The statue of J.P. Patches was unveiled in 2008. Chris Wedes, who portrayed the clown, passed away in 2012 at the age of 84.

J.P. Patches remains a local icon, with a product line at Archie McPhee’s, a massive following on Facebook, and a certain ...

A carnival prank causes panic, a potbellied big goes on the run, and other odd tales from local police and fire departments.