State Fair Of Texas
“Summer Adventures In Fair Park” Opens To The Public
The State Fair of Texas will debut its “Summer Adventures in Fair Park” this weekend.
Voice Of State Fair Icon ‘Big Tex’ To Change In 2013
Bill Bragg, who was the voice of Big Tex for the last 11 years tells KRLD he was informed that his contract was not renewed effective Tuesday.
Send Big Tex A Howdy, Or Donate To Help Rebuild Him
Want to help in the rebuilding of Big Tex? Now you can, with an online donation.
Best Holiday Craft Ideas from DFW Artists
These talented DFW artists’ holiday craft ideas include affordable, easy-to-make gifts and cleverly upcycled decorations perfect for any holiday home.
What Will Happen To Deep Fried Twinkies On A Stick?
The fate of deep-fried Twinkies on a stick, which originally debuted at the State Fair of Texas, is up in the air now that Hostess Brands plans to liquidate the company.
Dallas Funeral Home Hosts Big Tex Memorial
It was bound to happen. Someone held a funeral for Big Tex. The Golden Gate funeral home in Dallas called it “a living funeral,” like saying final goodbyes to someone. But, not really.
State Fair Of Texas Closes For The Year
The State Fair of Texas — marked this year by the loss of the towering Big Tex in a fire — may surpass the all-time high spent in previous years on food and amusement rides.
Stranded Rider Was Trying To Conquer Fear Of Heights At State Fair
Paige Gomez was trying to conquer her fear of heights when she got on the Stratosphere at the State Fair of Texas on Friday.
Big Tex – From Icon To Gone
Friday’s fire that destroyed Big Tex, the 60-year-old face of the State Fair of Texas, quickly became international news. Here is a recap of all of CBSDFW.com’s stories on the iconic cowboy.
The History Of Big Tex
Big Tex wasn’t always Big Tex. He got his big start as “Big Santa” in Kerens, Texas November of 1949.
Riders Down After Spending More Than Two Hours Atop State Fair Swing
An already rough day at the State Fair of Texas wnds with riders having to be rescued off one of the tallest portable rides at Fair Park.
A Eulogy For Big Tex
He was an image bigger than life, much like the state that gave him his name. He was big, he was loud, he was flamboyant and his beauty was questioned by many.
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