Smart 529 and State Treasurers Office Launch 2014 State Fair Coloring Contest
LEWISBURG, WV (05/12/2014)(readMedia)– Smart 529 and the State Fair invite children to “Celebrate 90 Years of Blue Ribbon Traditions” and enter the 2014 Smart 529 State Fair of West Virginia Coloring Contest!
Prizes will be awarded in the following grade categories (enter in the category in which the child will enroll in the fall of 2014): Pre-K, Kindergarten through First Grade, and Second through Third Grade. Prize package to include: First place (in each category): $75 plus 4 gate admisison tickets; 2nd place $50 plus 4 gate admission tickets; and third prize $25 and 4 gate admission tickets.
For more information and to download your coloring form with rules and guidelines, please visit the competitions section of the State Fair website, www.statefairofwv.com.
All entries must be received in in the State Fair Office by JULY 1, 2014. Mail to: Coloring Contest, SFWV/PO Drawer 986/Lewsiburg, WV/24901.
The 90th State Fair is themed “Blue Bibbon Traditions” and is scheduled August 8-16, 2014. . The State Fair of West Virginia, with a $13.8 million dollar economic impact on the state of West Virginia, is a 501 © 3 non-profit corporation committed to the traditions of agriculture, family entertainment, and education. For more information, please visit www.statefairofwv.com, or follow fair events on Facebook and Twitter.
SMART529 is issued by the West Virginia College Prepaid Tuition and Savings Program Board of Trustees and is administered by The Hartford Life Insurance Company.
State Fair Announces Additional Concerts for 2014 Event!
LEWISBURG, WV (04/21/2014)(readMedia)– Three additional concerts have been annouced by State Fair officials: Sunday, August 10 – Emblem3 and MKTO; Tuesday, August 12 – Scotty McCreery and Friday, August 15 – Hunter Hayes with opener Sam Hunt. State Fair CEO, Marlene Jolliffe states, “We have worked extremely hard to book music for a younger demographic and believe we’ve delivered! ” Tickets for these shows will go on sale May 1, 2014 at 10 a.m.
Sunday, August 10 – Emblem3 and MKTO – Emblem3 is an American pop rock band consisting of brothers Wesley Stromberg and Keaton Stromberg, and their friend Drew Chadwick. In 2013, they signed with Simon Cowell’s record label Syco Records and Columbia Records after finishing fourth on the second season of The X Factor USA. Their first single after being signed, “Chloe (You’re the One I Want),” was released on April 15, 2013, and their debut album, entitled Nothing to Lose, was released on July 30, 2013.
Malcolm Kelley and Tony Oller met in 2010 while filming the Nickelodeon television series Gigantic, in which their characters played best friends. They later formed together as a duo and came up with the name MKTO, which represents their combined initials. They elaborated upon the inspiration for their group name, saying: “It also stands for what our album kind of is: Misfit Kids and Total Outcasts – just like the kids we were in high school”. The group signed to Columbia Records and released their debut single “Thank You” on January 15, 2013. “Thank You” is a crossover between pop and hip hop. The song’s music video was released onto YouTube via VEVO on January 4, 2013, and garnered over 500,000 views in two days. The song has attained commercial success, reaching the top ten on the
singles charts of Australia and New Zealand. In the music video, Harold Perrineau, who played the father of Malcolm Kelley’s character on Lost, appeared as a reference to the show. MKTO released their second single, “Classic” along with the music video on June 20, 2013. Their newest album was released on April 1, 2014.
