Great New York State Fair returns August to early September
The Great New York State Fair runs August 27 through September 7 in Syracuse with a long history dating back to 1841. Highlights include Dairy Day on August 31 featuring award winning dairy products, a Taste NY Tent, and a Taste NY Wine Beer and Spirits tent behind Chevy Court. The fair honors service dogs and veterans with a new Dogs Memorial on Armed Forces Day, and offers free admission for seniors on August 31 and September. It showcases 4 H youth exhibits, entertainers, and plans to provide bus rides via Centre Central for attendees without transport.
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Legislator challenges fellow official over county loan policy
Jim Weatherup, a Fulton legislator, recounts the Oswego County loan policy process. He criticizes Frank Castiglia for repeatedly revisiting an agreement already approved, noting committee and caucus discussions, full-legislature votes, and multiple editor letters amid an election year.
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Jim Weatherup
Cruz gains in GOP race aided by Deace endorsement
Ted Cruz rises in the Republican field after Steve Deace, a key Iowa conservative and talk host, endorses him. Cruz benefited from a strong debate showing, a post debate bus tour drawing crowds, and favorable reception from party activists as he targets mainstream conservatives and establishment voters. Byron York notes Cruz’s growing momentum.
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Scott Walker
Mitch McConnell
John Boehner
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Donald Trump
Byron York
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Historic milestones across years on August 26
On August 26 various events marked advances and crises from 1789 to 2014. The 19th Amendment took effect in 1920 granting women the vote, Krakatoa began its eruptions in 1883, and televised baseball debuted in 1939. Alaska statehood came in 1958, and notable political events occurred in 1964, 1968, and 1972. The note closes with reflections on modern governance and a quote by George William Curtis.
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