Sioux Empire Fair

State health officials say because of the risk of exposure, those who attended the concert should monitor their symptoms for 14 days.

With other states having mask mandates and shutting down again, in South Dakota we are still having some summer fun with the 81st Sioux Empire Fair.

The thousands of visitors that attend the fair each year should be prepared to see some changes.

Despite the fact that the 81st Annual Sioux Empire Fair is still over five months away, the International Fairs and Expositions (I.F.A.E.) has given a little love to the fair in a big way!

The Sioux Empire Fair announced today that VIP sections will open for future concerts at the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds during fair time.

If you're not standing in line to see Foxworthy with a corn dog and a string of ride tickets hanging from your overalls at the fair, you might be a redneck.

We all know this planting season has been tough on farmers. That's why it's important we recognize their hard work and dedication to put food on our tables.

She sang all the usuals including "Blue", "I Need You", "How Do I Live", "One Way Ticket", and of course "Can't Fight the Moonlight".

One of the hardest things I've ever done is move away from my family. I'm extremely close to them, so it's tough to see celebrations and get-togethers over 500 miles away via FaceTime. But one of the best things about living so far from them is giving them an excuse to travel!

In just a matter of days, the 80th Annual Sioux Empire Fair will open its gates. This is a big year for the fair. Staff members made it their mission to make this the best fair yet, and what better way to do that than having amazing food?!