A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of this year’s Olney Christmas Parade, despite the snowfall before and during the event. Over 70 participants braved the chilly weather to make the parade a memorable one. Below are the award winners from Saturday night’s festivities:
- Most Inspirational – 1st Place: Mt. Gilead Church
- Best Musical – 1st Place: Illinois Gas Company
- Best Use of Lights – 1st Place: Clark’s Well Services
- Best Business – 1st Place: Read’s Heating, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration
- Children’s Choice – 1st Place: Olney First Methodist Church
- Most Inspirational – 2nd Place: Olney American Legion
- Best Musical – 2nd Place: Rock Dojo
- Best Use of Lights – 2nd Place: Summer Solutions Travel Agency
- Best Business – 2nd Place: Joe’s Pizza
- Children’s Choice – 2nd Place: Double T Hot Oil Service
- Queen’s Choice: Country Barn Christmas Trees
- Mayor’s Choice: Rolling Thunder Illinois Chapter 3
A special thank you to all parade participants, walkers, and those who made the event possible. We look forward to seeing you all again next year!