Attendance was high despite a sweltering weekend at the annual Steam-O-Rama, south of Halltown. According to Shelley Elliott, Secretary for the Ozarks Steam Engine Association, which hosts the steam show every year, attendance was up more than 30 percent as an estimated 10,000 individuals attended the annual show at the Whinrey Homestead.
This year featured over 1,500 exhibitors per Elliott, among them was a 150HP Case, the largest steam traction engine in the world. Also on display was the J.I. Case Heritage Expo which displayed a selection of Case tractors and equipment including a Case brand car.
This year, Steam-O-Rama also featured a new addition to its entertainment repertoire, the bluegrass and open mic stage, hosted by Lindley Creek. The stage played host to multiple local bands, jam sessions and Sunday’s worship service…