Letters to the Editor
 By  Nicole Pell Published 
12:10 pm Wednesday, August 23, 2017

Thanks to supporters of Antique Tractor Show

Dear editor,

 

On behalf of the Russellville High School FFA Chapter, we would like to say thank you to the following sponsors and supporters of the 10th Annual Antique Tractor Show held in conjunction with the Watermelon Festival: O’Reilly Auto Parts, Franklin County Chamber of Commerce, City of Russellville, Lewis Electric, Franklin County Exchange, Hester Printing, Green’s Dependable True Value, Franklin County Cattleman’s Association, Alabama Gun & Pawn, Kiel Equipment, Dependable Sporting Goods and Buford Parker and his guests for providing entertainment.

Each exhibitor received a “goodie bag” for attending. Door prizes and trophies were also awarded to the various tractor enthusiasts.

This year’s trophy winners were: David Grissom (Russellville), James Presley (Russellville), Pam Clemmons (Florence), Waymon Ashley (Moulton), Trey Tesney (Winfield), Eric Warhurst (Russellville), A.D. Halbrooks (Hartselle), Donald and Dawn Thorne (Red Bay), Junior Flanagan (Trinity) and Arlon Curtis (Tuscumbia).

Again, we thank you for your continued support of the local community and your interest in our antique tractor show.

 

Sincerely,

Donnie Nichols and Mike Powell

Russellville High School

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