DAYTON - After two successful years of Mule Mania, one of Dayton's new­est summer events, two local charities are reaping rewards from the weekend.

The Columbia Rural Elec­tric Association donated $500 each to the Dayton Food Bank and Project Timo­thy as a token of gratitude and support for the two groups.

The money was raised during the Mule Mania golf tournament, organizer Doug Krueger said.

"It was a fun event," Krueger said. "Usually the winner donates the winnings to the food bank."

While presenting a check to the food bank, Columbia Rural Electric Association CEO Les Teel said the dona­t...