From pageant queens to funny clowns, the Florida Strawberry Festival Grand Parade had something for everyone. The almost two-hour parade trekked through downtown and ended at the festival.
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PHOTO GALLERY: Grand Parade cheer and dance
From pageant queens to funny clowns, the Florida Strawberry Festival Grand Parade had something for everyone. The almost two-hour parade trekked through downtown and ended at the festival.
Continue ReadingPutnam speaks at Strawberry Salute breakfast
Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam joined Farm Credit of Central Florida directors, Florida Strawberry Festival directors and the Strawberry Queen at the annual Strawberry Salute Breakfast March 2. This is the 19th year in a row the Bartow native has attended. This year, he spoke on his goals for the upcoming legislative session. “As we […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Hunter Hayes
Hunter Hayes put on an energetic show at the Florida Strawberry Festival Sunday, March 1. The 23-year-old took a selfie with some fans. After singing some of their favorites, the fans rushed the stage with the Queen and her court leading the way.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Strawberry Festival Grand Parade Bands
From pageant queens to funny clowns, the Florida Strawberry Festival Grand Parade had something for everyone. The almost two-hour parade trekked through downtown and ended at the festival.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Grand Parade Luncheon
The Florida Strawberry Festival hosted a luncheon in honor of the day of the Grand Parade, Monday, March 2, at the HCC John R. Trinkle Center. Sponsors and participants were greeted by festival directors, Mr. Berry and the Strawberry Queen and Court, and each guest received a strawberry sticker. The Walker Boys provided live music as […]
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Strawberry Festival March 1
After the rain disappeared overnight, Sunday, March 1, at the Florida Strawberry Festival saw plenty of guests come out to celebrate. From the pioneer village to rides on the midway, there was plenty to see and do.
Continue ReadingPHOTO GALLERY: Baby Contest
One of the cutest moments of the Florida Strawberry Festival is the baby contest. Parents proudly parade their little ones around stage to be judged for categories like most beautiful, most handsome, biggest eyes and best diaper.
Continue ReadingFestival’s FFA exhibit winners announced
The Florida Strawberry Festival announced the winners of the annual FFA exhibit competition Saturday, Feb. 28. In this year’s contest, Plant City FFA won first place, Turkey Creek FFA won second place, Tomlin FFA won third place and Marshall FFA won fourth place. Brandon FFA, Durant FFA and Strawberry Crest FFA all won awards of […]
Continue ReadingWinners of swine showmanship competition announced
After the youth swine show on the Florida Strawberry Festival’s opening day, the showmanship competition began. Instead of the animal being judged, the showmen are judged on how well they can present their animals to the judge. Senior: Carlos Curnow II Morgan Sodders Reagan Messick Intermediate: Grace Gainer Madison Smith Marissa Zolna Junior Chance Christie […]
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