RALEIGH, N.C.— The North Carolina State Fair first came to Raleigh in the 1850s. Back then, dazzling lights, fireworks, giant stuffed animals and wacky fair foods weren't yet on the menu.
Ferris wheel at NC State Fair Kathy Hanrahan ... If your child is begging to win a stuffed animal at the fair, they are not alone. But is it better to just buy a toy at one of the stands?
The North Carolina State Fair is approaching, and fairgoers can expect to see some new rides and attractions this year. The ...