Tuesday, August 12 – Scotty McCreery – In two short years, Scotty McCreery became one of country’s hottest new stars, with album sales topping 1.6 million, including a platinum-selling debut album that made Billboard history and helped him win several new artist awards. During this whirlwind career explosion, he sang for President Barack Obama, performed the national anthem at the World Series, appeared on ABC’s “Good Morning America” and NBC’s “TODAY Show,” and toured the country from coast to coast. In 2011, America fell in love with McCreery, then a shy 17-year-old boy with a wide smile, preternaturally deep voice and a love of faith, family and his hometown of Garner, N.C.. But that boyish image is merely a fond memory now that he’s turning 20. While the core of who
he is and what he stands for remains the same, his strong voice has deepened as he has grown into a seasoned, confident performer. His impressive evolution is immediately evident on his second studio album, See You Tonight, which artfully captures who he is now, both as an artist and as a man. With See You Tonight, as well as his previous work, his bass voice and an irresistible sound create the perfect blend of contemporary and traditional country. With more than 150 live shows under his belt across the U.S., Canada and the Philippines, McCreery has become a favorite of all ages because of the universal appeal of his music, warmth, and all-American values. Five months after winning Season 10 of “American Idol,” McCreery released his debut album, Clear As Day, which became the best-selling
solo album released by a country artist in 2011. Indeed, he became the youngest man in history to have his first album debut atop the all-genre Billboard Top 200 albums chart.
Friday, August 15, 2014– Hunter Hayes with opener Sam Hunt – Hailing from rural Cedartown, Georgia – Sam Hunt is quickly becoming one of Nashville’s most talked about young talents. After finishing his football career as quarterback for the University of Alabama Birmingham – Sam made the move to Nashville to try his hand at songwriting. Shortly after settling into the Nashville scene, he was given the opportunity to write full-time for a publisher. Using the work ethic and discipline he accrued as a ball player, Sam began to develop his craft and quickly gained recognition as a gifted songwriter. Sam made a name for himself in the country music community co-writing Kenny Chesney’s #1 single “Come Over”, as well as upcoming singles “Cop Car”/Keith Urban
and “We Are Tonight”/Billy Currington. He is currently writing/recording songs for his debut album – due out in 2014. Sam?s sound owes it?s roots to country music but has an eclectic style that?s based on pop, urban, folk and RB influences. He’s currently bringing his high-energy live show to eager fans on a fall/winter tour and his hometown anthem “Raised On It” is giving the world a taste of what’s to come!
Four-time GRAMMY nominated artist, Hunter Hayes, is a multi-talented performer, musician, producer, and writer. His critically acclaimed Atlantic Records self-titled album has already garnered three consecutive No. 1 singles, selling over eight million singles to date while the album itself has been certified platinum by the R.I.A.A. “I Want Crazy,” off his critically acclaimed album, Hunter Hayes (Encore), recently received a GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Solo Performance, marking his fourth GRAMMY nomination off his debut release. His current single, “Everybody’s Got Somebody but Me” featuring Jason Mraz, was recently highlight by the Los Angeles Times for the innovative one-take mash-up video that brought together Atlantic Records, Warner Bros. Records and Warner Music Nashville
for a YouTube first, creating a music video that features breakout YouTube stars as well as more established musicians. Hunter has played over 500 dates since 2011. He has headlined sold out venues across the US and Canada and recently wrapped the sold out CMT On Tour: Hunter Hayes’ Let’s Be Crazy tour with 24 dates in 21 cities this past fall. The Louisiana native has also shared the stage with Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum, Trace Adkins, Brad Paisley, Hank Williams, Jr. and Stevie Wonder.
Ticket prices and details on how to order can be found at www.statefairofwv.com. Tickets will be available via Etix at www.statefairofwv.com or by calling 1-800-514-ETIX (3849) Monday through Friday 9 am – 6 pm or Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The 2014 State Fair themed “Blue Ribbon Traditions”, is scheduled August 8-16, 2014. The State Fair of West Virginia, with a $13.8 million dollar economic impact on the state of West Virginia, is a 501 © 3 non-profit corporation committed to the traditions of agriculture, family entertainment, and education. For more information, please visit www.statefairofwv.com, or follow fair events on Facebook and Twitter.
West Virginia Grand National NTPA Event to Debut Memorial Day weekend at the State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg
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LEWISBURG, WV (04/04/2014)(readMedia)– The West Virginia Grand Nationals N.T.P.A. Championship pulling event debuts at the State Fair Event Center in Lewisburg Memorial Day weekend! Championship pulling is scheduled Friday night, May 23 at 7 pm and Saturday, May 24 at 7 pm. Featured classes will include SUPER Farm Tractors, FWD Trucks, and Light Unlimiteds.
