RailRoad Days 2024 Parade

good afternoon everyone welcome to the Railroad Days parade the the railroad days committee would like to thank our phographer Mark Smith for taking pictures of our entries thank you to the Lions for all of your hard work getting this parade going [Music] [Music] [Music] leading the parade today are units from the Dr Police Department and Grand Chief of [Music] [Music] Police joing the pr andera days festivities is Grand native in shasi County Sheriff Doug [Music] Chapman Reed Raymond BFW coach t272 in the ambet of dur with their 1936 fire truck and 2 .5 ton Army troop carrying truck has been supporting veterans and our community since 1931 also included are the VFW Post 2272 lady atill c c c c Robert L assembly 0511 is the fourth degree of the Knights of columus it is the Patriotic degree of the order our mbers are all from sasi County our Honor Guard is carrying the American flag and our float resembles [Applause] [Music] next is the city of Duran mayor Jeff brand he is being driven by John Medi [Music] [Music] the 2024 Miss railroad gra Queen is Madison Langston and her attended is mallerie freeze Madison is the daughter of Troy Langston of Burton and cadd Kirby of games she is 15 years old and a sophomore at grander high school she has two siblings Tyler and Audrey medicine is involved in many activities such as Student Government FFA Art Club Spanish club competitive dance and the Society of High School Scholars her future plans are to study business at Clemens University Madison hes to someday own her own dance studio and share her passion of dance with younger Generations mallerie is the daughter of Beth and Kurt freeze of dur she is 17 years old and a junior at Durand area high school she has two siblings Tyler and Natalie mallerie is involved in many school activities including FFA Student Government National Honor Society and committe she also participates in basketball Golf and softball after mallerie graduates she finds an attempting Michigan State University into a major in either labor and delivery or anesthesiology to pursue a degree in the medical [Music] field the 2024 railroad Bay princess is AA Maynard and is the daughter of Cassandra and Sean Maynard of GE Creek era is a 9-year-old and is in fourth grade at Robert elementary school she has one brother named Henry a dog and Bella and two cats named black and white and Winnie some of aa’s hobbies include dance playing with friends swimming making friendship bre and playing video games with their little brother aera is a member of the comp competition dance team at C dance also enjoys playing red pater basketball and reder volleyball as well as a by c o the 2024 Grand Princess son of Jamie and ronman 9 years old third grade at elementary he has one sister Nam [Music] and Ranger some of J’s hobbies include amusement rides playing with friends video games Roblox and playing with his pet bugs [Music] [Music] Jif station in with grand railroad St then family free RS like a railroad time total Grandpa and Dad uncle and brother all aboard zero jce away from the old roundhouse town was engine Symphony with train whistles foram on5 over World Tour of Michigan sarian Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Candace wolf has been chosen as a 2024 citizen of the Year Candace is the executive director of the grand Chamber of Commerce vice president of the DBA and the Durand area high school graduate she is being driven by a foundation member Bruce Benson the Durand Area High School Marching Band railroaders are directed by [Music] Ryan the Durant Mar railroaders are the are 15 time state champions and nine time State Runner UPS from the Michigan competition stand Association and have participated in every nbca mcba state finals competition Inception the band is proud to represent Grand area school the City of Grand and the in the railroad next is one of the Fantastic sponsor pfcu they have a location all across Michigan as far east isint as far west is calonia pfcu is proud to be a part of the community and provide the financial products our members need to reach success we continue to help people aeve their financial CFCU Union is Crow with all female race team in the last days the race team 38 the pmcu cars driven by Mom Bobby Joe and number 88 of 51 cars are driven by daughters Kennedy and RI join us on Saturday at the alas Speedway and them [Applause] on next is a alley Town Club or Z members are fun loving gers of Joy they love to bring smiles to your faces and bring kids Giggles each town has created their own face costume and personality some T balloon animals and some f paint par and parties are their favorite activities give a smile and a high five when you see aah Cathy School of Dance has been in business for over 40 years current director and owner Rebecca zic zonic Love transition from student to owner over 10 years ago Cathy School of Dance Prides itself on providing excellent dance education for over 200 dancers each year dancers from cath School of Dance complete regionally and are headed to Orlando for Nationals in all dancers perform in an annual spring recital the dancing