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The Mississippi State Fair marks 166 years with Oct. 2 opening. What to know before you go

This article has been updated to correct an inaccuracy. The 166th Mississippi State Fair is just around the corner, and this year promises an extra special celebration of the beloved American ...
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Mississippi State Fair tightens security with clear bag policy, age restrictions, and mask ban

WERE INVOLVED. THE SHERIFF SAYS THE FIGHT AGAINST NARCOTICS IS FAR FROM OVER. THE MISSISSIPPI STATE FAIR KICKS OFF THIS THURSDAY - AND THIS YEAR, FAIRGOERS WILL NOTICE NEW SECURITY POLICIES. FAIR ...
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Food Network says longtime Mississippi State Fair tradition is best fair food in the state

Everyone has a favorite fair food, and some states have iconic treats the area is known for. You might be thinking of carnival standards like cotton candy, funnel cake, giant corn dogs, sausage hot ...
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Mississippi State Fair ends with few problems thanks to new security measures

ERIN/MEGAN, WITH THE NEW SECURITY MEASURES IMPLEMENTED THIS YEAR, THE FAIR WAS A SAFE SPACE FOR ALL TO ENJOY. AS THE MISSISSIPPI STATE FAIR COMES TO A CLOSE, MULTIPLE LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES ALONG ...