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HANCOCK, Mich. — Superior National Bank & Trust has signed on to be the presenting sponsor of Bridgefest 2017. The 30th annual edition of the festival celebrating the Portage Lake Lift Bridge will take place June 15-18.
Highlights of Bridgefest include a parade, live music and food at the Ray Kestner Waterfront Park and the only summer fireworks show in Houghton and Hancock.
“This is an opportunity for Superior National Bank & Trust to support a great event that local people love,” said Dave Vlahos, SNB’s President and CEO. “Those local people are our employees and our customers who make this an excellent community to live in.”
Superior National Bank & Trust, which was founded in 1890, is a long-time supporter of Bridgefest. The bank’s increased presence coincides with the event’s 30th year.
“We’re thrilled to have SNB on board as a presenting sponsor of this year’s Bridgefest,” said Ryan Towles, Bridgefest Committee Chair. “Their unique ties to our local community made them a natural fit. Their support, along with backing from many other local businesses and individuals, allows our committee to put on the best event we can for our community.”
The full schedule of events and opportunities to be involved in Bridgefest 2017 will be available soon on the event’s website, www.bridgefestfun.com.
