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St. Paul, Minn.

Photos: State fair food and familiar traditions

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French Fry Fairie
The Fresh French Fries Fairy entertains fry lovers at the Minnesota State Fair in Falcon Heights, Minn., on Aug. 25, 2011.
MPR Photo/Nikki Tundel
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Chocolate-covered jalapenos
Chocolate-covered jalapenos at Andre's Watermelon at the Minnesota State Fair in Falcon Heights, Minn., on August 25, 2011.
MPR Photo/Nikki Tundel
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French Fry Fairie
The Fresh French Fries Fairy entertains fry lovers at the Minnesota State Fair in Falcon Heights, Minn., on Aug. 25, 2011.
MPR Photo/Nikki Tundel
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Fairgoers
Fairgoers gather for the daily afternoon parade at the Minnesota State Fair in Falcon Heights, Minn., on August 25, 2011.
MPR Photo/Nikki Tundel