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Winder Announces Christmas Parade Float Winners

Local businesses were recognized for their originality and creativity following the recent holiday parade.

The city of Winder paid tribute to local businesses this week by announcing Christmas parade float winners following the holiday event hosted downtown last weekend.

As the procession made its way down Broad Street on Saturday, Dec. 3, Mayor Chip Thompson, city council members and parade viewers had an opportunity to witness the creativity and originality of floats thoughtfully designed by local businesses and organizations.

Among the winners were the , and Bethlehem First Preschool and Kindergarten. Bringing home the top honor of Mayor’s Choice Award was 211 Inert Landfill and Waste Disposal.

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Letters will be mailed to each of the winners Friday, Dec. 11, with the official announcement and instructions.

Congratulations to all the winners and special thanks from the city of Winder to those who took part in this year’s Christmas parade.

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What was your favorite float during last weekend's Christmas parade in Winder? Tell us in comments.

E-mail any photos from the parade to barrow@patch.com

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