Steele County Fair

Guineas aren't going to win any beauty contests that I know of. Guineas are birds, by the way. A prehistoric-looking bird, according to Grace Logan.

He's all grown up now, and not any worse off because of it, but as a youngster my son Aaron was lost at the Steele County Fair for a short time.

Seniors get the red carpet treatment on Thursday at the Steele County Fair in Owatonna, with special senior citizen day events and deals.

Opening day of the Steele County Free Fair in Owatonna featured hall of fame inductions, a flag-raising ceremony, 4-H students busy with their projects and plenty of eating.

Bulls start the week trying to shake their riders, ATV riders will attempt to defy gravity and Hairball fans are hoping the rain stays away this week.

Steele County fairgoers have been very dedicated toward their favorite foods and attractions, but each year brings in a few changes.

Registration has opened for the 14th annual STRIVE wellness run and fitness walk on Saturday, August 19, starting and ending at Owatonna High School.

Steve Groening brings the KOBK news for September and October 1916. In the report: A bond to build a new high school, $20,000 for a new bridge over the Straight River, opposition to a meatpacking plant, the future location of the Steele County Fair, and pre-election political candidate rallies...

Last week, August 18-23, was Minnesota’s largest county fair, the Steele County Free Fair in Owatonna. There were plenty of fun things to do, both free and paid, and there is always something for everyone in the family.

Last night my family and I had a great time at the Steele County Free Fair in Owatonna. My wife and I were joined by my daughter and her two daughters and my son's daughter. She was visiting us for a few days and I thought the fair would be a perfect way to wrap up her visit...