CASSOPOLIS — A local favorite contest will be returning to the Cass County Fair this year.

The Cass County Fair will host a draft horse pulling contest at 7 p.m. Monday, July 29 at the north end of the fairgrounds in the Draft Horse Ring. The entry fee for the contest is $30, and trophies will be awarded to first place and horsemanship.

“Many generations can relate to how these beautiful horses have worked in the past on the farms and youngsters are in awe of their pulling power,” said Cass County Draft Horse Superintendent Sara Heuer. “There are lots of young people coming up that are trying their best to fill the boots of their predecessors. It is so nice to see this sport carried on by the younger generations.”

Those interested in helping to sponsor the premiums for the pull can contact Heuer at the fair’s draft horse barn during the week of the fair.

“We look forward to seeing you on Monday night,” Heuer said. “Come and watch these gentle giants compete.”