staff at KSD loves to have a great time in classes building skills and relationship and positive environment next is the Cub Scouts from P 84 and dur they serve as kindergarten through fifth grade boys and girls in the Durant Byron and surrounding areas we enjoy lots of indoor and out outdoor events and community service to create a well-rounded future generation check out Facebook page for upcoming events and how to [Music] join next is the Boy Scout Troop 84 of Durand they’ve been servicing the Durand in surrounding areas for many years provide fun handson learning experiences for young adults these current Scouts are on their way to becoming Eagle Scouts we can be seen providing support in our community in multiple ways any 6th through 12th grade boy interested please check us out returning to the prade this year are the Girl Scouts area 307 troops from the Duran Byron areas new to the parade this year is the Durand Youth Tier this group is for kids grade kindergarten through six and signups are the week of May 20th next week the Durand High School railroaders Robotics are the first robotics comp comp comp competitive team they are supported by local team partners of Riverside Market K Chiropractic Vernon inters agency MJ mayor computer repair XYZ ction Services Coffield oil and S [Music] snow back this year is the grand nazarine church it’s a new day at Grand nazarine church with the new pastor family Pastor Nate and Liz gray the grand nazarine Church loves our city and we are looking for ways to better serve our community we are here for you come find a place to belong be loved they are been they have been in serving dur for over 100 years and praising God for our [Music] eternity next is the B cop lioness liance Club please join them later tonight for an unforgettable Bingo night in the graph event Camp from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with cs priced at just 25 cents each it’s an opportunity for everyone over the age of 18 to participate the payout for each game will be half of the proceeds from the current game feel free to come and go as you please throughout the evening 100% of money raised goes back to the community Through donations and service project Duran lioness Lions Club proudly serving the band CR and Duran Community next we have Brenton driving his late grandfather Michael Douglas’s classic car a 1971 PTI Lamar riding with Brent is his wife KLA Brahman Brockman Tyler’s mom Lisa is also riding along in the gra plus their dogs Luna and Michael next we have Brent W driving a great grandfather Michael dou classic car a 1971 Pontiac L man driving with Brent is next we have Bryon driving his late grandfa Michael Douglas’s classic car a 197 with BR is his wife Heather and their 5-month-old son Rowan returning this year is Darren wri riding his classic 1985 old cutless Supreme riding with Darren is his wife cage and his family ling up today with his 1920 9 Ford Model A open pickup drop returning to the parade this year is Richard H driving the 1829 Ford Model A rumble seat [Music] 2 next is Christine echoer and she is driving a 1970 oldmobile cutless rally 350 its color is saing yellow with orange and black striping this car was made in man Michigan is considered an orphan as oldmobile is no longer [Music] around next is Brad Gil driving is 1970 Chevrolet elino Super Sport 454 Brad is a member of the grand Cruisers car club next is Dave long driving his 2007 silver Corvette Dave is also a member of the grand Cruisers car club next is Robin amadon driving her 1973 Plymouth Barracuda Robin is a member of the grand Cruis car club next is Ed H driving his 1966 chy Anda and is a member of the dur Cruis new to the parade this year is Jason and pette do driving their 2003 Corvette and 2008 eight smart car they are also a member of the Dr Cruisers car [Music] club new to the parade this year is Jim Thompson driving his sparkling red 1988 Corvette Jim is a member of the Duran Cruisers car club this is a 1969 Chevrolet Shel with the Suns Choice Trophy winner at the 2019 Richard to onic cars for cancer car show it is divident owned by Don and Maria hugin best friends of Rich to May is brain cancer awareness month remember to go gray in May new to the prade this year is Jason root driving his 19 78 CH new this year is Berle Gilbert driving his 2004 s ver new this year is David driving his 1980 white Corvette this is the car’s original paint new this year is ly murach driving his 2001 red wf6 TransAm next is state representative Brian B gold Brian is currently serving his first term in the Michigan House of Representatives the 71st house district comprises the majority majority of kosi County including Durant and Vernon house tip along with Southern Saga County and Western Gennesse County he has been working very hard during his first term on issues like election Integrity immigration and Border Security National Security with Chinese manufacturing and land ownership in Michigan along with steadfast efforts of Defense defend your second amendment rights the 2024 Blueberry Festival Queen is Frankie Hurst and report is Emily Dinsmore the annual Monro Blueberry