CONWAY — The scheduled 20th anniversary of 9/11 observances this morning in Jackson and North Conway combined with Mud Bowl’s return after a year off due to the pandemic makes for a strange combination of events today, to say the least.
I plan to cover both the ceremonies in Schouler Park and then stay put for the 38th Tournament of Mud Parade, set to begin at 10:30 a.m.
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