The Iowa State Fairgrounds is known as a testing ground for party viewpoints and politicians’ political platforms. At the ...

Cow chip and rubber chicken throwing. Here's what to know about weather and events at the Iowa state Fair on Wednesday, Aug.

The moment felt right, 14-year-old Queeen Hangi said with tears of joy following the children's citizenship ceremony at the ...

An eye spy table, handmade bench and beautiful wreath are just a few of the projects created by Jasper County 4-H members on ...

Rock-tribute band Hairball is bringing its Silver Anniversary Tour to the Grandstand stage at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13. This ...

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

This year was no different, as over 50 backyard chefs set up their grills for the annual Iowa Farm Bureau Cookout Contest.

"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.

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 ...

The Iowa Honey Producers Association has been teaching visitors at the Iowa State Fair about the business of bees and honey for more than 60 years.

Spencer Rush, 22, loved the fair up until his life was cut short in a motorcycle crash last year. Now, his family is honoring ...

With the 61st annual Cookout Contest underway at the Iowa State Fair, some contestants had an early start. Teodora Mitov ...