Members of the Ardmore Volunteer Fire Department preparing for the 6th Annual Truck and Tractor Pull to be held Saturday, July 14, are from left, front row, Cheston Riddle, Tyler Smith, Lacy Smith, Luke Ferguson, Levi Martin; second row, Eric Wells, Dion Duffey, Melody Duffey, Leslie Riddle, Nina Martin, Angie Ferguson, Sonya Martin, Kelsi Martin; back row, Ann Martin, Donnie Goodman, Dennis Goodman, Tim Toone, Jeff Riddle, Timmy Martin, Mike Ferguson, Justin Martin, Rickey Duffey, Allie Cagle, Kriston Cagle, Bo Sylvester and Trey Sylvester. (courtesy photo)

Sixth Annual Ardmore Fire And Rescue Truck And Tractor Pull
Slated For July 14-15

by Dwight Turner

It’s that time of year again, when the roar of screaming engines and the cheers of enthusiastic fans will be heard drifting from John Barnes Park in Ardmore, TN. On Friday, July 14 and Saturday, July 15, Ardmore Fire and Rescue will host its Sixth Annual Truck and Tractor Pull.

Festivities began at 7 PM both nights.

This year’s event promises to be the best yet and will feature a wide variety of powerful trucks and tractors. According to Ardmore Fire Chief Tim Toone, this year’s pull will include: 6,200 pound two-wheel drive trucks; 6,200 pound open four-wheel drive trucks; Pro Street four-wheel drive trucks; Pro Stock four-wheel drive trucks; 6,000 pound Super Stock tractors; 8,000 pound Super Stock tractors; Super farm tractors; and hot farm tractors.

Admission to the event is as follows: adults, $10; children 6 -12 years old, $5; children under six are admitted free. Tickets are available at the gate.