The Southern Gospel trio Ponders, Sykes and Wright will perform today at the Heartland Homecoming national talent search.
The event begins at 9 a.m. and lasts throughout the day at Bavarian Halle in Fruitland. About 90 different performers will compete for a $1,000 first place prize.
The Southern Brothers and the MacGruders will also perform tonight.
Tickets for the event are $8, or $5 with the purchase of a ticket for the June 19 Gaither Homecoming concert.
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