A vintage Allis-Chalmers tractor carrying an American flag makes its way through the Pre-Blast Bash parade. Photo by Larry Stokke
A young participant celebrates after winning a cake during the Pre-Blast Bash cake walk. The Bread Pan Bakery donated 20 cakes for the popular community event. Photo by Larry Stokke
Children enjoy the foam party during the Pre-Blast Bash, one of the evening's most popular attractions. Borderland Press photo
Chamber President Courtney Krom readies the T-shirt cannon before launching prizes into the crowd during the Pre-Blast Bash celebration. Submitted photo
Patriotic riders cruise through the Pre-Blast Bash parade on decorated mini bikes, spreading red, white and blue spirit along the route. Photo by Larry Stokke
A chalk masterpiece decorates Main Street during the Pre-Blast Bash Chalk the Walk contest. Photo by Larry Stokke
Children enjoy games and sidewalk chalk activities during the Pre-Blast Bash. Photo by Larry Stokke
United Telephone employees helped set up tables on Boyd Block for the day's events. Borderland Press photo
A young attendee is nearly buried in bubbles during the foam party at the Pre-Blast Bash, one of the day's most popular attractions for children. Photo by Larry Stokke.
Participants raced to finish their watermelon slices during the Pre-Blast Bash watermeloneating contest as Chamber leaders cheered them on. Photo by Larry Stokke
Participants test their aim during the popular hammerschlagen competition at the Pre-Blast Bash. Photo by Larry Stokke
Patriotic spirit was on full display during the Pre-Blast Bash parade as a participant sported a red, white and blue inflatable costume. Photo by Larry Stokke
A young contestant digs into a watermelon during the Pre-Blast Bash watermelon-eating contest, one of several family-friendly activities held throughout the day. Photo by Larry Stokke
Janet Schill rides down Main Street on horseback during the Pre-Blast Bash parade. Photo by Larry Stokke