The 2012 Missouri State Fair, marks the 50th anniversary of the Missouri State Fair Volunteer Fire Department, who are the most unique firefighters in the state. The reason for this is because the department itself only exists for two weeks out of the year during the Missouri State Fair.
August 16, 2012 I know what you're thinking, kids. You're thinking, "What the heck does Behka care about Chickens?" How dare you! I love chickens. Well, okay - maybe I love the way they taste more than I love the actual animal.
August 15, 2012 Kids, you know and I know there is some crazy stuff at the fair for you to eat. You can eat everything from kettle korn to a deep fried pickle to pizza to corn dogs and just about anything in between.
August 15, 2012 Kids, I know that many of you are well aware that the Missouri State Fair has a long tradition of agriculture. But what do you know of the thrills and chills in agriculture?
August 15, 2012 Kids, I know we're all easily charmed by the big, shiny, and brightly colored food booths all along the fairgrounds. Heck, it's easy when you're surrounded by cheap, convenient fare. But, if you'll bear with me, we can get something very very tasty.
August 14, 2012 Okay, kids, so I know a lot of us go to the fair for the escape. For the excitement. For lots of things! But, there are a few things you might miss from time to time if you just work your way through without truly exploring.
Kids, you and I know we all have our favorite parts of the Missouri State Fair. You come for the food, the rides, the concerts, all sorts of stuff. But there are plenty of little things here and there that you might miss, and that’s what I’m gonna show you today.
August 14, 2012 Kids, I know that we've talked a lot about the fun and excitement of the Missouri State Fair. I know you're excited about the deals, the rides, the shows and the food, but did you know you can learn a little something too?
I had a couple of duties throughout Saturday (August 11) that I like to call the perks of the job. I hung out in the Bud Tent to introduce Jason Cassidy at the 2 p.m. show. Even though he was running a little bit behind since he had a late night in Wichita, he played an assortment of music from Montgomery Gentry to Jamey Johnson, and then music from his new CD on A Blake Records, My Redemption. He shared a story during the set that the title track was that he got away from going to church and then sometime when he met his wife, he came back to the church. He got a good round of applause for that and also the set he put on. If you missed out on him, you can see him play again today (Sunday, August 12) at 2 and 6 p.m.
August 10, 2012 I had the opportunity to go backstage to meet Wade Bowen and Randy Rogers at the Missouri State Fair. Everyone was great. Both bands took the time to talk to their fans during their meet and greets. Then I went on stage for some announcements and was able to upgrade some people from the grandstand to the track. Check out pics of the concert below.
