100 newcomers among Dakotafest’s 541 vendors

Promoters are in high spirits as Dakotafest begins today, thanks to an increase in new exhibitors that are expected to provide attendees with a greater variety of displays.
Todd Benz, manager of Dakotafest, said 541 vendors were signed up on Monday morning for the three-day event, which features equipment displays, demonstrations, seminars, entertainment and political forums.

By: Austin Kaus, The Daily Republic