The Midwest Old Threshers Reunion in Mt. Pleasant opens today at McMillian Park, South of Mt. Pleasant!  Tour the grounds on a steam powered train, take the trolley to the log village and enjoy re-enactments from the past, catch up with train robbers and shoot outs in the North Village, and lots of great food, antiques, tractors, and much more.  Admission for children 10 and under is free, multi-day admission is $40, and one-day admission is $15.  Grandstand Entertainment on the KILJ Stage features Dylan Scott-tonight.  All shows begin at 8pm and are free with paid gate admission.  For a complete list of events and daily programs, access the Old Threshers website: www.oldthreshers.org

The Mt. Pleasant Chamber of Commerce 44th annual Crafts in the Park will be held from 9am – 6pm in Central Park.  The event hosts over 90 vendors including artists, growers, and antiques, vintage, up-cycled items, home decor and more!

The 78th annual Tri-State Rodeo in Ft. Madison, Iowa is around the corner – officially starting on Wednesday, September 9th and running through September 12th!  Today’s pre-rodeo activity is a Chili supper from 5pm – 7pm at the Rodeo Grounds. For a list of activities, times, and information, access www.tristaterodeo.org or click HERE.