by Marketing | Jan 4, 2024 | 1861 Club, Press Releases
The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation is excited to announce that Tami Rife has joined the Foundation team as the manager for the 1861 Club. Tami brings years of sales management experience to her new role as manager of the 1861 Club. Tami was often recognized for her...
by Marketing | Jan 4, 2024 | Foundation Spotlight
The Volunteer Spotlight section has become a much anticipated part of the First Friday E-Update during its cardinal year in 2023. It started in February 2023 and has featured a different volunteer each month throughout the year. We want to share a recap of all of the...
by Marketing | Jan 4, 2024 | Shank's Take: Newsletter Column
Harland Priddle, a Kansas original, icon and legend in his own time, whose multiple careers included time spent with the Kansas State Fair, passed away December 12. Photo credit: Lt. Governor David Toland on X (formerly Twitter). In 2020, Harland, who grew up on...
by Marketing | Jan 4, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation (KFF) continues to grow every year; 2023 was no exception. Thanks to our board members, staff, volunteers, and especially our incredible donors, the Foundation had a historic year that has allowed us to make a strong start in 2024. We...
by Marketing | Jan 4, 2024 | Uncategorized
In 2004, John and I were asked by Mary Alice Lair to serve as members of the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation Board of Directors. John and I have always loved the Kansas State Fair, and we have great memories of bringing our children to Hutchinson to see their 4-H...