Festival of the third weekend in August please come join us for the fun [Music] [Music] introducing 8 the Youth of Duran Church of God come check out your youth group that meets every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. their vision is you shall receive the power according to act 18 we invite all youth ages 12 to 19 to come check out 8 in the gymnasium at Duran Church of God looking for more we also memorize we also have available children’s church every Sunday at 11: a.m. children enjoy learning Timeless Bible stories memorizing sculpture and playing games that Inspire kids to give glory to God lastly we invite you to join us every Sunday at 11:00 a.m. or Wednesday at 7 p.m. for worship as we celebrate the hope and love of Jesus hope to see you soon [Music] [Music] [Music] next is the grand Area Youth baseball and softball Association they are nonprofit B fall and softball organization has been serving the community of grand for over 40 years they are they also serve the surrounding areas of Vernon lenon bankr and more they welcome boys and girls from 3K through 11th grade of all skill levels sign up start annually in February their season WIS April to Mid July follow them on Facebook for more detail [Music] next is Judge Tom Zan and his reelect judge digan campaign Jud Sigman has 12 years of experience and his family has served Sai County for three generations he is seeking your vote returning to the parade this year is lucky P they are located in the montro Plaza in our own by [Applause] [Music] wi C [Music] [Music] [Music] yeah [Music] Vicky yeah Jan name huh I don’t know on Facebook it’s Livingston so I don’t [Music] know just say your first name [Music] over here the 2023 shyi County Fair Queen is Emma challender Emma is the 18-year-old daughter of Robert and Nicole Emma is a 2023 graduate of Cora high school and she attended MSU beginning last fall to pursue its degree in agriculture food and natural resources in her Spare Time Emma enjoys showing her swine throughout Michigan playing tennis and teaching others how to show swine Emma is currently serving as the Michigan FFA region for State vice president Emma is involved in Boots and Bales for H club and is a junior fair board member em is sponsored by dber transp transport the 2023 Queen attendant is Michaela she is a daughter of Mike of bankr the 2023 graduate of Corona High School she has continued her education at MSU for Liv stop Michaela is an active member of 48 NHS and participated in the varsity girls track and field team Michaela shows her beef and slime at shasi County Fair and has shown horses in the past as well in his SP time she likes to cre be creative work with her for project and spend time with friends Michaela is being sponsored by orway Body [Applause] [Music] trap great next is the Duran soccer club region 814 AO soccer club serving Duran by Ron gains in the surrounding area our vision is to provide world class youth soccer programs that enrich children’s lives AYSO soccer is available for children 3 to 5 years of age check out their website at a814 org [Music] [Applause] Jeffrey [Applause] the lodes of grand is a vibrant life Senior Living Community providing assisted living and memory care to help people thrive remember if Mom and Dad need a hand come down to The Lodges of [Music] Durant new to the parade this year Scott Corner Scott is shasi County’s current elect prosecutor and is running for re-election prosecuted coroner was appointed by Jud Stewart in April of 2020 and elected in November of 2020 Scott is married to Kelly corer and has two children Caitlyn and Zachary who both attend Lindburg schools prosecutor corer is committed to serving the citizens of syasi K and fighting for victims of crime vote in the primary August 6th 2024 to Scott Corner prosecutor herwood Festival royalty are young ladies from all around shasi County the festival takes place the first four weeks of June in alasa Michigan and honors James Oliver cwood and all of his accomplishments and contributions to alasa miss perood Festival of 2024 is Marissa Rose Marissa is a daughter of Scott and Becky Rose she attends the University of Michigan at an Harbor where she is majoring in mular cular developmental biology she’s member of the woman in science and engineering resident program at U ofm and spends a free time watching football going to the gym listening to Taylor sth and hanging out with her family friends and dog Duncan Miss kerwood Festival team 2024 is Madison St Madison is the daughter of Wendy and Joe STW she attends aaso high school and is a majorette for the aaso Trojan marching band Madison is a member of The Varsity dance team as well as a member of the was FFA she enjoys spending time dancing at Alicia Dan cheat and working out at Fitness Coliseum she likes going to school events participating in activities in the AAS Community as well as spending time with friends and family including her twin sister McKenzie Madison is humbled and honored to represent the cwood festival in aasa community the cwood festival started in 1977 with a river race we are now have parade Carnival talent show Mr aaso contest