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Area Gets Ready For Big Holiday Weekend
Communities Gear Up For Weekend
BY RANDY DOCKENDORF
randy.dockendorf@yankton.net
This weekend features Independence Day celebrations in a number of communities, but some towns have additional reason to celebrate.
Menno Mayor Larry Tolzin said his town’s Fourth of July events will go forward as planned despite the recent storm with featured winds of 80 mph and tree damage. The mayor credited the tremendous clean-up effort, which received a boost from area communities and inmates from Mike Durfee State Prison in Springfield.
“Everything is on the docket (for the Fourth),” he said. “The park is still a mess, but we plan to use it for the Sunday service.”
Meanwhile, a tradition will continue at Springfield, marking its 40th annual Fourth of July celebration. As usual, things are hopping with the annual frog jumping competition.
Springfield residents invite others to join the fun, said City Finance Officer Candace Grassel.
“Gary Sedlacek is putting on the fireworks show, and I would put him up against anybody in the state. He is assisted by the fire department, and he does an excellent job,” she said. “It’s a very nice presentation and normally lasts about a half-hour. People park at the marina and the road by the golf course. A lot of people watch the fireworks from their boats out there.”
The following is a roundup of area celebrations.
BERESFORD — The 125th anniversary continues through the weekend. Today (Friday) features an Air Guard Fly Over followed by a 7 p.m. concert by the award-winning a cappella group Tonic Sol-Fa. Afterwards, the street dance features the band Vermillion. On Saturday, the parade begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by a “Car Show & Shine,” local talent performances, an interactive shoot for youth and Beresford’s All-School Reunion. The two-hour patriotic “Salute to the Troops” includes an “Exhibition Rifle Drill” by former Senior Soloist Jeremiah Merriman and a “Living History Moment” and fireworks display. For more information, visit www.bmtc.net.
CROFTON, Neb. — Activities kick off today (Friday) when the Crofton Bluejays face the Wynot Expos in a 7:30 p.m. South Central League baseball game. Afterwards, the Crofton Community Club sponsors a fireworks show.
On Saturday, the Crofton Running Club will host a 5K Fun Run/Walk with a 7 a.m. registration in the picnic shelter of the South City Park. Walkers will start at 7:30 a.m., and runners will head off at 8 a.m. Persons with questions can contact Jason or Jayne Arens at (402) 388-2639.
The alumni banquet will be held in the evening, followed by the street dance from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Main Street. The Hartington band Small Town Fire is the opening act, followed by Go Figure.
On Sunday, the Jerry Steffen Memorial Golf Tournament begins at 11 a.m. at Lakeview Golf Course. Participating groups should call the course at (402) 388-4552 to reserve a tee time. Persons with questions can contact Lyle Steffen at (605) 578-7707 or e-mail lsteffen@q.com.
FREEMAN — The celebration kicks off tonight (Friday) with a public dance beginning at 9 p.m. at the softball field, featuring Mod City Gun, a rock band formed by brothers Jarod and Tyler McVay, formerly of Marion. The celebration continues Sunday with baseball and softball games beginning at noon. Sunday’s activities conclude with the amateur game between the Freeman Black Sox and Tabor beginning at 7:30 p.m. with fireworks following the game after dark.
MENNO — The July 4 events begin with the 7:30 a.m. road race registration in the Menno State Bank parking lot. The 11 a.m. parade, beginning at Fifth Street, features the theme “Freedoms Are Earned.” The FFA pork barbecue follows the parade and will be held at the Menno city-school auditorium. The kids’ games begin at 1:30 p.m. in the city park. The evening features the 6:30 p.m. amateur baseball game between the Menno Mad Frogs and Scotland, with fireworks after the game.
The July 5 community worship service begins at 10 a.m. in the city park led by the Rev. Brad Danielson of Our Savior Lutheran and Grace Lutheran churches.
SPRINGFIELD — The events begin today (Friday) begin with the Firecracker run/walk. Registration is from 8-8:45 a.m., with the event starting at 9 a.m. at the corner of First Savings Bank and Doug’s Food Center. The evening features the Bull-A-Rama at 7 p.m. at the Springfield Rodeo Grounds three miles west of Springfield on old Highway 37. The evening concludes with the Springfield Street Dance, featuring the band Go Figure from 9 p.m.-1a.m. on Main Street.
On Saturday, Springfield will host its 40th annual July 4 celebration at the Marina. The activities include vending booths from 5 p.m. to dusk, free music from 5-8 p.m., the frog jump at 8 p.m. and a fireworks display at dusk.
ST. HELENA, Neb. — The co-ed softball and volleyball tournaments will begin at 8 a.m. July 4 at the Social Club Grounds. The lunch stand opens at 8 a.m. serving rolls and coffee and a large assortment of cool refreshments, food and snacks all day. The broasted chicken and ham supper runs from 4-8 p.m. in the Immaculate Conception Parish Hall.
TRIPP — At 7 p.m. Saturday, “Thunder In The Dirt” features the Outlaw Truck and Tractor Pulling Association at the Tripp Fairgrounds. There will be fireworks following. For more information call 935-6076 or 770-7881, or go online at www.outlawpulling.com.
VERMILLION — The July 4 events start with “Fun In The Sun” from 9 a.m. to noon at the swimming pool. The Eagles Club annual duck regatta race down the Vermillion River begins at 10 a.m., starting at Dawson’s Bridge and finishing at Cotton Park. In the evening, the celebration runs from 6-9 p.m. at Barstow Park. The third annual hot dog eating championship will begin at 8 p.m. at Barstow Park. A fireworks display will be held at dusk. For more information, go online at www.vermillionchamber.com.
