Langford lived up to its slogan, “The Biggest Little Party in Northeast South Dakota,” as crowds gathered this past weekend for the annual Summer Fest. With events ranging from poker runs to tractor pulls, and a car show that drew vehicles from across the region, there was something for everyone to enjoy.
A highlight of the weekend was Vollie Ann Williams’ 90th Birthday Bash. More than 100 guests joined in the celebration.
The Golf Cart Poker Run attracted 60 participants and 28 UTVs, with three local hosts helping run the event. Adam, grandson of Bruce Loeb, claimed the top prize, and the Langford Fire Department was named the nonprofit beneficiary of the event’s proceeds.
The Texas Hold’em Tournament and saw 38 players compete. Wayne Wegleitner took home the winning title, and the Langford Community Foundation benefited from the event.
In a show of strength and teamwork, the Fittest Farmhand Competition featured four teams battling it out. Jacob Wegleitner and Arnold Louw were crowned the winning duo.
The Shriner’s Battle of the Bags bean bag tournament included 22 teams, with the top prize going to the Deutsch family.
Tractor pulling fans were treated to a showcase hosted by Cory Bremmon and the Brown County Old Time Tractor Pullers, drawing plenty of cheers.
Tractor pull results-
2700#: 1st- Cory Bremmon, 1942 Case VAC, 31.52; 2nd- Dallas Dinger, 1948 John Deere, M, 21.96; 3rd- Abby Kramer, International B, 11.97.
3200#: 1st- Jim Smith,1940 International H, 43.10; 2nd- Lester Merkel, 1954 International Super C, 40.90; 3rd- Cory Bremmon, 1942 Case VAC, 39.96.
3700#: 1st-Jim Smith, 1940 International H, 132.32; 2nd- Jerry Bauer, 1950 John Deere B, 113.90; 3rd-Lance Fliehs, 1950 John Deere B, 41.87.
4500#:1st- Cory Bremmon, 1953 Allis Chalmers WD-45, 219.60; 2nd- Bryan Pence, 1948 Case DC, 206.53; 3rd- Omar Swartzendruber, 1942 John Deere A, 200.69.
5500#: 1st-Bryan Pence, 1948 Case DC, 267.96; 2nd- Bobbie Potts, 1959 International 460, 263.35; 3rd- Omar Swartzendruber, 1942 John Deere A, 257.58.
6500#: 1st- Lance Fliehs, 1959 John Deere 730, 210.16; 2nd- Cory Bremmon, 1959 Case 800, 206.95; 3rd- Bryan Pence, 1949 Minn. Moline U, 196.8.
7500#: 1st- Lance Fliehs, 1972 John Deere 4320, 261.18; 2nd- Jerry Bauer, 1955 John Deere 4320, 243.92; 3rd- Bob Potts, 1959 International 560, 240.75.
8500#: 1st- Bob Potts, 1959 International 560, 162.39; 2nd- Jerry Bauer, 1955 John Deere 70, 159.47; 3rd- Cory Bremmon, 1959 Case 800, 159.18.
10,000#: 1st- Lance Fliehs, 1972 John Deere 4320, 220.15; 2nd- Tayler Person, 1956 John Deere 720, 192.06; 3rd- Austin Benda, 1941 International W9, 161.61.
Exhibition ( over 10,000# and over 4 mph): Tucker Bohl, 1976 International 1566, 276.71; Tayler Person, 1965 International 1206, 192.75; Tucker Bohl, 1968 International 856, 170.21.
Sunday’s Car Show wrapped up the weekend with 86 entries spanning multiple classes. Winners included:
Chevy Class: 1st – Terry Wolters, Enderlin, ND – 1961 Impala; 2nd – Doug McHugh, Huron, SD – 1969 Chevelle SS.
Ford Class: 1st – Lance Waddle, Webster, SD – 1965 Mercury Comet; 2nd – Robbin Plesak, Max, ND – 1974 Mercury Cougar XR7.
Mopar Class: 1st – Dave Hoops, Ferney, SD – 1969 ½ Dodge Super Bee Six Pack; 2nd – Moby Kristofferson, Langford, SD – 1973 Dodge Challenger Rally.
Street Rod Class: 1st – Johnny Ercink, Lake City, SD – 1930 Ford Model A; 2nd – Mike Wilfang, Aberdeen, SD – 1934 Plymouth Coupe.
Antique Class: 1st – Tom Schumaker, Britton, SD – 1931 Model A; 2nd – Cody Schuelke, Britton, SD – 1959 Dodge Coronet.
Pickup Class: 1st – Glen Enstad, Aberdeen, SD – 1945 Chevy ½ Ton; 2nd – Tom Schumaker, Britton, SD – 1952 Ford F3.
Open Class: 1st – Bruce Merkel, Andover, SD – 1972 International Harvester; 2nd – Jeremiah Hurst, Andover, SD – 2024 Toyota GR86.
Buick/Olds/Pontiac Class: 1st – Lynn Jensen, Claremont, SD – 1971 GS Stage 1; 2nd – Ken Reinbold, Aberdeen, SD – 1964 Buick Riviera.
Motorcycle Class: 1st – Kenny Gruba, Grenville, SD – 1972 Harley Davidson Sportster; 2nd – Mike Swenson, Langford, SD – 1976 Hodaka Wombat.
Participant’s Choice Award went to Doug McHugh of Huron, SD, for his 1969 Chevelle SS.
Plan ahead for next year’s Summer Fest on July 24-26, 2026.