and as always our loving loyalty the 2024 cwood Festival is June 6 through the night in alaso next is Tony Newman and his committee the to reelect Tony Newman for siasi County dream commissioner First Congregational Church is located at the point of Daga and Wasa Street and has been a part of beautiful downtown Duran since 1896 we wish everyone a great railroad days and invite everyone to worship with us Sundays at 10:00 a.m. in person or on Facebook have a great time today and God bless Durant returning to the parade this year is a shasi County Democratic party float decked out in party colors and carrying ready to engage with the community they are here to represent local Democrats and share their dedication to democratic values and active citizenship sasi County Dems would like to invite you to their new headquarter at 820 West Main Street in aaso to learn how you can be a part of creating positive change in our Community new to the pray this year’s shyi County Strawberry Festival Queen Emily Livingston and Princess Ruby Ruby thanks Emily goes to lburg Community College work full-time at an elementary school and love spending time volunteering Ruby is the daughter of Ashley and Ruben Y and is first grader this year the Strawberry Festival is held June 15th and 16th at the sh wasi County fairg grass the festival offers many diverse art and craft show items pie eating contest HEI sheds food truck and car show locally grown fresh from the farm strawberry grown just over the festival to us next this year at our Festival going next is the Duran Global Methodist Church we are located at 100016 East Newberg Road in Durand we are promoting our be VPS which his them is a family for VPS come join in the fun back again this year is the LL C Reynold they are familyowned and operated and have been glad to serve Duran in the surrounding area since 2007 call us for your open housee Family reunions birthday parties and now we are doing weddings next is Douglas E Corwin Jr Doug is running for court judge of chosi County election on November 5th 2024 Durand is where Doug first started his Law Office new this year to Durand is our taxi service catch these two fantastic taxies anytime and they will give you a free ride to any location [Music] [Music] returning this year is Mark no and his 7.5 gauge Freight plane built by John no in 1956 it is powered by 5 horsepower briding track and engine it was a way for him to participate in the local Christmas trade in his hometown of rad domigan over the years the running and maintenance of this F has become a well- loved family tradition handed down to his children and grandchildren returning to this this Year’s parade is the Duran Eagles auxiliary Eagles 385 one they are an international nonprofit organization and our motto is people helping people turning to the parade this year is Miss Davidson 2023 Isabella stepin and Miss Davidson Court Kenzie Workman and Bri Brianna straw they represent Davidson in the Festival of flags the festival is held the second week in June and Davidson is is the city of flages Miss Davidson scholarship pageant has been crowning Excellence since 1938 the pageant is one of the oldest pageants in Michigan has awarded over $36,000 in scholarships the Davidson Area Chamber of Congress is one of the oldest Chambers in Michigan having formed in 1951 the chamber is a number of a member of the community events including the flag Festival these these ladies travel throughout the Michigan area representing Davidson and promoting the Festival of flags [Music] returning to the parade this year is risen Life Church of Durant they are a fellowship of individuals and fam seeking to share the love of Hope and Christ with the community we are Christ centered and family focused offering worship futuring hints and contemporary music and bible studies with resources for all ages we strive to reach those in need through our community closed closet special needs Ministry and our Outreach communities including Operation Christmas Child our commission our mission is to provide a safe and supportive place for your family to learn and grow in their faith your family matters you belong here [Music] [Music] I’m not Jamie [Music] that’s no keep it up it up no you said it’s an [Music] activity finish the star that’s not where youing smoking that sit down you got to sit down Buba [Music] [Music] [Music] [Music] the new to the parade this year shasi County and aging they would like to invite you to come and be a part of senior community by promoting while being independent and socializing through our activities and breaking bread together [Music] returning to the parade this year is David ctis cage company representing the company is driver Terry Woods and the 2025 Western Star this truck is capable of hauling loads grossing 165,000 lbs Davis cage has been in business since 1941 providing Transportation warehousing and Logistics [Music] birth yeah it’s a birthday Dr [Music] next is an entry for friends with Robert H the committee to elect Robert 8 for sasi County prosecuting attorney Robert is the cure choice to restore Justice to sasi County and appreciate