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• Here's some general information about the Colorado State Fair!

  August 19, 2012 6:03 PM

  The Colorado State Fair runs for more than a week from August 24 to September 3. It'll cost you $10 to get in Friday through Sunday and $7 to get in Monday through Thursday. Kids age five and under are free. There's a schedule of events listed on... more »

• Students get a head start on the future

  May 8, 2012 5:45 PM

  High school students look to the future! It was a chance for them to meet people who work in their desired career field and learn more about their options, like college, the Armed Forces, or technical training centers. Those involved say it's important to plan ahead. "A lot of students... more »

• Summer Youth Job Fair planned for Thursday

  March 6, 2012 2:57 PM

  More than 300 young people are expected to attend a summer job fair for young people on Thursday. WHO: Young adults, 16 through 21, looking for summer work. Over 300 young adults have pre-registered to attend. WHAT: The annual Governor's Sumer Job Hunt Youth Job Fair sponsored by... more »

• Audit: State Fair lost $380,000 last fiscal year

  January 17, 2012 5:19 PM

  The State Auditor reports the Colorado State Fair lost $380,000 in the fiscal year ending on June 30, 2011. "Overall, we're pleased with the results of the audit," said Colorado State Fair General Manager, Chris Wiseman. "Every year we strive to provide educational opportunities to the half-million fans that... more »

• 'What If' is underway

  September 10, 2011 11:30 AM

  The 'What If' festival starts at 10 am, but presenters are setting up their tents gearing up for all the curious minds to come out and try out their hands-on demos. The 'grab and go' 120 lb robot made by a team of students from Coronado High School placed... more »

• Health Fair scheduled

  March 29, 2011 3:33 PM

  The Nursing Department at Colorado State University - Pueblo will coordinate a host of local organizations to provide health screening and education at a health fair on Saturday, April 9. The annual event runs from 7 a.m. to noon at Praise Assembly of God, 2000 Troy Avenue in Pueblo.... more »

• Technology fair Friday at Pueblo Community College

  March 8, 2011 2:38 PM

  Pueblo Community College will conduct a Technology Job Fair & Career Expo on Friday. The fair has 2 focuses: Employers looking to hire qualified people and promoting academic technical programs that PCC offers to students. It happens from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Gorsich Advanced Technology... more »

• High school kids shop for their dream job

  February 18, 2011 5:33 PM

  Graduation and summer internships are on the horizon and one high school offered a program for their students to meet potential employers. Rampart High School in Colorado Springs hosted a Career Day on Friday morning. It was an opportunity for students to meet and talk with a variety of professionals.... more »

• Job fair planned for youth summer employment

  February 16, 2011 7:16 PM

  El Paso County and Teller County will host a Youth Job Fair on March 15 for those 16 to 21 years old. There is no charge to attend but pre-registration is recommended. WHO: Youth between the ages of 16 and 21 who are looking for full-time or part-time... more »

• Colorado State Fair turns higher profit

  November 29, 2010 7:12 PM

  More good news for the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo. Recently released figures show the 11-day fair run this year turned a profit of roughly $980,000. That's up about $160,000 from the 2009 fair. General Manager Chris Wiseman says the fair saw higher food and carnival sales. However the rodeo... more »

• Southern Colorado Out-of-State College Fair today

  October 4, 2010 11:17 AM

  More than 150 out-of-state colleges will have representatives at the Southern Colorado Out-of-State College Fair, this evening, October 4, 6-8 p.m. It will be held at the Phil Long Expo Center, 1515 Auto Mall Loop. The college fair is intended for all students in 11th and 12th grade, from... more »

• Fair attendance on track to pass half million mark

  September 6, 2010 3:40 PM

  The 2010 Colorado State Fair ends today Sept. 6--and the latest figures show more people went to this year's fair. Overall attendance is up 26,561 visitors, with a total of 470,907 fair goers during the first ten days of the fair. Based on data from the past five years, Labor... more »

• Colorado State Fair finds missing beagle's owners

  September 2, 2010 8:04 PM

  A little beagle is becoming quite the spoiled pup at the Colorado State Fair. He was found lost last week and it turns out his master is a cowboy living hundreds of miles away. The beagle's name is Wiley and he's 9 months old. He's been getting the royal treatment... more »

• Monday at the Colorado State Fair

  August 30, 2010 8:28 AM

  The crowds will be smaller today, but the fun will be there for the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo. Here's what's happening: Cowboys Kickin' Cancer Fundraiser/50th PRCA Dodge Rodeo 7:00 pm Rodeo from Rodeo Arena Stage - $10 regular rodeo ticket $50 ticket for special St. Mary Corwin... more »

• This weekend at the Colorado State Fair

  August 27, 2010 2:21 PM

  The Colorado State Fair is in full swing in Pueblo, including a Pancake Breakfast at the Gold Dust Saloon Saturday morning, followed by the State Fair Parade through downtown beginning at 10 am. Here's what's on the schedule this weekend-- Friday, August 27 Home Brew Competition... more »

• 138th annual Colorado State Fair returns to Pueblo

  August 26, 2010 2:50 PM

  The Colorado State Fair officially kicks off in Pueblo this weekend, but tonight visitors can rides the carnival rides at a discounted price. Details are below, also scroll down to learn about gate admission and transportation. SNEAK PREVIEW NIGHT: The carnival will be open on Aug 26. from 5 p.m.... more »

