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Saturday, August 04, 2012

Blessing Of Combines Returns To Snow Hill

The Worcester County seat’s salute to agriculture, Blessing of the Combines, will take place on Saturday, Aug. 4 beginning at 11 a.m.

In preparation, local farmers Byron Hauck, Bill Figgs, Roger Richardson, Buster Powell, David Shockley, Virgil Shockley, George Lee Clayville, Jack Shockley and Lee Holloway are shining up their combines for the Parade of Combines. Clerk of Court Steve Hales will introduce the keynote speaker, Delegate Mike McDermott.

Hundreds of folks gather for this annual celebration of agriculture, strolling Green Street’s booths, visiting Bank Street’s craft and food vendors, learning from Scales and Tales, checking out antique tractors and garden tractors, and taking a hay ride or a carriage ride.

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3 comments:

Anonymous said...

Stayed long enough to watch the parade of combines, then left due to the heat. I don't believe the turnout was as large this year. This annual event is something to see if you haven't been there before. Lots of food vendors, entertainment, farm animals, etc.

Anonymous said...

This is so dumb. Just invented by a local banker/mayor to bring in people from out of town to bring in $$$$. It's all about the money!

Anonymous said...

1:50 .. You don't know what you're talking about. It is more about bringing the community together, and it does! A lot of hard work from volunteers goes into this event. Hope to hear from some of the locals who make this happen!