HARRINGTON, Del. — For more than 100 years, the Delaware State Fair has showcased agriculture in the First State.
The fair highlights the best in livestock mixed with carnival rides, prized produce and vendors who can seemingly deep fry anything from butter to Snickers bars.
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From left, sisters Kristin Pleasanton and Kimberly Farmer were baking winners this year.
Michael Short
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Susan Simpson’s third place winner in the culinary decorated cakes competition.
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A few samples from the cupcake competition.
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Darlene Townsend’s winning Strawberry Charlotte.
Trina Stump
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Darlene Townsend’s “My Chocolate Nutella Cheesecake Obsession.”
Trina Stump
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