“We’re excited to host the only N.T.P.A. event in West Virginia and look forward to an action packed Memorial Day weekend!” stated State Fair Event Center CEO, Marlene Jolliffe. Tickets for the WV Grand National NTPA events go on sale April 21 and can be purchased through www.statefairofwv.comby calling ETIX at 1.800.514.ETIX (3849) or at the State Fair box office Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 10-3 pm, or day of events beginning at 10 a.m. Discounts for purchase of both event days are available. Ticket holders will have access to pit areas and food concessions will be available. The State Fair Event Center also offers full hookup campsites and reservations can be made by phone at 304-645-1090.
The NTPA is the sport’s oldest and most respected truck and tractor pulling sanctioning organization. Governed by a board of directors, the NTPA is managed by World Pulling International (WPI), an independently owned entity. Headquartered in Worthington, Ohio, the NTPA provides rules and regulations and the infrastructures required for organizations throughout the country to arrange truck and tractor pulls. For more information about the NTPA, visit www.ntpapull.com, www.facebook.com/ntpapulling, www.twitter.com/ntpapull, or call the NTPA office at (614) 436-1761.
The 2014 State Fair is themed “Blue Ribbon Traditions.” and is scheduled August 8-16, 2014. The State Fair of West Virginia, with a $13.8 million dollar economic impact on the state of West Virginia, is a 501 © 3 non-profit corporation committed to the traditions of agriculture, family entertainment, and education. For more information, please visit www.statefairofwv.com, or follow fair events on Facebook and Twitter.
State Fair Announces Fourth Annual Pie Bake-Off
LEWISBURG, WV (03/25/2014)(readMedia)– The 90th Anniversary of the State Fair of West Virginia is set to kick off on August 8-16, 2014, and fair officials are looking for West Virginia’s best pie baker!
To nominate a neighbor, friend or family member simply visit www.statefairofwv.com and complete the pie bake off ballot under the competitions section. The person receiving the most votes for a particular county will be invited to participate in the contest at the State Fair on Saturday, August 9th. All nominations must be received by the Fair office no later than 12 noon on May 14th. Prizes will be awarded as follows: 1st Place – $150 and the limited edition Fiesta Ware/State Fair of West Virginia pie dish, 2nd Place – $100 and 3rd place $50.
2013 Winners were; 1st place – Geneva Parker, Lewisburg, WV – Greenbrier County, 2nd place – Harvey Burns, West Union, WV – Doddridge County, 3rd place – Mary McClure, Barboursville, WV – Cabell County. 2013 winners are not permitted to enter.
If you do not have access to the Internet, simply submit your name, address, and phone number, and your nominee’s name, address, county, and phone number to State Fair of WV, PO Drawer 986, Lewisburg, WV 24901.
The 2014 State Fair is themed “Blue Ribbon Traditions!” and is scheduled August 8-16, 2014. The State Fair of West Virginia, with a $13.8 million dollar economic impact on the state of West Virginia, is a 501 © 3 non-profit corporation committed to the traditions of agriculture, family entertainment, and education. For more information, please visit www.statefairofwv.com, or follow fair events on Facebook and Twitter.
State Fair of West Virginia Announces 2014 Scholarship Recipients
LEWISBURG, WV (03/14/2014)(readMedia)– The State Fair of West Virginia is pleased to announce the awarding of five (5), $1,000 four-year scholarships to youth who have participated in the State Fair, excelled academically and demonstrated a financial need.
2014 award recipients and the schools they are attending are:
Alison Bartenslager, Lewisburg, WV, Lincoln Land Community College, Springfield, IL (Recipient of the third annual Gus R. Douglass Scholarship)
Alex Gillespie, Lewisburg, WV, West Virginia Institute of Technology, Montgomery, WV
Jessica Hoover, Franklin, WV, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
Robert Snedegar, Lewisburg, WV, Wheeling Jesuit University, Wheeling, WV
Nancy Yates, Wardensville, WV, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
This scholarship is funded through the State Fair Endowment, which was created in 2006 to ensure the long-term support of three key areas; Scholarships Career Advancement Initiatives, Youth Educational Enrichment Programs and Agricultural Competitive Exhibit Premiums.
