evening, the Bud Tent at the Iowa State Fair pulses with the energy of tradition and reunion. For generations, it has been more than a place to grab a cold beer; it is a living piece ...

If you need a break from the bright lights and loud noises on the fairgrounds, you should take advantage of the ...

The Farm Bureau Cookout Contest brought delicious barbecue smells to the fair's grand concourse this morning, with Gov.

Where can you see people eat pies at high speeds and yodel in the same space? At the Iowa State Fair, of course.

See woodchopping and bucksawing during the Manual Timber Sports event at the Iowa State Fair.

"A lobster roll at the Iowa State Fair doesn't make sense. But you know, that's what we're trying to change," said the owner.

This year was no different, as over 50 backyard chefs set up their grills for the annual Iowa Farm Bureau Cookout Contest. Categories in the contest included beef, pork, turkey, poultry or lamb. Some ...

Jeremiah Smith was an indispensable part of OSU's 2024 national title team. Now, the receiver is looking to build on his success.