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Got fair fever? Big Tex can write you a doctor's note

September 4, 2023 / 7:40 AM CDT / CBS Texas

Big Tex offering doctor's notes for State Fair of Texas attendees

DALLAS (CBSNewsTexas.com) – Got fair fever? Big Tex can help you with that!

Preps are well underway for the State Fair of Texas, which kicks off Sept. 29.

If you're looking to attend during work or school hours, Big Tex is now offering a signed doctor's note. The diagnosis – state fair fever.

The fictional cowboy will even leave your boss a voice message to help you make the case for a day off.

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Fair officials note that although Big Tex isn't a real medical doctor, he does know how to prescribe a good time at the fair.

The State Fair of Texas runs Sept. 29 through Oct. 22.

Julia Falcon

Julia Falcon is a digital content producer at CBS News Texas. Julia has previously written for news outlets across Dallas-Fort Worth like the Denton Record-Chronicle, D Magazine, 1080 KRLD and 105.3 The Fan. She covers a span of topics, focusing on sports and trending topics. Every week, Julia produces a show called "Eye on Trending," where she answers top trending questions.