Steve Skaggs, president of Main Street Nevada, gave us an enthusiastic introduction to the many features of the 38th Lincoln Highway Days celebration in Nevada August 26-28. It is starting with a Thursday night Block Party and outdoor movie, followed by the usual festival rides and vendors, as well as the parade on Lincoln Way and the nationally famous rodeo. Gina McAndrews gave us an inside picture of the rodeo as a former member of the ISU Rodeo Club. Janice Gamon gave us a glimpse of the history of the Lincoln Highway told through Interpretive panels. Ames Middle School Teacher and parent Erin Bettazza gave a preview of the first day of school. We closed out the show with Paul Wierson's family experiences with Bill Riley Sr. and Jr. and the development and planned continuation of the "Bill Riley Talent Search." long after its founders have retired.
