Until We Meet Again, Fried Pecan Pie

It’s me again, Fried Pecan Pie (aka Sydney Phillips)! With the end of the 2025 State Fair so ends my time as the State Fair’s Public Relations Intern. Although it’s bittersweet to have to say goodbye I can’t help but look back on my time with the agriculture department and the experiences I’ve had fondly. … Read more

Farm Family of the Day: Clapp Farm

Every year the N.C. State Fair thrills people of all ages and backgrounds from across the state for 11 exciting days. Fairgoers get the chance to enjoy exciting rides and delicious new foods. The State Fair is also a time to celebrate N.C. agriculture and the hardworking families who make it our state’s leading industry.  … Read more

Farm Family of the Day: Worley Honey Farm

Every year the N.C. State Fair thrills people of all ages and backgrounds from across the state for 11 exciting days. Fairgoers get the chance to enjoy exciting rides and delicious new foods. The State Fair is also a time to celebrate N.C. agriculture and the hardworking families who make it our state’s leading industry.  … Read more

Farm Family of the Day: E.B. Harris Livestock

Every year the N.C. State Fair thrills people of all ages and backgrounds from across the state for 11 exciting days. Fairgoers get the chance to enjoy exciting rides and delicious new foods. The State Fair is also a time to celebrate N.C. agriculture and the hardworking families who make it our state’s leading industry.  … Read more

Farm Family of the Day: Miracle Farm

Every year the N.C. State Fair thrills people of all ages and backgrounds from across the state for 11 exciting days. Fairgoers get the chance to enjoy exciting rides and delicious new foods. The State Fair is also a time to celebrate N.C. agriculture and the hardworking families who make it our state’s leading industry.  … Read more

Farm Family of the Day: Jordan Lake Christmas Tree Farm

Every year the N.C. State Fair thrills people of all ages and backgrounds from across the state for 11 exciting days. Fairgoers get the chance to enjoy exciting rides and delicious new foods. The State Fair is also a time to celebrate N.C. agriculture and the hardworking families who make it our state’s leading industry.  … Read more

Farm Family of the Day: G.M. Langdon Family Farm, LLC

Every year the N.C. State Fair thrills people of all ages and backgrounds from across the state for 11 exciting days. Fairgoers get the chance to enjoy exciting rides and delicious new foods. The State Fair is also a time to celebrate N.C. agriculture and the hardworking families who make it our state’s leading industry.  … Read more

Farm Family of the Day: Ronnie Moore’s Fruits & Veggies

Every year the N.C. State Fair thrills people of all ages and backgrounds from across the state for 11 exciting days. Fairgoers get the chance to enjoy exciting rides and delicious new foods. The State Fair is also a time to celebrate N.C. agriculture and the hardworking families who make it our state’s leading industry.  … Read more

Farm Family of the Day: Crooked Creek Farm

Every year the N.C. State Fair thrills people of all ages and backgrounds from across the state for 11 exciting days. Fairgoers get the chance to enjoy exciting rides and delicious new foods. The State Fair is also a time to celebrate N.C. agriculture and the hardworking families who make it our state’s leading industry.  … Read more

Morgan Hudson & Company band brings blues rock energy to Hunger Relief Day at the fair

Fairgoers will want to make plans to catch the Morgan Hudson & Company band on Smithfield Foods Hunger Relief Day at the N.C. State Fair. The Greenville-based group will take the stage on Thursday, Oct. 23, with performances at 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. They’ll be on the Live and Local Curtis Media … Read more