The Times - Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley

Drivers passing through downtown Dayton this Christmas season have been greeted by Santa Claus, showing off the town's new antique tractor, which is on display in front of Flour Mill Park. The tractor was donated to Dayton's All Wheels Weekend event by Bill and Michele Konz, of Dayton (shown in this photo with Santa). It's a 1939 Farmall Model M, made by International Harvester, and it runs like a top.

All Wheels Weekend Committee Chair Bette Lou Crothers says the event committee is planning to keep the tractor as a town icon in tribute to local farmers. The tractor will be put on display for local events and holidays throughout the year.