The City of Salyersville, The Magoffin County Historical Society and The Magoffin County Fiscal Court proudly presents:
Magoffin County Founders Day 2021
September 1 – 5, 2021
Honoring Our Hometown Heroes
This year, we will be honoring our HOMETOWN HEROES: the essential workers and businesses that continued to serve Magoffin County during the uncertain times of the COVID-19 Pandemic.
In addition, we would like to acknowledge the Adams and Prater families. They were the 1st and 2nd families to be recognized and honored for their contributions to the development of our county.
Food, Craft, and Activity booths set up in designated downtown areas Wednesday morning. Contact Paul Howard at 791-3256 for details.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
(All events held at Prater’s Fort Cabins, downtown Salyersville, and The City Park)
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Opening Ceremony
6:00 p.m.
With the Magoffin Co. DAV, Mayor Pete Shepherd, Magoffin County Judge Matthew Wireman, and Pastor Jack Howard
Baby Contest
(For children ages 0-3 years)
6:30 p.m.
Directors: Abbie Conley, Jessica Howard, Theresa Dotson, and Lisa Preston
Mrs./Ms. Magoffin Pageant
8:00 p.m.
Director: Tanika Mcfarlan
Thursday, September 2, 2021
Little Miss & Master Pageants
(For children ages 3-12 years)
6:00 p.m.
Directors: Tonya Ward & Lisa Swiger
Miss Teen Magoffin County Pageant
8:30 p.m.
Director: Tanika Mcfarlan
Friday, September 3, 2021
Annual 4-H Pet Show
Sponsored by the Magoffin County Extension Office
10:00 a.m.
Magoffin County School Events
12:00 p.m.
Director: Charlotte Gillum
Talent Showcase
Open Mic-Everyone Welcome
6:00 p.m.
Director: Tonya Ward & Lisa Swiger
Miss Magoffin County Scholarship Pageant
8:30 p.m.
Director: Jincy Bailey
Saturday, September 4, 2021
Kiwanis 5K Race
Sign up 8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
Race at 9:00 a.m.
Starts at the Catholic Church on Parkway Drive
Run is free and everyone that participates gets a free t-shirt
Sponsored by: Kiwanis
DAV Dedication
Honoring Henry Joseph
10:00 p.m.
Magoffin County Community Center
Vendor Mall
Salyersville National Bank lot adjacent to City Park
10:00 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Sponsored by: Rainbow Girls
For more info: Rhonda Howard 606-496-5450
Holiness House of Prayer
2nd Annual Founders Day Car Show
Salyersville City Park
Registration 10-12
Awards at 2:00 p.m.
Music and Food
Founders Day Parade
1:00 p.m.
“Honoring our Hometown Heroes”
Parade under the direction of the Salyersville Fire Department and the Magoffin County Rescue Squad
Live Music at the City Park
3:00 p.m.
Bring your own lawn chair
Sunday, September 5, 2021
10:00 a.m.
Church Services at Pioneer Village Church House
With John Blanton
Sponsored by: The Magoffin County Historical Society
