As of Oct. 18, there are 141 confirmed cases of Legionnaires’ disease and four deaths that began at the NC Mountain State Fair, which was held between Sept. 6-15 in the western part of the state.

RALEIGH, N.C.— The North Carolina State Fair first came to Raleigh in the 1850s. Back then, dazzling lights, fireworks, giant stuffed animals and wacky fair foods weren't yet on the menu.

Buy your NC State Fair tickets in advance to save admission. Advance tickets can be purchased online through Thursday, Oct. 17. Advance tickets for adults are $10, compared with $13 at the gate ...