Scholarships will be awarded during the 2014 State Fair.
The 2014 State Fair is themed “Blue Ribbon Traditions.” and is scheduled August 8-16, 2014 The State Fair of West Virginia, with a $13.8 million dollar economic impact on the state of West Virginia, is a 501 © 3 non-profit corporation committed to the traditions of agriculture, family entertainment, and education. For more information, please visit www.statefairofwv.com, or follow fair events on Facebook and Twitter.
Little Big Town to Headline Opening Night of the 90th Annual State Fair of West Virginia
LEWISBURG, WV (03/06/2014)(readMedia)– State Fair officials have announced a portion of the 2014 State Fair grandstand talent lineup with Little Big Town set to kick off the 90th Annual State Fair on Friday, August 8, 2014.
Concerts announced today will go on sale March 28th, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.:
Friday, August 8th, 8 pm Little Big Town – It takes a perfect storm to make a great album – an audacious mix of tension and release, passion and calm, love and violence. Hallmarks associated with all true forces of nature, these mighty attributes were exactly what Little Big Town had in their corner as they blew into the studio in late February for the whirlwind recording session that produced their strongest work yet, their aptly titled fifth album, Tornado. LBT didn’t set out to break any land speed records in the studio. However, considering that the majority of Tornado took just seven days to record, that’s exactly what the recording process felt like to Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, Phillip Sweet and Jimi Westbrook, a group famous for their trademark four-part
harmonies. The elements that would produce Tornado started brewing earlier this year. After doing a bit of soul-searching, the band realized they were ready for a change. Despite a solid 13-year career during which they’ve sold 1.5 million records, racked up multiple Grammy, CMA and ACM nominations, and crafted Top 10 country hits (“Boondocks” and “Bring It On Home” from their platinum 2005 album The Road to Here, and “Little White Church” from their acclaimed 2010 release, The Reason Why), LBT was feeling a little too secure in their time-tested way of doing things in the studio. The entire band shares co-writing credits with Lori McKenna on the yearning ballad “Your Side of the Bed,” an evocative For a band of Little Big Town’s stature, experience and esteem, this level of transparency
and the decision to take the road less traveled into the studio are bold moves – ones they’re proud to have taken. “I read a quote recently that said you should do something everyday that scares you – it’s good for you,” Phillip says. “Well, at the beginning we were scared and nervous. But we would have never dreamed that it would come together so beautifully.” Indeed, both gorgeous and fearsome, Tornado is nothing short of a force of nature.
Saturday, August 9th, 8 pm Chris Tomlin – Under a vast, October sky, standing on stage before tens of thousands deep in the heart of Africa, Chris Tomlin felt right at home. Even all those miles removed from the familiar, Tomlin detected
the steady, burning light that’s universal and uniting. He’s aware that no matter where in the world, we all seek connection, to know that we’re part of a grander narrative, a special story in the exquisite design of creation. For that reason Tomlin has dedicated his life career to a singular pursuit: to bring people closer to God. Building a career is just fine, he says, but nothing compares to building bridges through music that lead to hope, healing and higher ground. “I have to put out songs that bridge the gap,” Tomlin says, putting the emphasis on “have to” as though his musical life depended on it. “I want to write songs that people sing to God. There’s nothing wrong with a three-minute pop song, but I want these songs to be special to the church. There’s more of a laser focus on
that than ever.” Yet Tomlin also embodies something rare in popular music. On his latest disc, Burning Lights, he not only hits the mark for deep substance, but also delivers lean, muscular songs that exert a magnetic pop pull. True to its title, Burning Lights shines like a sonic supernova, yet never loses its human scope and beating heart in the process. That’s because Tomlin-after ten No. 1 radio singles, a GRAMMY® Award and eight additional nominations, 21 Dove Awards, one platinum album and four gold discs-touches the hearts of listeners like no other. On the one hand, he’s achieved global scope that moved TIME magazine to proclaim him “likely the most often sung artist anywhere.” It’s estimated that more than 40 million men, women and children sing Chris Tomlin songs each week.
