State Fair to Start Next Week

The 10-day West Virginia State Fair kicks off next week, and thousands are expected to visit the showcase in Lewisburg. Organizers say one new event this year offers a Best of Fair Food contest, with 10 new items from food vendors that fairgoers can try and vote on. The concert lineup begins on Aug. 9 with a sold-out show by Luke Combs. Other shows include the Southern Uprising Tour Featuring Travis Tritt, the Charlie Daniels Band and the Marshall Tucker Band. The 2018 fair runs Aug. 9 to 18.