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Axios
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Axios
1 big thing: 🐮 The State Fair is a week away
So we meet again, Wednesday. 🌤️ Today's weather: Another hot summer day, with a high in the upper 80s and a chance of thunderstorms. FYI: We could probably copy and paste this forecast for the next week or so. 🎵 Sounds like: " Summer Nights" by Rascal Flatts. Alissa Widman Neese, Tyler Buchanan It's almost time for the Ohio State Fair — where you can pet a kangaroo, watch T-Pain perform and eat deep-fried candy bars all in one day. Why it matters: While revered for its unusual food and entertainment, the fair is much more than that. It draws about a million visitors to Columbus from all 88 counties to celebrate our agricultural roots and unite over summertime traditions. Driving the news: The gates are open next Wednesday morning through Aug. 3. What's new: You'll find those kangaroos and other animals at The Barnyard, a new shaded area featuring the popular petting zoo and pig race attractions. Other debuts include chainsaw carving demonstrations and a free circus, plus axe throwing ($10) and a 200-foot-high slingshot ride ($40). Plus: Two gift shops, eight water bottle filling stations and a north-side entry gate. 🎵 Who's performing: From Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band Foreigner to a free Taylor Swift tribute, check out our ranking of this year's lineup. Tickets. Best bites: Several new foods are inspired by 2025's viral flavors, including Dubai chocolate funnel cakes, white cheddar dill pickle cheese curds and a "smashdilla," described as "where a quesadilla and a smash burger fall in love." Schmidt's yearly cream puff is caramel apple. Concession stands offer special $3 items on Thursdays, July 24 and 31. 🤨 Yes, but: We're utterly perplexed by the new buckeye lemonade, "infused with creamy peanut butter and chocolate." What's next: It wouldn't be the State Fair without a Butter Cow. It'll be unveiled Tuesday. Gate hours: 10am–9pm Monday–Friday and 9am–9pm Saturday–Sunday, except the last Sunday, when gates close at 6pm. Map. Daily schedule. $12 adults, $10 kids and seniors at the gate. Kids under 6 free! $10 parking. 🎟️ Ticket pro tips: Buy online before opening day and pay just $8. Discount days are July 28 (adults $10, kids free), July 29 (seniors free) and July 31 (college students $10). Military members, first responders and veterans are free every day with an ID. 2. 😋 Chart du jour: What you can eat on a stick Here's a fun statistic to share with fellow fairgoers: Concession stands will be serving 20 different foods on a stick this year. The intrigue: After crunching the numbers, we've learned that's somehow lower than average over the past four fairs. Zoom in: This year's delicacies include the obvious corn dogs, cotton candy and candy apples, plus oddities like a sausage s'more skewer, fried gator and moonshine chicken. 4. 🪧 "Good Trouble Lives On" protests are coming April Rubin, Alissa Widman Neese Tens of thousands of people are expected to protest the Trump administration again tomorrow, on the fifth anniversary of the death of civil rights leader and former congressman John Lewis. Flashback: Lewis was one of the most vocal critics of President Trump during his first administration. He skipped Trump's 2017 inauguration — only the second Lewis missed during his three-decade tenure in Congress including former President George W. Bush's inauguration in 2001. Zoom in: Local events are scheduled in Delaware, Hilliard, Westerville, Reynoldsburg, Sunbury and in downtown Columbus. 5. 🕵️♀️ Alissa's first geocaching trip Alissa Widman Neese 👋 Alissa here. Inspired by Tyler's adventures in geocaching, I decided to "quickly" investigate a couple caches by my house yesterday. Reality check: I really underestimated how well these things are hidden, and it took me quite a while to find two beginner-level caches. I rage-quit and headed back to my car at both sites, thoroughly convinced the caches must no longer be around. Yes, but: After cooling off, I got back out and persevered, with a little help from their comment logs on the Geocaching website. Disclaimer: I'm going to share two spoilers, if you plan on searching the west side. My first stop: The San Margherita sign near the Belmont House apartments, to find a teeny, tiny magnetic capsule stuck to a park bench's underside, containing a paper log. It's a common tactic, Tyler tells me. He already found that one two weeks ago. The second: The El Vaquero on Riverside Drive, where it was cleverly hidden near the parking lot. I unknowingly circled around forever before finding it. My advice: Do more research than I did about what to expect when searching. I now understand how learning common hiding tactics would definitely help.
Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
2025 Ohio State Fair: What to know before you go
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The annual tradition of the Ohio State Fair returns to Columbus July 23 to Aug. 3. For 12 days, enjoy a variety of new food, rides, games, attractions, and more at the Ohio Expo Center. Below is what to know before you go this year, including what's new, ticket information, parking and more. What's new this year? The Barnyard This new attraction will feature pig races and a petting zoo, showcasing more than 50 animals from around the world. Chainsaw Carver Watch professionals use chainsaws to create and transform a piece of wood into artwork. Cincinnati Circus Company Check out amazing acts from aerial performers who will be suspended 30 feet above with silks, hoops and trapeze. The show will be located at the south end of the Mountain Dew Midway. Concert schedule KIDZ BOP: July 23 at 6:30 p.m. Foreigner: July 24 at 7 p.m. Warren Zeiders with Hailey Whitters: July 25 at 7:30 p.m. Morris Day with ConFunkShun: July 26 at 7 p.m. All-Ohio State Fair band and youth choir (FREE): July 27 at 1 p.m. Let's Sing Taylor – An Unofficial Tribute Show (FREE): July 27 at 7 p.m. Tauren Wells with Josiah Queen: July 28 at 7 p.m. Sixteen Candles (FREE): July 29 at 1 p.m. Leanne Morgan: July 29 at 7 p.m. T-Pain with DJ Montay: July 30 at 7 p.m. Quinn XCII with Chelsea Cutler: July 31 at 7 p.m. AJR with Valley: Aug. 1 at 7:30 p.m. Trace Adkins with Alex Miller: Aug. 2 at 7 p.m. Sale of Champions livestock auction (FREE): Aug. 3 at 2 p.m. Tickets Advance sale: $8 Adults (13-59): $12 Kids (6-12): $10 Senior (60 and up): $10 Kids under 5 years old are free Parking Parking at the fair will be $10. Anyone can purchase parking with admission or upon arrival at the fair. Reserved parking is not available to the general public. NBC4 Family Discount Day on July 28 Adults will be admitted for the kids' admission of $10. Kids 12 and under will be free all day. Purchase ride-all-day wristbands for $20 until 5 p.m. For additional details, visit the Ohio State Fair's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
Business Wire
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Country Music Superstar Cole Swindell to Headline Barrett-Jackson's Annual Rock The Block Concert, January 16, 2026
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Barrett-Jackson ( The World's Greatest Collector Car Auctions, is ready to thrill concert-goers with one of the hottest stars in country music, Cole Swindell, during the annual Rock The Block concert, January 16, 2026, at WestWorld of Scottsdale. The auction's kickoff concert will open with singer-songwriter Chris Lane, followed by headlining artist Cole Swindell, who recently released his fifth studio album, 'Spanish Moss.' Concert tickets start at $85 and go on sale Friday, July 18, at 10 a.m. MST. 'From Foreigner to Sammy Hagar and now a country music superstar, our Rock The Block concerts have become the ultimate kick-off for auction week in January,' said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. 'This year, we couldn't be more excited to welcome chart-topping country music artists, Cole Swindell and Chris Lane, to the stage to get us geared up for another incredible auction week at WestWorld of Scottsdale. They are among the most celebrated voices in country music today, and you'll get to see them together at our Rock The Block concert in January.' Cole Swindell has produced chart-topping hits like 'She Had Me at Heads Carolina,' 'Forever To Me,' 'Chillin' It,' 'Single Saturday Night,' and more. With over 8 billion total global streams to date, Swindell is firmly established as a powerhouse in country music. A Georgia native, Swindell's appearance at Rock The Block will follow his 2025 Happy Hour Sad Tour, which kicks off this September. 