MN DNR wildfire prevention specialist Karen Harrison joins Steve on the Fair porch to talk about the impacts of wildfires and how the public can help prevent them.

There's a cooldown coming in the weather, and that brings a smile to Steve Carney's face. He'll tell you why.

Steve Carney explains why he's excited for some cooler weather next week. Then, MN DNR wildfire prevention specialist Karen Harrison joins Steve Thomson on the State Fair porch. And we hear a rundown of the first big college football scoreboard of the season.

Ahead of Saturday night's Twins game, a pair of guys named Chris stop by our Fair booth. Former producer Chris Ellston reconnects with Steve and talks about the station's connection with his current employer, Lindus Construction. Then, current producer Chris Tubbs grabs a mic to chat a bit about some of the area's most-beloved teams (Twins, Vikings, Gopher football).

Minnesota State Trooper Troy Christianson visits our Fair porch to discuss the rules of the road, including the dangers of impaired driving and the need to watch out for motorcyclists.

MN DNR conservation officer Dustin Roemeling brings his new K9 partner, Cora, to our Fair porch. The officer discusses the program and how the K9 participants train for the position.

Outdoorsman Steve Carney gives us an update angling as the Summer season starts winding down.

It's a full hour on the State Fair porch. Steve is joined by outdoorsman Steve Carney, Paul Ryan of Shanghai Henry's, Dustin Roemeling of the MN DNR, and State Trooper Troy Christianson.

It's been a while since we've asked about the health of your pets. Dr. Jean Geske of VCA Bloomington Animal Hospital joins Steve at our Fair porch for a new edition of our "Ask the Vet" hour. She takes your questions on what's ailing your furry friends.

It has been one of the busiest weeks of Phil Miller's baseball writing career. Steve addresses the elephant in the room... the Pohlads choosing to retain control of the team. Phil talks a bit about what he saw from Joe Pohlad and his giddiness level when breaking the news to the public. He notes he hasn't seen much fury from fans at the ballpark but the opposite is true on social media platforms.