Thursday, August 14th, 8 pm – With ten multi-platinum albums and sixteen Top 30 hits, Foreigner is universally hailed as one of the most popular rock acts in the world with a formidable musical arsenal that continues to propel sold-out tours and album sales, now exceeding 75 million. Responsible for some of rock and roll’s most enduring anthems including “Juke Box Hero,” “Feels Like The First Time,” “Urgent,” “Head Games,” “Say You Will,” “Dirty White Boy,” “Long, Long Way From Home,” and the worldwide #1 hit, “I Want to Know What Love Is,” Foreigner continues to rock the charts more than thirty years into the game. Juke Box Heroes, a new compilation of digitally recorded Foreigner hits, spent over twenty weeks in the Billboard Top 200 in 2013. The 2008 No End in Sight
album re-entered the Billboard Top 200, joining Juke Box Heroes in July 2013. Additionally, Juke Box Heroes spent most of 2013 in the Nielsan SoundScan Top 200 Catalog chart. It rose to #4 in that chart in September, an astonishing feat that allowed Foreigner’s catalog sales that week to eclipse those of AC/DC, Aerosmith, The hRolling Stones, Queen, Van Halen and most of their Classic Rock peers (Source: Nielsen SoundScan Top 200, September 2013). This first part of 2014 will see Foreigner touring throughout the USA Canada befroe departing for a spirng international tour, during which Foreigner will play in Israel, Belgium, France, England, Scotland, Ireland and the Bahamas!
Saturday, August 16th – Buckin’ B’ Bull Ride and The Swon Brothers – Buckin’ B Cattle Company brings it’s hard-driving, exciting Bull Riding event back to the fair and riders will once again compete for points in their quest to win the SEBRA (Southern Extreme Bull Riding Association) National Finals. Buckin’ B Cattle Company, was formed by Waynseburg, PA l native and award-winning bull rider Matt DeJohn, has won the SEBRA Producer of the Year award for years 2007, 2008, 2010 and 2011. The Swon Brothers are an American country music duo from Muskogee, Oklahoma, consisting of Zach Swon and Colton Swon. In 2013, they finished in third place on the fourth season of NBC’s The Voice. Before coming to “The Voice,” Zach and Colton have spent the prior few years performing
around their home state and releasing their CDs on their own label which have been well-received among their ever-growing fan base. Songs like the irresistibly catchy “Oklahoma Lovin'” and the bluesy, soulful, “This Close To Gone,” not only show off their diverse vocal strengths, but also their ability to pen gripping lyrics that resonate with audiences from young to old. Their strong brotherly bond is undeniable in their performances as they good-naturedly rib and tease each other onstage and trade off on tunes.”
State Fair CEO Marlene Jolliffe stated, “We have additional announcements coming and are looking forward to our 90th Celebration. We hope to start a new harness racing tradition this year when we feature two evenings of “Twighlight Racing” from 5:30-7:30 followed by Free Concerts on Monday, August 11th (The Tams) and Wednesday, August 13th “Homegrown Night with Colton Pack and Wyatt Turner”. Evening races open Harness Racing to new audiences who work and don’t have the opportunity to attend during the day.”
Ticket prices and details on how to order can be found at www.statefairofwv.com. Tickets will be available via Etix at www.statefairofwv.com or by calling 1-800-514-ETIX (3849) Monday through Friday 9 am – 6 pm or Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The 2014 State Fair themed “Blue Ribbon Traditions”, is scheduled August 8-16, 2014. The State Fair of West Virginia, with a $13.8 million dollar economic impact on the state of West Virginia, is a 501 © 3 non-profit corporation committed to the traditions of agriculture, family entertainment, and education. For more information, please visit www.statefairofwv.com, or follow fair events on Facebook and Twitter.
