The Indiana State Fair is about to start its 17-day run today with its annual complement of thrill rides and unusual foods, along with numerous events marking “The Year of the Farmer.” Activities at the Indianapolis fairgrounds run through August 23rd. A different farm operator will be recognized each day. One of them will be David Lash, who grows corn and soybeans in Kosciusko County and will be spotlighted Aug. 14. Lash says he's honored to represent family farmers and talk with fair goers. The fair is expanding alcohol options by allowing liquor sales during five ticketed concerts at Indiana Farmers Coliseum. A Fair spokeswoman says there were no problems last year as beer and wine was sold during the fair for the first time since 1946.
