Deep-fried news roundup

As we get closer and closer to the N.C. State Fair, we’ll round up news stories on the Fair from across the state. Click on the links below to go to each full article.

  • “N.C. State Fair returns with familiar favorites,” Rocky Mount Telegram: If it isn’t broke, don’t fix it. The 2009 N.C. State Fair in Raleigh is not about bigger and better this year, said Wesley Wyatt, state fair manager. In line with this year’s theme, “A Whole Lotta Happy,” the fair is about giving people more of the same things that keep them coming back year after year – food, rides, animals, shows and fun. …
  • “N.C. State Fair will play host to special events, $5 Footlong Song Challenge,” The Apex Herald: The N.C. State Fair will play host to a number of special events for youth, senior citizens, and servicemen and women during its 11-day run in October. In addition, fairgoers can take advantage of free or reduced admission days and participate in an event sponsored by local Subway restaurants. On Preview Day, Thursday, Oct. 15, State Fair visitors will pay a discounted admission price of $1 for children ages 6-12 and $5 for adults.   …
  • “Take the train or ride the bus to the N.C. State Fair,” The Apex Herald: Leave the car behind and take one of several alternative transportation options to the N.C. State Fair. Visitors are strongly encouraged to take advantage of these gas- and time-saving opportunities. For every bus ticket purchased, fairgoers will receive a $10 coupon book good at any Subway restaurant, while supplies last. …
  • “State fair offers jobs,” Garner News: Jobseekers can begin today applying for 2009 N.C. State Fair temporary jobs by going to the two Wake County offices of the N.C. Employment Security Commission. Those looking for temporary work at the State Fair – which runs Oct. 15-25 – will notice some changes in the application process this year. People interested in working for Fair vendors should visit the ESC’s Raleigh or Cary offices to complete an application. …

About Cotton Candy

Karlie Justus - blogged for the 2008 / 2009 N.C. State Fairs. This is her bio from 2009: When I'm not blogging for the N.C. State Fair, I go by Karlie Justus--but Cotton Candy suits me just fine. My earliest memories of the Fair are of the times my parents would bring my brother and I up from Asheville, N.C. for a double dose of the Fair and a N.C. State football game. Fast-forward two decades later, and I'm a public information officer for the deep fried celebration whose must-see Fair attractions include the giant pumpkins, decorated cakes and deep fried Oreos.

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