Full speed ahead toward fun days at Dakotafest

Janelle Atyeo
Aug 14, 2019
Aug 14, 2019

Dakotafest Pedal Pull — Kids’ events at Dakotafest include the pedal pull contest, a coloring wall and a dog show. Visitors of all ages enjoy walking the grounds to see exhibits.
Tri-State Neighbor photo by Janelle Atyeo

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It’s Dakotafest time once again, and the three-day farm show will bring the latest farm equipment, useful information and a bit of fun to the Schlaffman farm east of Mitchell, South Dakota.

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Dakotafest Walking — Tri-State Neighbor photos by Janelle Atyeo

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Janelle is editor of the Tri-State Neighbor, covering South Dakota, southwestern Minnesota, northwestern Iowa and northeastern Nebraska. Reach her at jatyeo@tristateneighbor.com or follow on Twitter @JLNeighbor.