KennyKon XXV - 7/28/2014

The 25th annual KennyKon convention was held on Sunday, July 27, 2014 at Kennywood Park in Pittsburgh, Pa. The event was organized by the American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE) which is an international non-profit organization dedicated to the enjoyment and preservation of roller coasters.

Rob Derman of Fort Lee, N.J. helps himself to toppings during Sunday's KennyKon XXV at Kennywood Park. The event opened with Ice Cream for Breakfast during morning registration at the front gates and proceeds benefiting the Give Kids The World charity.

Members of ACE enjoy exclusive ride time on the Jack Rabbit roller coaster during Sunday's KennyKon XXV at Kennywood Park. Jack Rabbit was constructed in 1920 and is best known for its signature 70-ft. double-dip element.

Members of ACE enjoy exclusive ride time on the Racer roller coaster during Sunday's KennyKon XXV at Kennywood Park. Racer is one of three "mobius racer" coasters left in the world in which the single track doubles back on itself creating the illusion of two separate tracks.

Members of ACE enjoy exclusive ride time on the Thunderbolt roller coaster during Sunday's KennyKon XXV at Kennywood Park. Thunderbolt honored as an "ACE Roller Coaster Landmark" during a dedication ceremony at the park.

ACE National President, David Altman (left) and ACE Regional Representative Bill Linkenheimer III, both of Pittsburgh, Pa. unveil the new plaque honoring the Thunderbolt as an "ACE Roller Coaster Landmark" during Sunday's KennyKon XXV at Kennywood Park. Kennywood is the only park in the world to feature three such coaster landmarks, the others being Jack Rabbit and Racer.

Members of ACE tour the Union Railroad property during Sunday's KennyKon XXV at Kennywood Park. The park recenty acquired the old property and converted it into storage area for the time being.

Frank Golden of Pittsburgh, Pa. plays a game of Chuckle's Challenge during Sunday's KennyKon XXV at Kennywood Park. Convention attendees were given the opportunity to take part in a contest in which they play midway games for points.

Allegheny Mountain Madness - 7/28/2014

Allegheny Mountain Madness was held on Saturday, July 26, 2014 at Lakemont Park in Altoona Pa. and DelGrosso's Amusement Park in Tipton, Pa.. The event was organized by the American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE) which is an international non-profit organization dedicated to the enjoyment and preservation of roller coasters.

Ricky Drop of Morgantown, W.Va. (left to right), Tina Napotnik-Sepcic of Gibsonia, Pa., Adam Carlini of Coraopolis, Pa., and Adam Napotnik of Gibsonia ride Leap The Dips during Saturday's Allegheny Mountain Madness event at Lakemont Park. Leap The Dips is the oldest operating roller coaster in the world and was constructed in 1902.

Mike Homza of Pittsburgh, Pa. participates in the Gary Baker Memorial Miniature Golf Tournament during Saturday's Allegheny Mountain Madness event at Lakemont Park. Gary Baker (deceased) was a long-time employee of Lakemont and the park's miniature golf course was a special passion of his.

Chase Fiore and Elena Marziale, both of Pittsburgh, Pa. ride the Yo-Yo swing ride during Saturday's Allegheny Mountain Madness event at DelGrosso's Amusement Park.

ACE Western Pa. Regional Representative Bill Linkenheimer III of Pittsburgh, Pa. draws names for door prizes after dinner during Saturday's Allegheny Mountain Madness event at DelGrosso's Amusement Park.

Fayette County Fair - 7/27/2014

Kevin Maraugha of Connellsville rides the swings with his daughter Morgan, 11, Friday evening at the 60th annual Fayette County Fair.

Fayette County Fair Queen Emily Kurilla of Point Marion crowns Tylar Gluvna, 1, of Dunbar Sunday afternoon at the 60th annual County Fair in Dunbar Township.

Adriana Angelo, 9, of Smock feeds a goat in the petting Friday evening at the 60th annual Fayette County Fair.

Michael Ortlip, 14, of Perryopolis and his beagle-mix, Sparky, participate in Friday's 15th annual Fayette County 4H Dog Show at the 60th annual Fayette County Fair.

Aimee Love of Scottdale washes her family's brown swiss cow, Tink, Friday evening at the 60th annual Fayette County Fair.

Cooper Johnson, 4, of White Oak warms up for Monday's motocross competition at the 60th annual Fayette County Fair in Dunbar.

Sophia Bendishar, 7, of Uniontown models a sun dress she made during her summer class at Come Sew With Me during Sunday's 4H Fashion Show at the 60th annual Fayette County Fair in Dunbar.

Anna Stewart, 10, of McClellandtown tells a joke during Sunday's El Gleno Grande comedy show at the 60th annual Fayette County Fair in Dunbar.

John Klein of Monongahela performs "In God's Word" Sunday afternoon at the 60th annual Fayette County Fair in Dunbar. Klein has been singing gospel music for over 40 years.

Dance For Dreams - 7/20/2014

Karrie Kishel-Roberts (left to right), Jecelyn McClintock and Kelly Judy of the Phoenix Arts Center Teen and Young Adult group perform "Say Something," an anti-bullying ballet number, during Saturday's third annual Dance For Dreams Festival at the State Theater in Uniontown.

Maria Caruso, founding artistic director for Bodiography Contemporary Ballet Company, performs an improvisational piece during Saturday's third annual Dance For Dreams Festival at the State Theater in Uniontown.

Claudia Machesky, 8, of the East End United community Center takes first place in the "Shake Your Tutu" dance-off competition during Saturday's third annual Dance For Dreams Festival at the State Theater in Uniontown.

Storey Square Concert Series - 7/7/2014

Wally Lipp "The Dancing Machine" of Uniontown dances along to "In The Mood" by Glenn Miller during Monday's opening night of the 2014 Storey Square Summer Concert Series in Uniontown. Sponsored by Fay-Penn's Buy Local Program, the Concert Series features local bands performing every Monday evening at Storey Square.

Katelyn Rose Ritenbur of Normalville and Tyler Hough of Connellsville perform "Red High Heels" by Kellie Pickler during Monday's opening night of the 2014 Storey Square Summer Concert Series in Uniontown. Next week's local band is scheduled to be Jaguar Mountain Rundown.

Fireworks Over Fayette - 7/6/2014

Jaali Johnson (left), 7, and his brother Javon Petrillo, 6, of Uniontown enjoy Fireworks Over Fayette event on Sunday, July 6, 2014 at Uniontown Mall. The annual event has been sponsored by the Fayette County Chamber of Commerce for over 20 years.

Happy Fourth of July! (video) - 7/4/2014