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Wednesday, July 24, 2013
Westerner Days ends on high note Story and photos by Jenna Swan/Red Deer Express The five-day fun-filled extravaganza that Central Albertans have come to know and love has once again come to an end. Although the weather was exceptionally well for the majority of Westerner Days, Saturday night was shut down around
storm that left RCMP evacuating the 10:30 p.m. due to a storm ncluded tthe he Centrium filled with Dean Brody grounds which included concert-goers. he evacu uation, Westerner Days attendees Aside from the evacuation, ys of mid dway rides, all-day shows, nightly received five days midway on races, and yummy treats as far as the eye pony chuckwagon could see.
FERRIS WHEEL FUN Robbie Dodds and his daughter Kaddi, 7, enjoy the view from the Ferris wheel.
GOATS GALORE - Christopher Paradis helps seven-month-old daughter Candace play with goats at the Red Barn Petting Zoo.
NIGHT TIME SWING - This long exposed shot of the midway at night shows the swings in full action as they go up and down as well as the Ferris wheel and the Ring of Fire.
STATUESQUE - Using a unique blend of the improvisation and audience participation, The Copper Cowboy was entertaining to both adults and children.