Langdon's first-ever Pre-Blast Bash draws huge crowds, sets stage for future celebrations

Rodney O’Brien of the Kem Shriner’s drives a miniature Model-T down main street during the first annual Pre-Blast-Bash. Photo by Larry Stokke
Rodney O’Brien of the Kem Shriner’s drives a miniature Model-T down main street during the first annual Pre-Blast-Bash. Photo by Larry Stokke

What began as an idea to bring Independence Day festivities back to Langdon quickly turned into one of the community's biggest events of the summer. The inaugural Pre-Blast Bash, organized by the Langdon Area Chamber of Commerce, exceeded expectations on July 2 as hundreds of residents and visitors filled the streets, Boyd Block and surrounding areas for an evening packed with family- friendly ent…