Vote for the Altoona Curve's Loco to get into the Mascot Hall of Fame! Here's how
(WTAJ) — Big news! Loco from the Altoona Curve is a nominee for the 2025 Mascot Hall of Fame class!
From Sunday, May 11 through Saturday, May 24, you can vote for him every single day on all your devices! Each device is a unique vote. Just head to the Mascot Hall of Fame website.
This is Loco's first ballot, too! Mascots must be at least 10 years old to be eligible, and he turns 10 this year!
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