• Enter now for state fair chocolate contest

  July 2, 2010 3:25 PM

  Love to bake with chocolate? Then the Colorado State Fair has a competition perfect for you. Registration is now open for the Ghirardelli Chocolate Championship. Bakers must submit a recipe with at least one all natural Ghirardelli baking product (chocolate chips, bars and/or cocoa), and up to 10 other ingredients.... more »

• Street Rods - with a twist

  June 24, 2010 5:59 PM

  The Rocky Mountain Street Rod Nationals are back in Pueblo this weekend, and thanks to a rule change, the event is growing. Up until last year the customized cars had to be manufactured in 1949 or before. This year they've added another three decades. So while most cars are... more »

• Deadline for discounts on Fair concerts approaches

  June 16, 2010 5:12 PM

  Time is running out for those who plan to see a concert at the Colorado State Fair to get a discount ticket. The lineup includes a variety stars like Charley Pride, America, Smokey Robinson and Queensyrche. The deadline for discount tickets is June 19, 2010, at midnight. The popular... more »

• Tickets on sale for State Fair concerts

  May 26, 2010 1:09 PM

  Tickets will go on sale June 5, for concerts and other kinds of entertainment at the Colorado State Fair . Entertainment ranges from roller derby, to rodeo, from Charley Pride to Smokey Robinson. Tickets range from $10 to $25. The fair runs from August 27 through September 6... more »

• State Fairgrounds sports new venue

  May 5, 2010 7:18 PM

  The Colorado State Fair has a new venue in which to present shows and other activities. It's a fabric tension structure that looks something like a high-tech tent. It's part of a partnership with Hansen WeatherPORT Corp . in Delta, Colorado. The sponsorship provides an 18,000 square foot building... more »

• Two rescued from fair ride

  March 30, 2010 3:03 PM

  Two people stranded high in the air aboard a stalled fair ride have been rescued after nearly an hour. A fire department spokeswoman says a call came in at 1:54 p.m. Tuesday to report the stalled ride at the Miami-Dade County Fair. News footage showed the seemingly calm riders... more »

• Two stuck in stalled in ride over Miami fair

  March 30, 2010 2:59 PM

  Two people are stranded high in the air aboard a stalled fair ride in Miami, and rescue officials are trying to get them down. A fire department spokeswoman says a call came in at 1:54 p.m. Tuesday to report the stalled ride at the Miami-Dade County Fair. News footage... more »

• CSU-Pueblo job fair

  March 2, 2010 1:35 PM

  In this economy many people are still looking for jobs. CSU-Pueblo will host its annual Spring Career Fair on Wednesday, March 3. The event will be located in the Occhiato University Center from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. "The Career Fair will be of special interest to all CSU-Pueblo students-not... more »

• CSU-Pueblo plans career fair

  February 26, 2010 3:47 PM

  More than 45 local, regional, state, and national employers will participate in Colorado State University-Pueblo's Spring Career Fair from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, March 3 in the Occhiato University Center. Employer turnout is impressive given the downturn in the economy when jobs are so few. "The... more »

• State Fair worker terminated, investigation continues

  February 11, 2010 2:11 PM

  A Colorado State Fair executive has been fired and is now the subject of a criminal investigation. Janelle Gonzales, the fair's director of administrative service, was fired on Feb. 3, more than two weeks after she was placed on administrative leave as part of an ongoing internal investigation. General... more »

• Dad and son excel at cricket-spitting

  September 9, 2009 10:12 AM

  When it comes to spitting a cricket for distance, the central Wisconsin talent seems concentrated in one Marshfield family. Brian Johnsrud spat a thawed cricket 22 feet, 8 inches at the Central Wisconsin State Fair on Saturday. Minutes later, his son Jared shot his cricket 10 feet, 5 inches... more »

• Move over, Twinkies: Deep-fried butter is here

  September 5, 2009 7:34 AM

  Who among us hasn't simultaneously marveled and shuddered over accounts of deep-fried Twinkies? Deep-fried Oreos? Deep-fried bacon? Well, brace yourself, because a new deep-fried item has been invented that's so bold, so audacious, so brazen, it's bound to take your breath away. The invention is none other than: Deep-fried... more »

• New freak show at Fair blazin' hot

  September 2, 2009 4:32 PM

  The world's smallest acrobat, a six-legged steer and a fire-eating man are all part of new sideshow act at the fair, nicknamed "Freak Show." One of the stars of the show is Flame-O, a man who juggles, rides a unicycle, and eats fire. "It's years and years of practice. Not... more »

• Wednesday is Senior Day at the Colorado State Fair

  September 1, 2009 7:33 PM

  Fair freebie! If you're over age 60 you get into the Colorado State Fair for free on Wednesday. Check out the schedule below--lots of great music at the Pepsi Stage. Check out Walgreens' free health screenings bus--everything from bone density to cholesterol will be tested--it won't cost you a penny.... more »

• Tuesday at the Colorado State Fair

  August 31, 2009 7:40 PM

  If you're planning to go to the rodeo at the Colorado State Fair, Tuesday is the perfect choice. Pepsi Dollar Day presented by News First 5--Just $1 will get you into the fair; $1 also gets you into the rodeo and on carnival rides. Tuesday, September 1 Pepsi Dollar... more »