Get those fingers and toes ready to count the pigs
As tradition calls for, Friday will be the ever-popular count the pigs edition of the newspaper. Count the number of times you see the words hog, hogs, pig, or pigs for your chance at the $100 grand prize. Pictures of pigs are also included in the count.
Friday is also the time to enjoy our Customer Appreciation Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. During that time the newspaper will be serving free hotdogs, drinks and cupcakes. You can also register for a freezer giveaway at our office during those hours.
The first two years of Pig Day have proved to be a time of fun and happiness. In addition to the $100 giveaway, three country hams and three subscriptions to the Standard will also be given away. And there’s always the fun pig facts to consider.
Did you know the largest pig weighed over 2,500 pounds and stood over 5 feet tall?
Pigs are also extremely intelligent – even more apt at picking up tricks than dogs. Scientists have found their grunts have specific meanings, allowing then to communicate to each other.
There are also famous pigs such as Miss Piggy from “The Muppet Show” and Piglet from Winnie the Pooh.