Which State Fair reigns supreme? Iowa and Minnesota anchors go head to head

WHO 13 NEWS – It’s one of the longest brewing debates. Which state fair in the Midwest is best? Iowa or Minnesota?

WHO 13’s Calyn Thompson defends the honor of the Hawkeye State, while KARE 11’s Jason Hackett reports from the Minnesota State Fairgrounds.

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