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    Market to Market
    EpisodeSeason50Episode5052
    The tariff truce with China gets a second extension - well before the hammer drops. A look at the last 10 years of this show as our 50th season comes to a close. And, commodity market analysis with Mark Gold.
    Fair
    EpisodeSeason56Episode5604
    Highlights include: Soda Fountain 50th, Beard Growing Contest, Fair Prep — USS Iowa Corndogs, Cookout Contest, Governor’s Charity Steer Show, Little Hands on the Farm, Quilting, art WORKS, Outlaw Truck and Tractor Pulls and Pedal Tractor Pull.
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    EpisodeSeason56Episode5603
    Highlights include: Scotcharoo SnackDown, Butter Cow, Fiddling Contest Turns 100, FFA Sheep, 4-H/FFA Kid, Agriculture Building Crop Artistry, 4-H Sheep Skillathon, Bandaloni, FFA Parade of Champions and Flying Royals.
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    EpisodeSeason56Episode5602
    Highlights include: Spelling Bee, Fair Prep — Ugly Cake Contest, Dairy Cattle, Best Bagger Contest, Queen Contest, Baby Animals, Photography, Lego Brick Wall Build and Rooster and Chicken Calling.
    Fair
    EpisodeSeason56Episode5601
    Highlights include: State Fair Parade, Mullet Contest, Big Animals, Bondurant FFA Kid, Family Chopped, Concrete Statues, New Fair Foods, Brad Weston and East Side Night.
    Fair
    SpecialSeason56Episode2025
    This annual fair tradition brings together county fair queens from across the state who showcase the very best in personality, leadership, citizenship and involvement in their local communities.
    Market to Market
    EpisodeSeason50Episode5051
    A report card on water quality. More tariffs go into effect. The fight over busting the swamp to farm a few more acres. And, commodity market analysis with Don Roose.
    Fair
    SpecialSeason56Episode2025
    The Iowa State Fair parade, featuring high school marching bands, floats, cool cars, special causes and more.
    Behind the Blue Ribbon
    Documentary
    Experience the Iowa State Fair through the eyes of four individuals maintaining its traditions.

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Stories

    It was Parks & Rec Day at the Iowa State Fair, which features the Pie Eating Contest, Big Wheel Racing and more, alongside other fun opportunities like the Cornhole Tournament and the ongoing daily adventures of the fair.
    Day 7 of the Iowa State Fair was a day of fun and action, from the last day of the Outlaw Truck & Tractor Pull to Pioneer Hall's Hill showcasing throwing contests, including rubber chickens and cow chips.
    We're halfway through the Iowa State Fair and our teams are still out filming fun events, like the Beard Growing Contest, while fairgoers of all ages enjoy iconic displays and educational moments.
    The first Monday of the Iowa State Fair is always the Veterans' Day parade, and with mostly mild weather, fairgoers also enjoyed many of the daily fun, from the Flying Royals acrobatic team to the Cowboy Bootcamp for kids.
    See highlights from the first Sunday of the Iowa State Fair, including the iconic Fiddlers' Contest and Monster Arm Wrestling, alongside the work of FFA and 4-H students.
    Check out photos of all the county queens represented at the Iowa State Fair and the coronation of the 2025 Queen.
    Lots of popular contests on the first Saturday of the Fair, from our live coverage of the fair queen coronation to the Mr. Legs and Mullet contests.
    On the second day of the 2025 Iowa State Fair, our crews were putting together features for our nightly show on contests like the Best Bagger Contest and the Weed ID Contest while fairgoers beat the heat while enjoying classic cars, thrilling rides and big animals on display.
    Our crews were out in full force for the first day of the Iowa State Fair, capturing moments for TV and social media alike.
    This Fourth of July, we celebrate the spirit of independence.
    From Clinton’s logging history to enterprising local artists, we have enjoyed spotlighting the stories in and around this picturesque town.
    We've put together a fantastic lineup of concerts every Friday night this summer.

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