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Only Born And Raised Midwesterners Can Get 15/15 On This Food Quiz

Ah, Midwestern food. There's something so incredibly comforting about seeing a butter cow at a state fair or digging into a hotdish. But there's more to Midwestern food than meets the eye, and I'll bet anyone who hasn't grown up in the Heartland can't ace all 15 of these questions about the region's most iconic dishes. But, hey, prove me wrong and try for yourself!

Food & drink

Agriculture

fromKqed

2 months ago

Chickenless Chicken Shows? Bird Flu Reshapes County Fairs and 4-H Kids Make Do | KQED

Live chicken shows were replaced by virtual demonstrations because widespread H5N1 bird flu prevented live birds, reducing children's hands-on exhibition experiences.

Books

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.

4 months ago

31 Things to Do in the DC Area This Week and Weekend

DC events Sept 2–7 include the National Book Festival, Rosslyn Jazz Fest, concerts, Cirque du Soleil Luzia, and the DC State Fair.

Beer

fromnewyorkupstate

5 months ago

A change at NYS Fair 2025 you might not notice (unless you drink or sell craft beer)

The New York State Fair raised the in-state beverage requirement from 80% to 90%, prompting vendors to add more New York craft beers, ciders and seltzers.

Portland

fromPortland Mercury

5 months ago

The Mercury's Do This, Do That: August 25-31

POG sundaes, State Fair elephant ears, jazz and soul performances, and an indie-pop farewell concert provide diverse local food and live-music offerings.