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Sunday, March 24, 2013  The Discover the Dinosaurs exhibit was held in the Rex Baxter building at the Tri-State Fairgrounds for a three-day appearance Friday through Sunday. The walk-thru museum allowed families to explore the interactive show and learn about the pre-historic days when dinosaurs were around. Kids had a hands on approach to learning, which made the exhibit unique from regular museums.

Friday, October 26, 2012  It’s Friday and time for fun and relaxation, and local businesses and organizations have provided Amarillo with a weekend to go out and about.

Monday, October 22, 2012  The State Fair of Texas - marked this year by the loss of the towering, cowboy-hat-wearing Big Tex in a fire - may surpass the all-time high spent in previous years on food and amusement rides.

Friday, October 19, 2012  Big Tex - the 52-foot-tall metal-and-fabric cowboy that is an icon of the State Fair of Texas - has been destroyed in a fire.

Saturday, October 13, 2012  The Women's Ranch Rodeo Association competed in the World Finals in Amarillo, October 12-13 on the Tri-State Fair Grounds. Women swapped roles with the men and stole the spotlight in the rodeo arena.

Friday, September 28, 2012  The State Fair of Texas has opened for its 126th year.

Thursday, September 27, 2012  The State Fair of Texas opens Friday in Dallas with food, festivities and football as part of the 126th annual expo.

Friday, September 21, 2012  Tips on having fun at the fair without breaking the bank

Tuesday, September 18, 2012  Folks planning to head out to the Tri-State fair better prepare for the crowds. But, they also should prepare to see some extra security personnel keeping a close eye on all the action, as well.

Saturday, September 15, 2012  New attractions and improvements at the Tri-State Fair have been bringing in major crowds.

Friday, September 14, 2012  The Tri-State Fair and Rodeo is officially open to all. But as many of us know, all that food and all those rides can be expensive.

Thursday, September 13, 2012  It's state fair time in Oklahoma.

Wednesday, September 12, 2012  Oklahoma Treasurer Ken Miller is headed to the Oklahoma State Fair with $350 million in unclaimed property.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012  Texas state fair finalist food item comes without sharp needles.

Wednesday, February 08, 2012  Report: Stage collapse report will cite stagehands union; attorney says union unfairly blamed