JACKSON, Miss., Sept. 25 -- The Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce issued the following news release:
Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson invites the media to attend a press conference addressing security measures, preparations, and new details ahead of the 167th Mississippi State Fair taking place October 8-18, 2026. This year's Mississippi State Fair theme is Let Freedom Ring at the Mississippi State Fair! He will also announce the planned entertainment lineup for the 2027 Dixie National Rodeo.
The press conference will take place inside the Atrium of the Mississippi Trade Mart on the State Fairgrounds on Tuesday, September 29, at 10:00 a.m. Commissioner Gipson will be joined by law enforcement officials...