'There's nothing that compares to the energy of a live crowd, and I am so excited to hit the stage during Barrett-Jackson's Rock The Block concert this January,' said Swindell. 'I have no doubt this show is going to be something special. I can't wait to see y'all there and make it a night we'll never forget.' A North Carolina native, Chris Lane has stepped into a more grounded and personal era with his new album 'Shade Tree,' which debuted with an impressive 1.65 million streams in its first week. With more than two billion career streams, Lane's catalog includes hits like 'Dancin' In The Moonlight' with Lauren Alaina, 'Howdy,' and 'Stop Coming Over.' He's earned nominations from the iHeartRadio Music Awards, ACM Awards, and Radio Disney Music Awards, as well as toured with Rascal Flatts, Florida Georgia Line, Brad Paisley, Dan + Shay and Kane Brown. 'Much like the diversity of our collector car dockets, our Rock The Block concerts bring in an incredible range of talent that showcase different sounds and stories across different genres,' said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. 'This year the talent on our stage will be extraordinary and our guests can expect an unforgettable experience filled with great music, energy and the kind of moments that make Barrett-Jackson the ultimate lifestyle experience.' Rock The Block concert-goers will receive exclusive early access to the Barrett-Jackson auction site before it opens to the public and the opportunity to preview some of the world-class auction vehicles. Guests can begin the evening with a first look inside the Sponsor Pavilion, showcasing the latest vehicles and displays from leading automakers and enjoy drinks and a light bite to eat while viewing the auction's star vehicles displayed in the North and South Showcase Pavilions that surround the auction arena. Tickets for Rock The Block are on sale Friday, July 18, with reserved seating and hospitality packages in the Premium Hospitality Suite located in the Muscle Lounge - an incredibly intimate setting offering elevated views with food and beverage service. Be a part of Barrett-Jackson's online conversation with #BarrettJackson and #BJAC on Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube. About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Barrett-Jackson, The World's Greatest Collector Car Auctions, is the leader in collector car auctions and automotive lifestyle events, which include authentic automobilia auctions and the sale of private collections. Welcoming hundreds of thousands of attendees per year, Barrett-Jackson hosts live collector car auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona; Palm Beach, Florida; and Columbus Ohio, where thousands of the most sought-after, unique and valuable vehicles cross the block in front of a global audience. With broadcast partner A+E Networks, Barrett-Jackson features live television coverage of their events on FYI and The HISTORY Channel, as well as all the cars, all the time via their produced livestream on Also based in Scottsdale, the Barrett-Jackson Collection Showroom offers a rotating selection of premium vehicles that meet the high standards for which the company is known. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit or call 480-421-6694.
