April 23, 2024

National Skillet Throw Championship to be held

MACKSBURG — It is time for the 40th National Skillet Throw Championship competition. Round up a five-member team to practice your skill of hitting the target “dummy’s” head.

The competition will start at noon June 20 with sign-in time at 11 a.m. The 2014 champion team “Filthy Five” of lndianola will be present to defend their title.

Modified rules will be announced at sign-in time.

The festival day will start at 10 a.m. with a parade, in which everyone is invited to participate.

Also, there will be a flea market all day, pedal pull, pie auction, and “Games Unlimited” for the children, which includes a duck pond, spin art, sand art and more.

Bring the family and lawn chairs, enjoy the entertainment and root for your favorite team.

For more information, contact Georgena Breakenridge at 641-768-2471 or 641-344-6065.