their support in August primary [Music] [Music] you don’t get next is the First Baptist Church of Durand the church is faithful to the scripture with a caring congregation we have vacation bible school in July for kids during the school year we have released Bible time club for the elementary students you’re welcome at First Baptist Church [Music] [Music] [Music] new to the parade this year is the sanctuary New Beginnings Church they are non- denominational church located in the Old Red Schoolhouse on South Oak Street in Durant next is the committee to elect Matthew Shepard if you are tired of the same old same old with government please elect Matthew Shepard as the great Thomas Jefferson once said tyan may only have a foothold when people when people of good con do nothing Matthew believes that we the people must stand together against tyan and fight for our Liberty please vote for Matthew shepher I you didn’t get I [Music] next is the high school Durand High School girls softball team coached by andriana hammer and Coach Ken this 2024 season has been built on intent intentionality our girls are growing both on and off the field we have girls that are striving in all different areas and it is such a privilege to watch this program girl keep up the hard work ladies it will always pay off we always the people the people people we the people are in charge of government not the other way around next is the Duran high school girls tennis team coached by Nicole Carpenter the girls won the mmac league championship this year the girls also played second at the Regionals and are going to compete at State good job girls [Music] next is the dur High School clay target team and they are competing for the sixth year with the Michigan High School clay target League they have 50 Area students that shoot track ski and sporting plays at the Grand Sportsman Club the sport is offered to any High any student 6th through 12th grade and if anyone is interested in joining the team please contact the grand High School athletic office the American Red Cross chasi service center located at 1480 North M21 f 1 in alaso Michigan serving your local community the Red Cross provides Community disaster education and Disaster Response Services the disaster team uses the emergency response vehicle that you see here in the parade to service families impacted by disaster the Red Cross also conducts more than 80 blood drives per year in tawasi County collecting over 3,700 units of blood we train community members and life safety skills the Red Cross makes a difference around the world across our country and down the street in our neighborhood the shasi area transportation agency orada or sounds like Kata serving citizens of all ages in the year 20 2000 T currently provides more than 107,000 passenger trips per year for residents in shy Wy County Tata will pick you up at your home and take you to work or play to the doctor’s office football practice movies daycare shopping and getting home from school whether you want to get across town or across the county K can help K operates Monday through Friday on a reservation basis only call for more information for safe affordable friendly transportation for everyone in your family cata today new to the parade this year is Taylor Tree Service serving counties in lower Michigan including shasi new tree Works Runner done call the number on the trucker trailer you can also find us on Facebook just look for the pine tree in the picture this here are Riders from the victory B Spiker Church International they are non denominational Christian Church of bik bikers or bikers it is our desire to be a church home for bikers from every motorcycle club or Ministry independent Riders and also non Riders alike we invite you to join us Sundays at 11:00 a.m. next is the heart of Michigan antique tractor Club they are dedicated to the restoration of antique tractors all manufacturers brands are represented in the club club members are mostly local farmers of sasi County The Trackers are in their original workf Clow some are restored to so fast conditions [Music] deny Valley tracker Collector Club they are established in 1990 to promote the interest of the public in preservation and restoration of antique tractors their accessories thank you for everyone coming out for the grand railroad base parade happening downtown we have pillowcase tie dying by row it’s sped by row Professional Service Company event in the event free we have the railroad based an P treasure hunt Main Street East of the chi Square in front of the Road Professional Services Company activity tent fre sponsored by AC Agency insurance and XYZ land State Supply uh this evening 6: to 8 in the um Activity The roow Professional Service activity test sponsored by Riverside Grand is K the stat Walker and we have fre face training beautiful baby contest is tomorrow morning helicopter rides for all weekend pry practical is 1:00 on Sunday ending our trade is the vered fire and rescue and the grand fire and resue focus on the Fire oh [Applause] [Applause] [Music] w w [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Applause] [Applause] oh