Good morning, Des Moines.

Today, the Iowa State Fair hosts activities including a banjo contest at Pioneer Hall, a pizza party at the Grand Concourse, and a tribute to the troops on the Riley Stage with Lainey Wilson at the Grandstand.

Forecast shows partly sunny skies and an 82°F high with early showers possible before 1 p.m.

A local competitor returned to the Iowa State Fair egg-rolling contest today after a mishap two years ago, hoping to finally place.

John Waite filled in for Rod Stewart at the Iowa State Fair Grandstand when Stewart canceled for medical reasons.

The Grammy-nominated rock star led a 90-minute free show at 8 p.m. featuring hits from his career and a tribute cover of 'Sailing'.

At the Iowa State Fair, massive pumpkins were weighed in a contest (Cody Scanlan of The Register reported) as they vied for the crown.

Ames 15-year-old Nathan Schade won best mullet at the Iowa State Fair 2026 + his unique style impressed fairgoers.

At the Iowa State Fair, fairgoers competed in the first euchre tournament (a trick-taking card game played in teams) on Aug.

14 in Des Moines; participants aimed to win most of five tricks in each hand.

The Iowa State Fair held mullet and Mr. Legs competitions on Saturday, Aug.

15 in Des Moines as the day kicked off a busy weekend. Visitors enjoyed exhibits + activities that added to the festive spirit.

At the Iowa State Fair, Bao Bao’s Tanghulu offers fairgoers a fresh Chinese street treat.

Local reporter (Lucia Cheng) noted that visitors can taste the sweet, candied fruit on a stick as the fair continues.

Fairgoers can try over 84 new foods and 45 new drinks today at Iowa State Fair as vendors offer items on a stick, sit-down meals, and gluten-free options.

Reporters continue to sample dishes + share flavor highlights during the event.

Thomas Laehn, the Libertarian Senate candidate, spoke at the Des Moines Register Soapbox at the Iowa State Fair on Aug.

15 in Des Moines. He introduced his family before addressing local fairgoers.

Fifteen Iowa state beaches are now unsafe for swimming because tests showed high E. coli or algae levels, including at Backbone Beach and Clear Lake State Park Beach (samples were taken from 41 beaches).

Check local updates for the latest testing details.

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