Sep. 4—While the extreme heat may have deterred some visitors, it didn't stop the competitors who celebrated the Labor Day weekend by participating in the annual Wisconsin State Horseshoe Tournament held this year at Carson Park.

"The event was an absolute delight. Year after year, this event has the warm ambiance of a family reunion, with the joy of reconnecting with friends and the thrill of competing for a state title," said Fred Taylor, Wisconsin Horseshoe Pitching Association (WHPA) marketing and publicity director for the event.

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