The Indiana State Fair unveiled the second wave of its 2024
list of scheduled concerts as a part of the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage schedule, August 2-18 (Fair is
closed on Mondays).

The Hoosier Lottery Free Stage has become a summertime staple for concert
goers and music lovers. The lineup each year consists of some of music’s most legendary and diverse
acts and this year is no exception. All shows at the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage are free with paid fair
admission and seating is first-come, first-served. All shows start at 7:30 p.m., unless noted otherwise.
Discount tickets can be purchased for the 2024 Indiana State Fair today at IndianaStateFair.com

The 2024 lineup, so far, for the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage at the Indiana State Fair include:
● Three Dog Night - Friday, August 2 (opening day)
● Gladys Knight - Sunday, August 4
● Dogstar (guitarist/vocalist Bret Domrose, drummer Robert Mailhouse and bassist
Keanu Reeves) - Thursday, August 8
● Bell Biv DeVoe - Friday, August 9
● *Fearless: The Taylor Swift Tribute - Saturday, August 10
● *Newsboys (evening) and Blessing Offor (afternoon) - Sunday, August 11
● *Happy Together Tour featuring The Turtles, Jay & The Americans, The Association, Badfinger
ft. Joey Molland, The Vogues and The Cowsills - Wednesday, August 14
● *Sublime with Rome - Thursday, August 15
● Gary Allan - Friday, August 16
● *Gospel Music Festival featuring Yolanda Adams - Sunday, August 18
*Just Added

As title sponsor of the Free Stage, the Hoosier Lottery is inviting fairgoers 18 or older to enter the
free myLOTTERY All-Inclusive Indiana State Fair Prize Package promotion. Six Grand Prize winners will
receive State Fair tickets, parking, Fair Bucks, the opportunity to take in a concert at the Hoosier
Lottery Free Stage, and a Hoosier Lottery Prize Pack. Enter by signing up to become a myLOTTERY
member or confirming your existing account at HoosierLottery.com/StateFair by July 8, 2024.
Promotional odds are dependent upon the number of entries received.
There will be a limited amount of reserved viewing area tickets available for these concerts made
available in July.

The 2024 Indiana State Fair is scheduled to open on Friday, August 2 and runs
through August 18, when you can enjoy The Greatest 15 Days of Summer at this iconic Hoosier
tradition. For more information, please visit www.indianastatefair.com or follow the Indiana State
Fair on Facebook, Instagram and X. The Indiana State Fair will be highlighted by its 2024 theme The
Art & Nature of Fun presented by Newfields.

2024 Artist Bios:
Three Dog Night
This legendary pop-rock band dominated the charts between 1969 and 1974, with no other group
having more top 10 hits. Three Dog Night has maintained and grown their audience, adapting to new
music technology and continuing to tour yearly, giving fans new and old the chance to experience
their dynamic performances of their classic hits as well as several new songs. Marking nearly 50 years
on the road, Three Dog Night continues to captivate audiences with boundary breaking sounds and
nostalgic music from their beginning.

Gladys Knight
As both a solo singer and a group musician, Gladys Knight has solidified herself as an icon of the music
industry. Known as the “Empress of Soul” Knight has received numerous awards and accolades for
her contributions to the R&B and Soul genres. She has also made appearances in numerous films and
television shows. She has recorded more than 38 albums during her career, four of which are solo
albums.

Dogstar feat. Robert Mailhouse, Bret Domrose & Keanu Reeves
Dogstar is an American Alternative rock band that was formed in Los Angeles in 1991. Its current
members are guitarist/vocalist Bret Domrose, drummer Robert Mailhouse and bassist Keanu Reeves.
The band saw its greatest success in the mid-1990s to the early 2000s, gathering significant attention
from the media due to the presence of Keanu. The band started back up again in 2020, announcing
their reunion in 2022. Their latest album was released on October 6, 2023.

Bell Biv DeVoe
Formed in 1989, Bell Biv DeVoe is an American music group hailing from Boston, Massachusetts. Their
music aims to combine elements of soul, R&B and hip hop, with their multi-platinum album Poison
having a song reaching number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1990. Their last album Three Stripes was
released on January 27, 2017, and despite only having four albums of original material the group has
continuously toured and performed live. The group formed as a spinoff of a R&B group called New
Edition, and has participated in several of their reunion tours.

