Travelers saw more backups Friday night due to another concert at Lenovo Center during the final weekend of the North Carolina State Fair ... best option is to park at Triangle Town Center ...

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.

Welcome to North Carolina State Fair season. Learn the basics and get familiar with the new stuff before heading to the fairgrounds this year. You can get additional info about the fair at ...