by Marketing | Apr 4, 2024 | Foundation Spotlight
This month’s volunteer spotlight shines a light on the dynamic duo of David Johnson and Al Hernandez. These two have been volunteering at the Foundation together for over a decade and have been friends for even longer. David recalls being invited to volunteer by board...
by Marketing | Apr 4, 2024 | Press Releases, Uncategorized
The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation is hosting a t-shirt design contest for the 2024 Kansas State Fair. Online voting will take place on Facebook until April 30, 2024. It has been wonderful to see the creativity and passion for the Kansas State Fair through more than...
by Marketing | Mar 31, 2024 | Shank's Take: Newsletter Column
A nearly three-hour March meeting of the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation Board of Directors followed by a walking tour of the 1861 Club under construction offered more proof there is no standing still when it comes to enhancements at the Kansas State Fair. Normally,...
by Marketing | Feb 29, 2024 | Foundation Spotlight
It’s calving season, which means that getting ahold of Brandon Frederick for this month’s volunteer spotlight was a bit tricky! He was swamped calving over 200 heifers, but he still made time to answer a few questions for us. We couldn’t be happier to share more about...
by Marketing | Feb 29, 2024 | Shank's Take: Newsletter Column
As winter transitions to spring, the grass is turning green on the grounds of the Kansas State Fair. The fairgrounds is abuzz with activity as a building crew continues work to raise the 1861 Club. Plans are in place to dedicate this new venue, which will coincide...