Fearless: The Taylor Swift Tribute
Calling all SWIFTIES! We are FEARLESS!! The ULTIMATE Taylor Tribute! We celebrate all things
TAYLOR - from all the chart topping HITS to her ICONIC style! Composed of some of the top musicians
in CHICAGO, Fearless brings the magic of TAYLOR's music to life with passion, energy and STYLE! Get
ready to sing, dance and make your WILDEST DREAMS come true! See ya at the show!

Newsboys
Newsboys is a Christian rock band that was formed in Queensland, Australia in 1985. Their debut
album He’s Coming Back was recorded and released in 1987, and is the first of two albums recorded
in Australia, before moving to Nashville, Tennessee. Their fourth album Not Ashamed, released in
1992, was their first commercially successful album. In 2001 their fifth album was recognized by CCM
magazine as one of the “100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music.” One of their singles “Shine” was
included at No. 9 on CCM Magazine’s “100 Greatest Songs of Christian Music.” Their thirteenth studio
album In the Hands of God, released on May 5, 2009 debuted at No. 1 on the CCM charts. Their
newest album is 2024’s Worldwide Revival.

Blessing Offor
Born in Nigeria and raised in Connecticut, Blessing Offor combines Soul, R&B, pop and music from his
African roots. Blessing describes this combination as “the genre of humanity.” Having suffered from
vision loss at a young age, Offor learned to train his ears for musical talent. His 2023 debut album,
written and recorded in Nashville combines all the elements of his upbringing. Through a combination
of personal lyrics and a soundscape rooted in Motown spirit and an “afro-inspired undercurrent,”
Offor works to combine his dynamic background. To honor his African heritage, Offor included three
unique recordings of a call with his uncle to translate a Nigerian tune called “Akwa Uwa,” which
means “Tears for the World.”

Happy Together Tour 2024
The Happy Together Tour 2024 consists of six acts: The Turtles, Jay & The Americans, The Association,
Badfinger ft. Joey Molland, The Vogues and The Cowsills. These artists had their biggest hits in the
60’s and 70’s and brought timeless sounds and songs like “Happy Together” by the Turtles, one of
the most recognizable songs of that time period. These bands combined have multiple No. 1 hits with
this tour starting in 1984. Since then the band has consistently knocked out 50 shows a year, making
this tour an iconic homage to an era of music that has influenced many of today’s artists. The tour
has consisted of several different bands and artists throughout the nearly 40 years it has been
running, with the only constant band being The Turtles.

Sublime with Rome
Formed in California in 2010 by former members of the band Sublime and singer and guitarist Rome
Ramirez, Sublime with Rome is a ska alternative rock group. The group’s debut album Yours Truly was
released on July 12, 2011, and broke the top ten of the Billboard 200. After releasing their third album
Blessings, the band went on a major tour. In 2023 they collaborated with Slightly Stoopid on “Cool &
Collected,” which was their first new release in several years. To celebrate the release, the group
went on a massive summer tour to 27 different cities. Their latest album recorded at Sonic Ranch, is
a celebration of their fifteen year run, and is a thank you note to their many fans.

Gary Allan
Gary Allan is a Nashville based country music singer. He got his start in 1996 after signing to Decca
Records. His debut single “Her Man” was released in 1996, was the lead-off to his gold certified debut
album, titled Used Heart for Sale. He has had three certified platinum albums, and three certified
gold albums. Two albums reached the top two spots on the U.S. Billboard Top Country Albums. His
newest album titled Ruthless tells the story of the Nashville country from the 1990s to the present.

Gospel Music Festival featuring: Yolanda Adams
Yolanda Adams is an American gospel singer, and host of her own syndicated gospel show. Adams
got her start singing gospel music in the early 1980s as part of Houston’s Southeast Inspirational
Choir, which was affiliated with the Church of God in Christ. She was a featured vocalist on the Choir’s
single “For my Liberty. In 1987, Adams signed a contract with The Sound of Gospel, and released her
first album titled Just As I Am. In 1990 she was discovered by producer Ben Tankard, and after signing
to his independent label she released another album titled Through the Storm. In 2009 she was
named the number 1 gospel artist of the decade by Billboard. In 2016, President Barack Obama gave
her the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award for her outstanding volunteer service, and in 2017
she was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Adams has five number one albums on
Billboard’s Top Gospel Album list. In 2022 she was inducted into the Black Music & Entertainment
Walk of Fame.

