Rain doesn’t dampen Territory Days attendance

fire. there are only two hours left to attend the 41st annual territory days festival. despite some rain and clouds this weekend, they say they’re on pace to match or exceed the record number of visitors to the event. this year’s cool, wet spring has many people eager to get outside … and have fun. vendors and local merchants say they’re happy with what they’ve seen so far. “the only time it’s disappointing is when it’s raining nonstop and lightning. otherwise, everybody always still comes out. this year, people are really coming out because the weather’s so good. last year, we had a lot of rain. the little rain showers do great for the shops up and down the avenue bcause it kind of drives the people in. they need to get dried out, but then the rain lets up, and so they’re ready to hit the street again.” a special memorial day ceremony and a moment of silence, was held this afternoon– to honor fallen service men and women.