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Fair Prep, Safety, and Early Crowds | Sioux City News
The Iowa State Fair is heating up with over 500 vendors sweating through setup—some already losing pounds—but everyone’s pumped for the 11-day spectacle. Longtime vendor Nate Kulenkemp, who’s been coming since 1989, and deep-fried mac & cheese queen Silvia Castillo (with 11 years under her belt) both say it’s the people that keep them returning. Pre-fair events like livestock shows are spilling out before the official start, prompting some vendors to open early—even hosting “pre-fair parties”—which CEO Jeremy Parsons warns could create chaos and safety risks. With no metal detectors or…
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