Iowa inspectors to test fair midway games for fairness
State officials from three agencies will tour the Iowa State Fair midway to verify carnival games are fair and priced correctly. Program manager Julie Miller will play every game, with oversight by David Werning and others, to ensure winnings are possible and rules are followed.
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Iowa State Fair
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Kathie Swift
Department of Inspections and Appeals
State Fair taxed as Polk County raises school funds
Des Moines residents face a 1 percent sales tax on goods at the Iowa State Fair to support county schools. Critics say shoppers can avoid taxes by buying elsewhere, while supporters note the fair sits on state property. Lawmakers weigh suspending local taxes on state property and consider broader implications for other counties and facilities.
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Albia Union-Republican
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