Great American State Fair Postponed Due To Extreme Heat In D.C.

The Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C. postponed its activities until 5 pm following extreme temperatures on the National Mall, prompting organizers to instruct attendees to exit. Separately, Mt. Olive Pickle Co. has decided to exit the fair due to the display of the Confederate flag. The company stated that this decision aligns with its core values of human dignity, opportunity, and freedom, emphasizing their stance against the symbol's presence at the event.