State Fair of Texas boosts security for Red River Rivalry weekend
During Saturday's UT-OU game, the fair expects to host around 200,000 people or more.
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State Fair of Texas enhances security for Red River Rivalry weekend
The State Fair of Texas is ramping up security for the weekend of the Red River Rivalry. During Saturday's UT-OU game, the fair expects to host around 200,000 people or more. As a result, the fair has implemented extra security measures that will affect visitors this weekend.
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Record-high temperature possible for Saturday's Texas-OU football game
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State Fair of Texas boosts security for Red River Rivalry weekend
During Saturday's UT-OU game, the fair expects to host around 200,000 people or more.
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Inspiration may have come from her famous neighbor across the street – Big Tex.
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Meet Luke Janacek: The 10-year-old junior correspondent bringing the State Fair of Texas to life
Luke Janacek, a 10-year-old junior correspondent, is at the State Fair of Texas, engaging with attendees to discover their favorite aspects of the event.
North Texas medical assistant faces additional charge of indecency with child
Detectives previously said two of the original three victims were at Little Spurs Pediatrics for sports physicals.
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