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Travel + Leisure
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Travel + Leisure
Exclusive: Celebrity Chef Sandra Lee Is Hosting America's Oldest State Fair—and Then Kicking Off an 18-Month Tour of Fairs Across the Country
There's nothing more American than a fair. And this year, the York State Fair, in southeastern Pennsylvania, celebrates its 260th anniversary as the country's oldest, in special partnership with Emmy- and Gracie-award-winning celebrity chef Sandra Lee. Lee plans to cut the opening ceremony ribbon, crown the Fair Queen, and host a variety of festivities over the first two days of the event, which runs from July 18-27. 'When I learned about the heritage, the legacy, and the impact this fair has had on our nation, I knew this was where I had to launch my tour,' the celebrity chef told Travel + Leisure in an exclusive interview. A guests view from the York State Fair. The event is also the kickoff celebration of Lee's 18-month 'Best in Fair' tour. The star of the Netflix competition series 'Blue Ribbon Baking Championship' is working with other state fairs—including Oklahoma, South Carolina, and more to be announced—just in time for America's big 250th anniversary in 2026. With hundreds of food vendors, best-in-class livestock shows, a home-brewed beer contest, and a moving heroes parade with veteran recognitions, the York State Fair is a major draw for those looking for summer fun and community along the East Coast. The grounds are easily accessible by car from hubs like Baltimore, New York City, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C. Visitors can also expect appearances by major acts including Good Charlotte, Alabama, Rascal Flatts, T-Pain, and Foreigner. From Left: Guests riding the swing chair swing; Patrick Ball, the CEO of the York Fair. 'It has made us a bit of a tourist destination,' Patrick Ball, the CEO of the York County Agricultural Society, told T+L. (State fairs contribute $1.1 billion revenue in Pennsylvania, with York alone driving $99 million). 'Visitors stay at our hotels, eat at our restaurants, and really take in the community.' Lee credits the launch of her entire career to fairs: she won a blue ribbon at the LA County Fair back in 1992. Here, the celebrity chef shares more on what visitors can expect at the main event. T+L: Sandra, why are you excited about this particular event? SL: "Fairs are homespun fun. York is the oldest state fair in the United States. I would like to call it hallowed ground. The economic impact that these fairs have has never been shared on a whole–they are a juggernaut as a financial contributor to the community. I'm excited about the Blue Ribbon award ceremony, because that leans right into my Netflix show. In any fair, there are hundreds of entries for ribbons. We're going to do chocolate cakes, angel food cakes, and kids' events–some kids might be entering a jam, or a baked good, like a brownie or blondie. The fair is also hosting its first-ever drone show." T+L: There is a symbolism to fairs, no? SL: "It's one of the most beloved pastimes in the United States. It's actually an international pastime. A lot of people don't realize that all these other countries have their own version of the same exact thing." T+L: And they are very family-focused. SL: "Whether you are nine months old or 90, you love going to the fair. Everybody has a great fair story from their childhood. I remember the first time I saw Garth Brooks, he was at the Indiana State Fair, and my sister and I went and had the best time. I saw the Judds at the Washington State Fair, and that was unbelievable. I've been to almost every fair in this country." Whether you are nine months old or 90, you love going to the fair. Everybody has a great fair story from their childhood. — Sandra Lee T+L: What's going to be your first bite? SL: "I'm going to go for the pink cotton candy first. I'm all in and totally focused on fairs this year. That is my summer of fun." T+L: Would you join in the cow-milking contest? SL: "Game on, if I'm going directly against Patrick Ball. I'm a little competitive that way. If Patrick wants to take me on a cow-milking contest, I will do it–and I will win."
Winnipeg Free Press
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Gallery: Hot start for first night of Winnipeg's new concert series on big stage
