Town of Jonesboro becomes Christmas Wonderland in the Pines

The town of Jonesboro turned into the Christmas Wonderland in the Pines when the annual production of one of north Louisiana’s renowned holiday celebrations opened a month long of festivities on Saturday.

The delightful day for young and old alike began with the commemorating of Grand Marshal, Wesley Horton, who then along with representatives of area schools, churches, civic organization and businesses took part in the traditional Christmas parade.

Attendees to the gala event were also entertained by vocal performances by the youth of Cornerstone Christian Academy, North Hodge Assembly of God Children’s Choir and the Gifted and Talented musicians of Jackson Parish schools. Local recording artist Hank Staples also gave a concert in the Pocket Park and climaxing the festive day was the traditional fireworks display which lit up the night sky as did the millions of lights that adorned the downtown area.