05/24/2026
Yesterday on the trail took us to Milan, Missouri for the kickoff of the Oldtimers Memorial Day Weekend Celebration, and what a great start it was!
Spent the day visiting with folks from all across North Missouri and Southern Iowa. Enjoyed sampling several different styles of food prepared by many amazing groups, always fun tasting plates from all over the world. The car show was outstanding, and I think I may have found a new campaign manager in my nephew!
I even spent some time in the dunk tank for the Milan Chamber of Commerce fundraiser, always a pleasure to support organizations that do so much for our local communities. Afterward, we stopped by the Milan Elks Lodge to dry off and visit with more friends. Got a great picture with Mindy Chapman, the car show organizer, an incredible job once again, and the show keeps growing every year!
We wrapped up the day at the Milan Old Timers Rodeo. It was well attended, a big success on night one, and full of chances to visit with both old and new friends. Even got a photo with my longtime friend and rodeo clown entertainer Tadpole Dennis!
We’re just getting warmed up on the trail, keep an eye out, because we’re going to be busy. Hope to see you out there soon!