Optimists bring back demolition derby

What could be more fun than taking an old car and smashing it into another old car? Probably not much. Especially when you get to do it in front of a cheering crowd...

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The Adrian Optimist Club is presenting a good old Smash Up Derby, as they did over 25 years ago. The south end of the Adrian city park is where you'll find the action, along with scattered car parts and shrapnel, tomorrow night starting at 7 p.m.

Some 35 cars are expected to compete with drivers from all around the area with some from as far away as Springfield, Mo.

Concessions will be available. Admission is $12 for adults, $5 for children 5 to 10, and under 4 get in free. Proceeds will be used by the Optimists to continue to support youth and civic programs in our local community.