Winnipeg's first stadium shows in nearly a decade started off hot and heavy. The inaugural Thunder Concert series kicked off Wednesday with a sweltering evening of rock 'n' roll. The two-night outdoor music festival at Princess Auto Stadium is a joint venture between the Winnipeg Football Club and True North Sports + Entertainment. Opening night, dubbed Rockin' Thunder, featured a lineup of Toque, Foreigner, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts and Def Leppard. DWAYNE LARSEN / FREE PRESS Def Leppard performs at the inaugural Thunder Concert series Wednesday at Princess Auto Stadium. The sun was blazing and the temperature was hovering around 29 C when Canadian band Toque took the stage. The first act, which includes Winnipeg-born bassist Brent Fitz , performed to a sparse crowd as fans trickled into the venue. Fair warning: Navigating rush hour traffic through Pembina Highway construction to get to the south Winnipeg stadium for 5 p.m. is a bit of a bear. Attendees for Thursday's Country Thunder show (with Riley Green, Tyler Hubbard, Nate Smith and Madeline Merlo) would do well to arrive early, pick an alternate route, carpool or take advantage of the park and ride service. On-campus lot parking is $25. Passes can be purchased on site or in advance. Wednesday's concert brought out 22,500 people, with 20,000 more expected Thursday. Pretty good for a new event taking place mid-week at the busy beginning of summer festival season. Still, the 30,000-seat stadium — which hosted its last major music act, Guns N' Roses, in 2017 — wasn't exactly full. The stands were more populated by the time Foreigner lead singer Kelly Hanson bounded on stage in tight, canary yellow pants. DWAYNE LARSEN / FREE PRESS Def Leppard put on a fun, glittery performance worthy of a big stadium show. Fresh off an induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the long-running English-American band raised the temperature with Cold as Ice and an encore of I Want to Know What Love Is, featuring local choristers from Daniel McIntyre and Gordon Bell high schools. The bands played from a large enclosed stage at the northern end of the stadium. The music was loud, but sound quality and sightlines varied throughout the space — the latter could've been improved with more live video screens beyond the two flanking the stage. It's unclear why the massive in-house displays weren't utilized during performances. Those seated in the eastern 200-level bore the brunt of the setting sun, while the assigned seating and standing sections of the turf-level floor remained hot but shaded. Between sets, the concourse was packed with an eclectic group of fans wearing concert tees from every imaginable rock band and at least a few blonde, hair metal-inspired wigs. Joan Jett walked onstage at 8 p.m. wearing tinted glasses, leather and her signature choker, but without her guitar. The error was quickly righted and a punchy set filled with iconic hits ensued, from Cherry Bomb to I Love Rock 'n' Roll to Bad Reputation. DWAYNE LARSEN / FREE PRESS Def Leppard bassist Rick Savage performs. The American frontwoman also took a moment to speak disapprovingly of the political climate in her home country, which garnered a big cheer. Every Second Friday The latest on food and drink in Winnipeg and beyond from arts writers Ben Sigurdson and Eva Wasney. British rockers Def Leppard had the most elaborate set, touching down on a tiered stage surrounded by spacey visuals and flashing lights. The intergalactic motif continued with songs Armageddon It and Rocket, followed by other career-spanning touchstones, including Let's Get Rocked and Love Bites. At press time, the headlining act — made up of lead vocalist Joe Elliott, guitarists Phil Collen and Vivian Campbell, bassist Rick Savage and drummer Rick Allen — was in the midst of a fun, glittery performance worthy of a big stadium show. The wind picked up and clouds started rolling in part-way through the set, creating a fitting backdrop for the wailing guitar solos and thundering drum beats coming from the stage. Tickets for Country Thunder are still available via Ticketmaster. DWAYNE LARSEN / FREE PRESS Wednesday's concert brought out 22,500 people to Princess Auto Stadium. DWAYNE LARSEN / FREE PRESS Rock fans enjoy the sights and sounds as Def Leppard performs at the inaugural Thunder Concert series Wednesday at Princess Auto Stadium. DWAYNE LARSEN / FREE PRESS Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell performs. DWAYNE LARSEN / FREE PRESS Rock fans enjoy the sights and sounds as Def Leppard performs at the inaugural Thunder Concert series Wednesday at Princess Auto Stadium. DWAYNE LARSEN / FREE PRESS Rock fans enjoy the sights and sounds as Def Leppard performs at the inaugural Thunder Concert series Wednesday at Princess Auto Stadium. DWAYNE LARSEN / FREE PRESS Def Leppard lead singer Joe Elliot performs at the inaugural Thunder Concert series Wednesday at Princess Auto Stadium. DWAYNE LARSEN / FREE PRESS Rock fans enjoy the sights and sounds as Def Leppard performs at the inaugural Thunder Concert series Wednesday at Princess Auto Stadium. DWAYNE LARSEN / FREE PRESS The two-night outdoor music festival at Princess Auto Stadium is a joint venture between the Winnipeg Football Club and True North Sports + Entertainment. Eva WasneyReporter Eva Wasney has been a reporter with the Free Press Arts & Life department since 2019. Read more about Eva. Every piece of reporting Eva produces is reviewed by an editing team before it is posted online or published in print — part of the Free Press's tradition, since 1872, of producing reliable independent journalism. 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