With only one week to go until the State Fair of Texas opens, it was about time for Big Tex to get up and ready for his 72nd appearance at the fair. Work crews and a crane lifted the 55-foot icon and ...

DALLAS, Texas — There’s something about watching Big Tex “wake up” that is special to Texans. Many gathered around to see the iconic statue come to life a week ahead of the State Fair of Texas. Two of ...

Big Tex just celebrated his 60th birthday before he went up in flames, and in those six decades, he's seen a lot of changes. In this video, Shelly Slater takes a look back at the history of the State ...

WASHINGTON (Amazing America) — Howdy Folks, it's State Fair time across America. But you don't have to road trip your way across the country to get your fill of funnel cakes and Fried Mac 'n Cheese.