The annual Christmas in the Pines Parade took place on Saturday to the delight of the multitude of visitors that lined the streets of Jonesboro. There were a bevy of floats and decorated vehicles that helped those in attendance enjoy the festive atmosphere and also vied for the title of being in their respective classes. See below for the winners of each group as judged by representatives of the Jackson Parish Chamber of Commerce as well as the winners of the Best Decorated Christmas Tree. 

Best Business Float

1st Place: Indigo Salon
2nd Place: Barksdale Federal Credit Union
3rd Place: Flynn’s

Best Church Float

1st Place: Centerpoint United Methodist Church

Best Family & Friend Float

1st Place: Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Department
2nd Place: Richard Lowery
3rd Place: Jackson Parish Bowhunters

Best Car/Truck

1st Place: Amber & Clay Bryant
2nd Place: Erin Humble
3rd Place: Alice McWain

Christmas Tree Contest Winners

1st place – Christmas Candyland
2nd place – Fishin Tree
3rd place – Grinch
4th place  – Royal Christmas