2008 Christmas Parade Winners:

Best Overall – Academy of Careers & Technology - DECA

Religious: 1st – United Methodist Temple;
2nd – Appalachian Bible College;
3rd - St. Francis de Sales Youth

Organization: 1st – Pinecrest Hospital;
2nd – Raleigh County Housing; Authority; 3rd – 4-H Silver Spurs

Business: 1st – Sam’s Club;
2nd – U. S. Postal Service;
3rd – Curves for Women

School: 1st - Teel Educational Center;
2nd – Academy of Careers & Technology – Electrical;
3rd – LA East Preschool

Best Walking Unit - Heart of God Ministries

Best Animal Unit – Kennel Club of Beckley

Best Scout Entry – Girl Scouts 5399

Best Classic Car – Paul Blizard ’92 Porsche

Bands – WWHS, Shady Combined, Beckley-Stratton, Meadow Bridge High School, plus the Karenettes & Stratton Elementary Choir

Thanks to everyone who participated or attended!