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BigXthaPlug Delivers at Iowa State Fair Despite Texas Arrest
entertainment5 days ago

BigXthaPlug Delivers at Iowa State Fair Despite Texas Arrest

Texas rapper BigXthaPlug performed at the Iowa State Fair Grandstand a day after a Dallas-area arrest on charges including driving while intoxicated, marijuana possession, and unlicensed firearm possession, and appeared unfazed as fans sang along to his hits. The set featured high energy and crowd interaction but tended to stay in one vibe, leaving some attendees wanting more as the show closed with “The Largest” and a tease of unreleased music.

via USA Today|
#arrest#bigxthaplug#entertainment
Texas arrest sidelines Iowa State Fair headliner BigXThaPlug
entertainment7 days ago

Texas arrest sidelines Iowa State Fair headliner BigXThaPlug

Hip-hop artist BigXThaPlug (Xavier Landum) was arrested in Allen, Texas on charges of driving while intoxicated, marijuana possession, and illegal firearm possession and booked into Collin County Jail, less than 24 hours before he was to headline the Iowa State Fair Grandstand with XOLEX; the arrest follows prior drug/weapons charges in 2022 and 2025 and may affect the planned show.

via KCCI|
#arrest#bigxthaplug#driving-while-intoxicated
"Iowa State Fair 2024 Grandstand Lineup Revealed: Greta Van Fleet and Brett Young Headline"
entertainment2 years ago

"Iowa State Fair 2024 Grandstand Lineup Revealed: Greta Van Fleet and Brett Young Headline"

The Iowa State Fair has finalized its Grandstand concert series lineup with the addition of rock band Greta Van Fleet and country singer-songwriter Brett Young, both with special guests, for performances on August 11 and 12 respectively. Tickets for these concerts, along with others in the lineup, will go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday.

via KCRG|
#brett-young#concert-series#entertainment
2024 Iowa State Fair Grandstand Lineup: Greta Van Fleet and Brett Young Set to Perform
entertainment2 years ago

2024 Iowa State Fair Grandstand Lineup: Greta Van Fleet and Brett Young Set to Perform

The Iowa State Fair has announced the final two concerts on the Grandstand, featuring Brett Young with special guest Needtobreathe and Greta Van Fleet with special guest The Beaches. Tickets for both shows go on sale on Friday at iowastatefair.org or 1-800-514-3849. The fair has also announced seven other concerts, including performances by Lauren Daigle, Foreigner with Melissa Etheridge, Jelly Roll, Thomas Rhett, Mötley Crüe, Gabriel Iglesias, The Avett Brothers with G.Love & Special Sauce, Ne-Yo, and Kidz Bop.

via Des Moines Register|
#brett-young#concerts#entertainment
Escaped Bull Euthanized at Iowa State Fairgrounds
animals2 years ago

Escaped Bull Euthanized at Iowa State Fairgrounds

A bull went missing from the Iowa State Fairgrounds and was later captured and euthanized for safety reasons, according to a statement from the Iowa Beef Expo, despite efforts to capture it. The Iowa State Fair police had notified the Des Moines Police Department about the missing bull, and it was captured shortly before 10 a.m. The decision to euthanize the bull was made to prioritize the safety and well-being of people and animals at the show.

via KCCI Des Moines|
#animals#bull#capture
Iowa State Fair Unveils Exciting Lineup for 2024 Grandstand Concerts
entertainment2 years ago

Iowa State Fair Unveils Exciting Lineup for 2024 Grandstand Concerts

The 2024 Iowa State Fair has announced the first two Grandstand concerts, with Christian singer Lauren Daigle performing on August 8 and rock legend Foreigner taking the stage on August 9. Ticket prices range from $35 to $70, and tickets go on sale on December 1. Two more Grandstand acts will be announced before the end of the year.

via WHO TV 13 Des Moines News & Weather|
#entertainment#foreigner#grandstand-concerts
Butter Sculptures Take Center Stage at State Fairs
food-and-culture3 years ago

Butter Sculptures Take Center Stage at State Fairs

The beloved butter cow sculpture at the Iowa State Fair is actually a wire mesh structure covered in slabs of butter, rather than being entirely made of butter. This revelation, which was mistakenly attributed to the Iowa State Fair instead of the Illinois State Fair, has left Midwesterners shocked and even angry. The butter used for the sculpture is recycled and can be reused for up to 10 years.

via BuzzFeed|
#butter-cow#food-and-culture#iowa-state-fair
Indulge in Iowa State Fair's Delectable Delights
food-and-dining3 years ago

Indulge in Iowa State Fair's Delectable Delights

Hansen's Manhattan Deli in Des Moines, Iowa, is offering a second chance for people to try the famous lobster rolls from JR's SouthPork Ranch, which were a hit at the Iowa State Fair. The deli will be serving the lobster rolls until they run out, with customers paying $25 instead of the $29 charged at the fair. Chef Heith Sheeley sources the lobster from Maine and serves it on a toasted roll with bread from Gateway Market. No pre-orders are available, and the deli won't be offering footlongs or the Iowa corn and bacon roll.

via Des Moines Register|
#des-moines#food-and-dining#hansens-manhattan-deli
Iowa State Fair 2023: Jason Aldean, Ludacris, and the Controversy
music3 years ago

Iowa State Fair 2023: Jason Aldean, Ludacris, and the Controversy

Jason Aldean performed at the Iowa State Fair amid controversy surrounding his latest single "Try That in a Small Town." The song has faced criticism for its lyrics and music video, which some believe contain racist undertones. Aldean addressed the backlash during his performance, defending the song and thanking fans for their support. He also announced a new album slated for release in November. The concert drew a crowd of 12,581 attendees.

via Des Moines Register|
#concert#controversy#iowa-state-fair
Iowa State Fair showcases extraordinary talent and outrageous hairstyles
arts-and-entertainment3 years ago

Iowa State Fair showcases extraordinary talent and outrageous hairstyles

Elle Clark, a musical theater vocalist from Humboldt County, won the 63rd Annual Bill Riley Talent Search at the Iowa State Fair with her showstopping performance of Barbra Streisand's "Don't Rain on my Parade." Clark's combination of humility and confidence set her apart from the other talented acts, earning her the first-place prize of $10,000. Four other acts were also honored, and seven young performers were named champions in the "sprouts" category. Clark plans to continue pursuing her passion for singing by studying theater at Iowa Central Community College.

via Des Moines Register|
#arts-and-entertainment#iowa-state-fair#musical-theater
"From Butter Sculptures to Cow Poop Throwing: The Quirky Delights of Iowa State Fair"
entertainment3 years ago

"From Butter Sculptures to Cow Poop Throwing: The Quirky Delights of Iowa State Fair"

The Iowa State Fair showcased life-size sculptures made from butter and a variety of deep-fried treats, attracting over a million visitors and 13 presidential candidates, including Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis. The fair featured more than 200 food stands and over 60 different mobile foods on a stick, along with attractions like an 'ugly cakes' contest. One of the highlights was a 600-pound cow made entirely from butter, displayed alongside sculptures of Iowa athletes. Trump overshadowed DeSantis and other contenders, criticizing DeSantis's poor poll performance and suggesting he should drop out of the race.

via Daily Mail|
#butter-sculptures#donald-trump#entertainment