Still hard to believe Prince isn't with us.  Lovely Purple evening at the fair - tears and smiles and hours of great music.  Sigh.

But the celebration of Minnesota continues...

I'm gunning to get that 25th million Pronto Pup this year.  The winner gets free Pronto Pups for life.  I would be in heaven.

Behind the scenes with Pronto Pups.  

Live it.  Learn it.  Love it.

After the first day, I'm already starting to feel a little creaky and sore.  Hoping my body lasts another 11 days.

I've very excited to see the Prince tribute tonight.  As such, I'm probably just going to let the Advil caress my bones and get a late start today.  

This vine of a group of Japanese students powering up an iPhone with nothing more than a Pronto Pup and can of energy drink totally made my day until it was exposed as a hoax.  Thanks, Obama!

From The Growler:

Here’s our rundown of craft beer at the 2015 Minnesota State Fair. We’ll be adding to the lists between now and Fair time, so check back for updates.

Beautiful story.

With her, Heise brings the history of the Pronto Pup.

“In 1941, Pronto Pup flour invented the first hotdog dipped in batter and deep friend,” she said. “The main ingredient is wheat and rice, and you had to buy a franchise to get that flour.”

But Heise...

Another great idea -  free sunscreen at the Minnesota State Fair. (via MinnPost)

"There will be free sunscreen at the State Fair this year — a high-end lotion available from dispensers at all 11 information booths — and credit for the idea goes to Dr. Megan Wood,...