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Missouri State Faircast: Champion Youth

What's in it for the kids? Well, aside from spinning rides, funnel cakes and concerts, the 2007 Missouri State Fair offers kids the chance to show-off their more grown-up sides.  In this week's podcast, I spoke with the Chairman of the Youth in Agriculture Committee about The Sale of Champions.  Wayne Yokley says the Sale gives youth the opportunity to become more acquainted with the business of agriculture. He adds that a large portion of the revenue raised during the Sale, funds scholarships for continuing education in agriculture. Learn more about why this is one of the largest events that takes place at the Missouri State Fair.

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Special Art Display

The 2007 Missouri State Fair is hosting the MO 50 Fine Art Exhibition.  Don't miss out on this chance to see an exceptional collection of work from artists throughout the state!

Calling All Idols...

It's time to bring the "shower sing-a-long" show to a real audience. All you undiscovered stars out there have less than a month left to register for the Missouri State Fair Idol contest... so get your act together! 

All entrants must be at least 16 years of age at the time of contest entry and must either participate in one of the qualifying contests sponsored by the fair's media partners (Better Country KIX 105, Y107, The WOLF, Mix 92.7, Power 97.7, KDRO) or send in a Missouri State Fair Idol Entry Form and audition tape in either VHS or DVD format. Make sure it's a copy because tapes/Discs will not be returned!

You must have your entries sent in before July 23, 2007. Finalists will be notified by August 1, 2007.  Click here to fill out an entry form.

Switchfoot Drummer Chad Butler Kicks Off "Missouri State Faircast"

The Fair Fan Blog premiers its first episode of the "Missouri State Faircast"!  This week's podcast features Switchfoot Drummer Chad Butler.  Switchfoot will be performing at the 2007 State Fair August 17th as part of its latest Oh! Gravity Tour. Switchfoot songs Meant to Live and Dare You to Move helped push the band into the mainstream music industry.  Now the band is promoting its new album with the hit single Awakening  rising quickly on pop music charts. Check out what Chad has to say about giving a "fair" performance.

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Stay Tuned...

Fairgoers wanting the inside scoop on the 2007 Missouri State Fair should stay tuned with the Fair Fan Blog's latest updates.  All summer I'll be talking to entertainers, fair contestants and other fair fans about what fairgoers can look forward to in August.  I'll also be keeping you abreast on all deals, discounts and special promotions.

Just click the "subscribe" button on the left side of the page to ensure you get the latest updates. The link will take you to a page where you can add the Fair Fan blog to your Google home page, your Yahoo! home page or any other personalized home page you might be using.  The feed offers direct access to the Missouri State Faircast featuring exclusive interviews with the fair's top performers.

Don't pass up this insider's look into the 2007 Missouri State Fair! 

"Fair" thee Well for the Youth

Fairgoers... spice up your fair fun with an extra fair fund. You can help support Youth In Agriculture, a scholarship program supported through the Missouri State Fair by pledging a donation. Thirty percent of the proceeds raised through each animal auctioned at the Fair is allotted for the Missouri State Fair Youth In Agriculture Fund.  The Fund awards scholarships to young people studying agriculture curriculum at a Missouri college or University. The Fund has awarded nearly 250 scholarships since 1992.  Your donation will further the support of agricultural education.

For the Fair Addict...

If you just can't get enough of Missouri State Fair action, then there's a special season pass just for you.  "The Big Ticket" authorizes gate admission and unlimited carnival rides for each of the 11 days of the fair. The ticket goes for $55 at participating ticket outlets, or it goes for $60 at the gate.

If you're not planning on devoting 11 days to the fair but still want to make the most out of one day, not to worry, there's also a special deal just for you! The Unlimited Spin Daily Deal includes unlimited carnival rides for the day with your one-day admission for just $25. Plus, $5 discount sponsor coupons for the Unlimited Daily Deal are offered Monday through Friday.

Show Your Talents At the "Show-Me" State Fair

Are the patterns on your painted horse as remarkable as a Van Gogh?  Can you out fiddle the devil? Does your garden possess the most exquisite lilies that transcend their visitors to paradise? I'm sure there are a handful of "grandma's-infamous-mouth-watering-pie" recipes out there. There are more than 100 contests and shows scheduled throughout the 2007 Missouri State Fair.  If you're hoping to compete for your claim to fame, you better act fast!  All entries must be postmarked by July 2nd. Click here to find official contest entry forms.

Early Bird Gets the Deal...

We're well into June and that means tickets for the 2007 Missouri State Fair are on sale now!  Act fast to save some cash!  When you buy a ticket in advance at the Missouri State Fair box office, or at participating outlets such as Missouri Orscheln Farm & Home, O'Reilly Auto Parts or Break Time stores, you save $2 on every $8 adult admission ticket.  You have until August 9th to take advantage of this early bird special.

Get Your Ten Minutes of Fame... In Front of Thousands

It's official.  You can now "show" us your star quality in the 2007 Missouri State Fair's "Preparing for the Big Show" video contest. Make us laugh, make us cry... make us wince!  Whatever you do, make us choose YOU to win two free tickets to the Jason Aldean concert at the Pepsi Grandstand opening night of the fair. The winning video will premier before the concert in front of thousands!

1. Contest Guidelines: Participants must create a video pertaining to how they are preparing for the 2007 Missouri State Fair. Videos might focus on any aspect of the fair, from agriculture and  livestock showings to concerts and art contests.  The video must be no more than 60 seconds in length.
2. Eligibility: The contest is open to anyone who is at least 18 years of age at the time of the entry.  The winning participant might be asked to provide proof of age upon being selected.
3. Contest Period: The contest will run from June 1st through July 24, 2007. All videos must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m/ on July 24.
4. Contest Submission: To sumbit an entry, visit www.mostatefair.com and click on the video contest link. Upload your video using the software provided. Entering the contest is fast, easy and FREE! There is no limit on the number of submissions a contestant may post. Remember to email us at statefairvideo@gmail.com and send us a link to your video!
5. Judging: Initial judging will be done by employees of the Missouri State Fair. The number of entries will be narrowed down to the top three finalists. The finalists will be voted upon by their fans through the Missouri State Fair Website. Criteria for judging the videos is based upon: (50%) creativity, (25%) presentation and (25%) entertainment value.
6. Grand Prize: The winning video will be premiered before the Jason Aldean concert at the Pepsi Grandstand opening night of the Missouri State Fair, and will be played throughout the fair on the Missouri State Fair Website.  The winner will also receive two free ticktets to the concert, and will be given free admission into the fair opening night.
7. General Rules: All entries made upon submission become the sole property of the Missouri State Fair and may be used at any time in promoting the fair without any paid compensation to the creator.  Any use of language or content deemed inappropriate by contest judges will result in the disqualification of that entry.  If for any reason the contest is not capable of being conducted as planned, including any causes beyond the control of the administrators of the contest, the Missouri State Fair reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to cancel, modify, suspend or terminate the contest without prior notice to the entrants.