ELMWOOD, WI – UFOs, music, movies—and a lot of heat—descended on Elmwood last weekend as the village celebrated its 46th Annual UFO Days. Elmwood has embraced its 46 years of UFO Days Celebrations – whcih has brought more attention to this quiet village—including a 2023 article in the New York Times—drawing visitors from near and far.
New this year was the debut of the “Ugly Truck Contest” on Friday, July 24. The winners of the first annual Ugly Truck contest were: 1st – Don Brunner, 2nd– David Anderson, and 3rd -Greg Stark.
The Pierce County Historical Association had their “Elmwood’s UFOS in the News” display available again this year, in addition to their new county military display. The republication of Lavern Flanders’ book on the history of Rock Elm was also available for purchase.
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