Columbia county fairgrounds 'Make-a-Difference-Day' set for May 18

The public is invited to join the Columbia County Friends of the Fairgrounds (CCFF) and 200 volunteers from the Latter Day Saints church, region-wide, for “Make-a-Difference-Day” on May 18 from 8 a.m. - noon.

The fairgrounds and facilities will receive a major clean up and repair, according to Julia Mead, President of the CCFF.

Some of the tasks include interior and exterior painting, cleaning and repair of the west grandstands and providing for general maintenance and repair.

Anyone interested in helping can pick up a volunteer application at 341 E. Main St. in Dayton.

Donations are also being accepted to help with the cost of paint.

For more information about volunteering to work, or about donating to the cost of paint, contact Liz Carsons (509) 382-2480, or Chelsey Mann (509) 520-9485.

Kelly Fulbright is the local contact for the region-wide draw of volunteers associated with the LDS church and he can be reached at (509) 382-5885.