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"Thank you to our sponsors and advertisers! You deserve a smile with a pat on the back!! It is our community to make successful, please push these local businesses. Thanks to everyone, even our parade viewers along the parade route."

Thanks to:
Grand Marshalls Gary Nale and Steve Burnett & family
Pekin Town Board, officers & staff
Washington County and Indiana State Law Enforcement & families
Pekin Volunteer Fire Department & families
Leader Publishing of Salem
L & D Mail Masters
WSLM Radio
Local businesses
All parade entries
All volunteers who helped
Queen contestants
Prince & Princess contestants
Baby contest contestants
Special guests/speakers
Watermelon and Corn on the Cob Eating Contest contestants
Entertainment
Antique and classic car clubs, motorcycle clubs
Antique tractor clubs
Duke Energy
Dollars For Solar's
East Washington School Corporation
Pekin residents
Horseshoe pitchers
American Legion Post 203
Buddy Smith
David Rockey
Debbie Humphrey
Sam Hurst
Michael Snow
Dr. Jeremy Goen
Allison Hein
Our neighbors, our community and our friends
Pekin Community Betterment Organization

Independence Sponsors:
Telemedia
Temple & Temple Excavating & Paving
YMCA
Worley Lumber
Washington County Community Foundation
Washington County Indiana Tourism

Liberty Sponsors:
RTA Playground & Construction
John Jones Automotive
Rodney Brough American Family Insurance
Marshall Monuments
First Harrison Bank
Tri Kappa
Neighbors of Southway
Southway Mobile Home Parts

Patriot Sponsors:
Lil Darlin's Daycare
Nana's This N That
Norma Jeans
The Triple G Gun Gallery
Sullivan's Feed Mill
Marshall's Fireplace, Heating and Air
Purlee Farms
Stone Pools
Hughes-Taylor Funeral Homes
Peach's Petals Flower and Gift Shoppe
Salem Wrecker
First Baptist Church

Freedom Sponsors:
Billy Martins
Walls Equipment Sales
T & S Auction
First Savings Bank
CLBB Law
WSLM Radio
H & L Door Service
Silver Fox Cafe

Pekin Community Betterment Organization

The Pekin Fourth Of July Festival would not be possible without the dedication and tireless efforts of the Pekin Community Betterment Organization.

The officers of the 2024 event were Taylor-Humphrey-Arnold, president (food vendor coordinator); Darlene Hall, vice president (queen/prince and princess coordinator); Shelby-Lain Whitaker, treasurer (publicity); Tisha Coles, (parade chairman, baby contest coordinator); and Sue Campbell, (flea market chairman).

Friends of the Pekin Community Betterment Organization include Stephanie Farmer, Pekin Storage, Wax Junkies, Pop’s Apparel LLC, Florence’s Flowers, Hoosier Trophies, Scrumdidly Sweets & Creations, Sadie B Photography, Lisa’s Tax Consultants, MJ Auto Sales, Amy Trotter, Knapp Miller Brown, The Icy Spoon, Bobbi Mitchell/New Washington State Bank, Sandy’s Custom Cakes, Main St. Meats, Photography By Michaela, Blossoming Little Blessings Daycare, Richardson Heating and Air, Salem Leader, Cooley’s Heating and Air, Straight Shooters, Eddie Gilstrap Motors, Inc.

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Abigail Shields, Website Editor

Staff photos by Abigail Shields.

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By:

Abigail Shields, Website Editor

Staff photos by Abigail Shields.

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The Borden Church of Christ is hosting Family Fun Night on Friday, July 12, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The church is located at 426 W. Water St., Borden.

A sensational evening of family fun has been planned, including a foam-tastic party with food, games, crafts and amazing givaways.

The public is invited.

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Congresswoman Erin Houchin was deeply honored to host Jason and Mandy Hughes of Osgood, Indiana, parents of the late Carson Hughes, in Washington, D.C. last week. Carson, a Jac-Cen-Del student, was a passionate outdoorsman who channeled his love for nature through the art of photography.

Carson’s art teacher posthumously submitted his photograph titled “Breakfast Time” for the Congressional Art Competition. This poignant piece not only won the 2024 competition for Indiana’s Ninth District but also earned the prestigious People’s Choice Award.

“Carson’s photograph beautifully captures the essence of nature and showcases his incredible talent,” said Congresswoman Houchin. “It is a fitting tribute to his memory that his work will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for countless visitors to see.”

Jason and Mandy Hughes traveled to Washington, D.C., to accept Carson’s award and participate in the ceremony honoring his work. Congresswoman Houchin expressed her gratitude to the Hughes family for sharing Carson’s remarkable talent with the nation.

“We are thrilled that Carson’s work is now on display in our nation’s capital,” said Congresswoman Houchin. “Thank you, Jason and Mandy, for allowing us to celebrate Carson’s legacy through his extraordinary art.”