Efforts to build a new splash park in Olpe received a tremendous boost Saturday thanks to the annual Olpe Downhome-Days festival. Activities included breakfast at the Olpe United Methodist Church to begin the day before residents launched into a series of games, activities and competitions. From a 5K run and walk, bike ride, fishing derby, sidewalk chalk decorating, prize drawings and barbecues there was no shortage of activities to take part in. Organizer Jennifer Kimberlin says the Downhome festival elevates the sense of community that Olpe is known for.
Source: KVOE Emporia Radio
