The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Wacipi is this weekend, and SMSC is opening its grounds for everyone to join in.

What's happening: Wacipi, commonly known as powwow and meaning "they all dance" in Dakota, is an annual Native American celebration of life.

Background: The event was traditionally held at the end of a season to celebrate a good hunt or important event — "a time to gather, share, reflect and thank the Creator," according to SMSC.

What to expect: Over a dozen dance competitions in full regalia, drum circles, honorary songs and traditional ceremonies called "Specials," which usually celebrate a specific individual.

• Native American artists will also sell traditional beadwork and other handmade goods.

Yes, but: Remember to be respectful. The arena has a grassy, sacred area that's blessed for the gathering — don't travel through it or play there.

• Photography is also not allowed during some ceremonies.

Details: Wacipi continues today and tomorrow at SMSC; times vary. Free!

• 📍 3212 Dakotah Parkway, Shakopee.

Check out a clip from a dance ceremony last year on our Instagram

Which Midwest state fair has the most creative, wackiest and potentially grossest food? I asked our friends at Axios Chicago and Axios Des Moines to share some of their fair food finds.

• Here's a quick look at what other states have to offer.

🌶️ Iowa State Fair: Reporter Linh Ta tried a Flamin' Hot Cheeto funnel cake — mild spice, lots of nacho cheese sauce and a few jalapeños on top.

• "Not bad, but I'll stick with a sweet rather than savory funnel cake."

🧀 Illinois State Fair: Reporter Monica Eng ordered a rainbow grilled cheese with layers of colored colby jack cheese on crispy Texas toast.

• "No taste difference — just colorful."

🍗 My pick: Nordic Waffles' "Chicken and Macaroni" from last year's fair wins for creativity. A spicy drumstick on a bed of mac and cheese, wrapped in a waffle? That's innovation.

• Yes, but: I docked a point for execution. It's very hard to eat.

Keep an eye on next week's newsletters for my official new fair food reviews.

🎟️ We're giving five followers Minnesota State Fair tickets! I explain how to enter on our Instagram.

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🇺🇸 The Fargo school board will reinstate reciting the Pledge of Allegiance at its monthly meetings following backlash from conservative lawmakers and citizens. (US News)

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Disco Death Records, a new combination record store and coffee shop in south Minneapolis, might have the most demonic menu in the metro.

• I tried the Satan: a cold brew with horchata, bitters and maple syrup. It was fantastic.

📍 Visit: 721 26th St. W., Minneapolis. Open daily from 7am-7pm.