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MPR at the Minnesota State Fair

MPR at the Minnesota State Fair

Connect with the people, programs and performances that are made of Minnesota, in the most Minnesota place imaginable, the Minnesota State Fair. Join MPR News, The Current and YourClassical MPR at MPR's State Fair Station Aug. 27 through Sept. 7.

How MPR News' "Bathrobe Lady" Sam Stroozas became State Fair art

How MPR News' "Bathrobe Lady" Sam Stroozas became State Fair art

MPR News journalist Sam Stroozas became known as “Bathrobe Lady” after she ran outside in a bathrobe and slippers to document breaking news and start reporting. Now, the viral moment has inspired art at the most Minnesota place imaginable: The Minnesota State Fair.

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Why are there federal agents at the Minnesota State Fair?

Why are there federal agents at the Minnesota State Fair?

Minnesota State Fair officials say the people wearing Homeland Security uniforms are Transportation Security Administration Air Marshal service agents.

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Afro-Brazilian guitarist Plinio Fernandes uses unique style to inspire and teach new generations

Afro-Brazilian guitarist Plinio Fernandes uses unique style to inspire and teach new generations

Afro-Brazilian guitarist Plinio Fernandes’ style is a unique alchemy of the Brazilian folk and popular songs he grew up with, Latin classical traditions and the Western canon. He recently released his debut album and is working to teach and inspire new generations of musicians. Find out more in the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.

The Current

Root Beer Break: Minnesota

Root Beer Break: Minnesota

For today’s 5:30 Root Beer Break, what songs that reference Minnesota would you like to hear?