Startin bashes his way to first combine derby win

The 25th anniversary of the Lind Combine Demolition Derby proved to be successful as the rain stopped and allowed spectators and competitors alike to enjoy the afternoon event.

There were 23 combines entered into the competition and every contestant received monetary funds to help pay the expense of the combines and travel to the event.

In Heat No. 1, eight combines filled the arena to kick off the head to head competition. First time competitor and Ritzville resident, Palmer Phillips, earned first place during the heat.

Travis McBride received second place in the first heat and Julie Schrum,...