Continuously serving Kosciusko County since 1854
PIERCETON - Fun, entertainment and a special celebration is planned this weekend for Pierceton Days.
Observing 125 years of service, the local fire department is hosting Firefighter Games on Sunday.
Firefighters from all over the state will converge at the Pierceton Elementary School parking lot Sunday. The games include a Challenge Obstacle Course for single and team competition and a waterball tournament.
Participation in the games is restricted to firefighters and their families. The public is invited to watch.
Regular events for the annual festival begin today at 4 p.m. with the Lions chicken barbecue and DJ Terry's tunes. The American Legion will host Bingo games at 5 p.m. Also at 5 p.m. is the Car and Fire Truck Show.
At 8 p.m. the Nostalgia band will play five decades of rock 'n' roll.
On Saturday, EMS personnel will hold a 7 a.m. pancake breakfast in the community building.
The Lions Club serves sweet corn in Brower Park beginning at 10 a.m. and gospel music will be played in the park.
The Kiddie Tractor Pull starts at 1 p.m. at National City Bank.
The Inclognito Cloggers perform at 2 p.m.
The "Preserving The Past, Protecting The Future" parade begins at 3 p.m. and the Presbyterian Church cake walk begins at 4:30 p.m.
Several events start at 5 p.m. - a watermelon fest at Lake City Bank; Bingo at the American Legion and a garden tractor pull on Mill Street.
Powerhouse performs at 8 p.m.
All day events for Friday and Saturday include Beer and Jessop Rides, pony rides, food stands, craft booths and a pretty baby contest.
