Demo Derby thrills

It was an evening of crashing and bashing last Saturday night as the Thermopolis Demolition Derby took over the fairgrounds.

Joseph Martin outlasted the other drivers to win the $3,000 first place prize. Wyatt Ramsey claimed the second place prize of $1,500 with Randy Maynard coming in third and Chase Mead finishing fourth. The Mad Dog Winner was Payton Gonzalez.

The Truck Derby portion of the night featured eight trucks in a single heat. Riley Shaffer took first winning $1,500 with Kyle Larson coming in second and Alan Woodward taking third.

Kids between the ages of four and 10 participated in the Power Wheels Derby, showing there is plenty of interest in being a derby driver, even at a young age.

Drivers making it to the winners heat include: Rob Laing, Chase Mead, Randy Maynard, Wyatt Ramsey, Jordan Martin, Casey Seiloff, Joseph Mall and Austin Gallant.

The Prettiest Car Contest, voted on by applause and cheers from the crowd, was won by Randy Maynard.