ABOUT THE INDIANA STATE FAIR:
The Indiana State Fair, known as the state's premier multi-day event, is a vibrant celebration of the
Hoosier spirit and agricultural legacy. Over 15 exciting days, it unites communities across Indiana to
honor the state's unique identity and welcomes visitors from far and wide. Renowned for its top-
notch entertainment, spotlight on 4-H youth, engaging agricultural education programs, modern
facilities, and an array of delicious fare, the Indiana State Fair has been a treasured tradition for
Hoosiers for over a century. The 2024 Indiana State Fair takes place from August 2nd to August 18th
(closed Mondays). For comprehensive event information, ticket details, and attractions, be sure to
visit our official website at www.indianastatefair.com.

ABOUT THE HOOSIER LOTTERY:
For over 30 years, Hoosier Lottery distributions have benefited every county throughout Indiana. The
Hoosier Lottery has contributed more than $7 billion to good causes, including $30 million to local
police and firefighters’ pensions and $30 million to the Teachers’ Retirement Fund annually.

Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita is alerting Hoosiers of important consumer protection concerns for products recalled in June. The office encourages consumers to take advantage of opportunities available for those who purchase recalled items that could be harmful to their families.    

“Summer is a time to relax and for your kids to have fun playing outdoors. This month’s list has several items you might find in your own backyard,” Attorney General Rokita said. “You shouldn’t have to worry if your children’s toys are defective or could cause them any harm. If you purchased one of the recalled products, stop using it immediately and pursue resolution from the manufacturer immediately.”  

According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the following consumer products were recalled in June:  

•  Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing Recalls Daikin FIT, Amana Brand S-series, and Goodman SD Heat Pumps Due to Risk of Excessive Heat Exposure
•  Baseus Magnetic Wireless Charging Power Banks Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Imported by Shenzhen Baseus Technology
•  Southern Telecom Recalls Brookstone TurboVac Handheld Rechargeable Vacuums Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Belk
•  At Home Procurement Recalls Toy Trunk Storage Chests Due to Entrapment and Suffocation Hazards
•  REI Recalls Co-op Cycles REV Children’s Bicycles with Training Wheels Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
•  Dania Furniture Recalls Hayden Bookcase Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards; 4-Year-Old Child Died from Tip-Over (Recall Alert)
•  MGA Entertainment Recalls Miniverse Make It Mini Sets with Unused Liquid Resins Due to Risk of Skin, Eye and Respiratory Irritation and Sensitization; Violation of the Federal Hazardous Substances Act
•  Thousandshores Recalled Theefun Kids Gardening Tools Sets Due to Violation of the Federal Phthalates Ban; Sold Exclusively on Amazon
•  Cinmar Recalls Frontgate Chaise Lounge Chairs Due to Finger Crushing and Amputation Hazards
•  Cargo Bicycles Recalled Due to Fall Hazard; Manufactured by Babboe B.V.
•  MM Products Recalls JoyJolt™ Declan Glass Coffee Mugs Due to Burn and Laceration Hazards
•  myCharge Recalls POWER HUB All-In-One Portable Chargers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Costco
•  Vitamix Reannounces and Expands Recall of Ascent Series and Venturist Series 8-ounce and 20-ounce Blending Containers and Blade Bases Due to Laceration Hazard; Offers New Repair Kit Due to Additional Injuries
•  Goal Zero Recalls Yeti Link Modules with EC8 Cables Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
•  StyleCraft Recalls Instinct Cordless Hair Clippers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
•  Head Rush Technologies Recalls TRUBLUE iQ Auto Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard
•  Orly Recalls Lavender Scented Candles in a Round Wooden Bread Bowl Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
•  Six-Drawer Dressers Sold Exclusively at Rooms To Go Recalled Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards; Violation of Federal Regulation for Clothing Storage Units; Imported by Global Home USA
•  Bambu Lab Recalls A1 3D Printers Due to Electric Shock and Fire Hazards
•  Adven Group Recalls Nap Queen Sleep Victoria Hybrid Mattresses Due to Fire Hazard; Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Regulations
•  Magnetic Chess Games Recalled Due to Ingestion Hazard; Violation of Federal Regulations for Toy Magnets; Sold Exclusively on Temu.com through Outad Good Life
•  Southern Telecom Recalls Lomi Roll-On Waxing Kits Due to Fire, Burn and Shock Hazards
•  Black Diamond Equipment Recalls Neve Strap Crampons and Accessory Kits Due to Fall Hazard
•  Retrospec Recalls Beaumont Plus ST Bikes with Disc Brakes Due to Crash and Injury Hazards
•  Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing Recalls Amana, Daikin, Goodman-Branded Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Packaged Units Due to Fire Hazard
•  Kawasaki Motors USA Recalls Engines Used in Bad Boy Mowers, BigDog, Bobcat, Cub Cadet, Hustler, John Deere and Kubota Brand Lawn and Garden Equipment Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
•  Salewa USA Recalls Wild Country Ropeman 1 Ascenders Due to a Failure to Ascend
•  SA Consumer Products Recalls Sanctuary Quick Access and Sports Afield Biometric Gun Safes Due to Serious Injury Hazard and Risk of Death
•  Good Earth Lighting Recalls More than 1.2 Million Rechargeable Integrated Lights to Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; One Death Reported
•  Sling Carriers Recalled Due to Infant Suffocation and Fall Hazards; Violation of the Federal Safety Regulation for Sling Carriers; Sold on Walmart.com through Joybuy Marketplace Express
•  Spectrum Brands Pet Care Recalls Pet Fur deShedding Conditioner Due to Risk of Exposure to Bacteria

