Lead Creek Derby & Gyro Days

The 70th Annual Lead Creek Derby & Gyro Days continues in Wallace this weekend.   More information can be found at the Wallace Gyros website here .  The Lead Creek Derby starts at noon at the Last Chance Bridge in Mullan where giant balls are dropped in the water.  People will then follow the balls as they float down the creek to Wallace.  (Courtesy photo)

Have you witnessed Gyro Days in Wallace?  Can you describe it to someone like me who wondered why Wallace celebrates greek sandwiches?  Does wagering take place?