Menno Mayor Larry Tolzin said his town’s Fourth of July events will go forward as planned despite the recent storm with featured winds of 80 mph and tree damage. The mayor credited the tremendous clean-up effort, which received a boost from area communities and inmates from Mike Durfee State Prison in Springfield.
“Everything is on the docket (for the Fourth),” he said. “The park is still a mess, but we plan to use it for the Sunday service.”
Meanwhile, a tradition will continue at Springfield, marking its 40th annual Fourth of July celebration. As usual, things are hopping with the annual frog jumping competition.
Springfield residents invite others to join the fun, said City Finance Officer Candace Grassel.
“Gary Sedlacek is putting on the fireworks show, and I would put him up against anybody in the state. He is assisted by the fire department, and he does an excellent job,” she said. “It’s a very nice presentation and normally lasts about a half-hour. People park at the marina and the road by the golf course. A lot of people watch the fireworks from their boats out there.”
The following is a roundup of area celebrations.
BERESFORD — The 125th anniversary continues through the weekend. Today (Friday) features an Air Guard Fly Over followed by a 7 p.m. concert by the award-winning a cappella group Tonic Sol-Fa. Afterwards, the street dance features the band Vermillion. On Saturday, the parade begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by a “Car Show & Shine,” local talent performances, an interactive shoot for youth and Beresford’s All-School Reunion. The two-hour patriotic “Salute to the Troops” includes an “Exhibition Rifle Drill” by former Senior Soloist Jeremiah Merriman and a “Living History Moment” and fireworks display. For more information, visit www.bmtc.net.
CROFTON, Neb. — Activities kick off today (Friday) when the Crofton Bluejays face the Wynot Expos in a 7:30 p.m. South Central League baseball game. Afterwards, the Crofton Community Club sponsors a fireworks show.
On Saturday, the Crofton Running Club will host a 5K Fun Run/Walk with a 7 a.m. registration in the picnic shelter of the South City Park. Walkers will start at 7:30 a.m., and runners will head off at 8 a.m. Persons with questions can contact Jason or Jayne Arens at (402) 388-2639.
The alumni banquet will be held in the evening, followed by the street dance from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Main Street. The Hartington band Small Town Fire is the opening act, followed by Go Figure.
On Sunday, the Jerry Steffen Memorial Golf Tournament begins at 11 a.m. at Lakeview Golf Course. Participating groups should call the course at (402) 388-4552 to reserve a tee time. Persons with questions can contact Lyle Steffen at (605) 578-7707 or e-mail lsteffen@q.com.
FREEMAN — The celebration kicks off tonight (Friday) with a public dance beginning at 9 p.m. at the softball field, featuring Mod City Gun, a rock band formed by brothers Jarod and Tyler McVay, formerly of Marion. The celebration continues Sunday with baseball and softball games beginning at noon. Sunday’s activities conclude with the amateur game between the Freeman Black Sox and Tabor beginning at 7:30 p.m. with fireworks following the game after dark.
MENNO — The July 4 events begin with the 7:30 a.m. road race registration in the Menno State Bank parking lot. The 11 a.m. parade, beginning at Fifth Street, features the theme “Freedoms Are Earned.” The FFA pork barbecue follows the parade and will be held at the Menno city-school auditorium. The kids’ games begin at 1:30 p.m. in the city park. The evening features the 6:30 p.m. amateur baseball game between the Menno Mad Frogs and Scotland, with fireworks after the game.
The July 5 community worship service begins at 10 a.m. in the city park led by the Rev. Brad Danielson of Our Savior Lutheran and Grace Lutheran churches.
SPRINGFIELD — The events begin today (Friday) begin with the Firecracker run/walk. Registration is from 8-8:45 a.m., with the event starting at 9 a.m. at the corner of First Savings Bank and Doug’s Food Center. The evening features the Bull-A-Rama at 7 p.m. at the Springfield Rodeo Grounds three miles west of Springfield on old Highway 37. The evening concludes with the Springfield Street Dance, featuring the band Go Figure from 9 p.m.-1a.m. on Main Street.
On Saturday, Springfield will host its 40th annual July 4 celebration at the Marina. The activities include vending booths from 5 p.m. to dusk, free music from 5-8 p.m., the frog jump at 8 p.m. and a fireworks display at dusk.
ST. HELENA, Neb. — The co-ed softball and volleyball tournaments will begin at 8 a.m. July 4 at the Social Club Grounds. The lunch stand opens at 8 a.m. serving rolls and coffee and a large assortment of cool refreshments, food and snacks all day. The broasted chicken and ham supper runs from 4-8 p.m. in the Immaculate Conception Parish Hall.
TRIPP — At 7 p.m. Saturday, “Thunder In The Dirt” features the Outlaw Truck and Tractor Pulling Association at the Tripp Fairgrounds. There will be fireworks following. For more information call 935-6076 or 770-7881, or go online at www.outlawpulling.com.
VERMILLION — The July 4 events start with “Fun In The Sun” from 9 a.m. to noon at the swimming pool. The Eagles Club annual duck regatta race down the Vermillion River begins at 10 a.m., starting at Dawson’s Bridge and finishing at Cotton Park. In the evening, the celebration runs from 6-9 p.m. at Barstow Park. The third annual hot dog eating championship will begin at 8 p.m. at Barstow Park. A fireworks display will be held at dusk. For more information, go online at www.vermillionchamber.com.
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