If you believe you recently purchased a recalled product, stop using it, and check its recall notice (linked above for all products). Then follow the notice’s instructions, including where to return the product, how to get the product fixed, how to dispose of the product, how to receive a refund for the product, or what steps must be taken to receive a replacement product.   

To view recalls issued prior to June visit the Consumer Protection Safety Commission website.    

The Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) announced today the hiring of Clark Smith as director of the Indiana Grain Buyers and Warehouse Licensing Agency (IGBWLA).

A southern Indiana native, Smith was raised in Brownstown, IN. He and his wife now manage and oversee a family Angus cattle herd near Greenfield, IN. Smith attended Indiana University for his bachelor’s degree and graduated from the Kelly School of Business at Indiana University in 2019 with a Master of Business Administration focused on marketing and data analytics.

Previous to ISDA, Smith spent his professional career with Corteva Agriscience in crop protection management.

ISDA Director Don Lamb is excited to welcome Smith to the team.

 “Farming is a financial business with a lot of risks. The goal of IGBWLA is to help mitigate some of those risks and ensure financial security and stability,” said Lamb. “We are looking forward to Clark’s expertise and knowledge in leading this very important division, for our department and our state.”

As director of the agency, Smith will be responsible for managing staff and overseeing the agency’s statutory obligations, which include approving new license applications and the auditing of Indiana’s commercial grain operations.

He will also serve as chairperson of the Indiana Grain Indemnity Corporation Board of Directorsand work with local, state and federal agencies, as well as the private sector, to better understand the needs of Indiana’s grain purchasers.

“Agriculture has been a huge part of my personal and professional life, and I am excited to begin the journey of public service and give back to this dynamic industry,” said Smith. “The Indiana Grain Buyers and Warehouse Licensing Agency has dedicated staff who keep the industry top of mind. I look forward to learning from them and working side by side with the ISDA team and stakeholders in all parts of Indiana, both Indianapolis and all the cities and towns that make Indiana great.”

Smith is a Greenfield Central school board member and Riley Festival board of directors member. He is also a 10 year 4H member from Jackson County and a former Jackson County Cattlemen’s President.

Outside of work, Clark and his wife Debra spend most of their time raising their two young daughters and managing the family Angus herd. 

Visit www.isda.in.gov for more information about the Indiana Grain Buyers and Warehouse Licensing Agency.