Record attendance at Pearl Bluegrass on July 4

By early afternoon, the Bluegrass Kitchen had run completely out of food. Lines were stretched down the hallways of the former school with hungry guests. Courtesy Photo/Leo Corona
By early afternoon, the Bluegrass Kitchen had run completely out of food. Lines were stretched down the hallways of the former school with hungry guests. Courtesy Photo/Leo Corona

Even with the unbearable heat, hordes of Bluegrass music enthusiasts made the journey to the small community of Pearl in southwestern Coryell County to celebrate the fourth of July at the Pearl Community Center.

The event director, Jeffrey King, was amazed at the number of people who were in attendance for the event which included a fish fry provided by Sorry Boys BBQ. Also, there was a homemade ic…