Winners of Lake Almanor’s Fourth of July Parade Float Competition Announced

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The Lake Almanor Area Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of this year’s Fourth of July parade float competition, with the Mt. Lassen Community Church taking first place, Seneca Healthcare District in second place, and the Lake Almanor Community Church in third place. The event also featured a fireworks display, costing around $30,000, funded by donations and months of fundraising by the chamber. Additionally, the Rotary Club of Chester held its annual Fourth of July Duck Race, a fundraising event that supports scholarships for local high school students.

Chamber of Commerce Announces Parade Float Winners

The Lake Almanor Area Chamber of Commerce revealed this year’s Fourth of July parade float winners: Mt. Lassen Community Church secured first place, while Seneca Healthcare District and Lake Almanor Community Church bagged second and third respectively.

The chamber lauded the floats’ ability to showcase the community’s spirit. They also extended their gratitude to grand marshal Cheri McIntire, who played a vital role in this year’s parade. Seneca Healthcare District’s double-decker pontoon boat with a water feature, decorated patriotically, took center stage, celebrating the theme, “Waves of Freedom.”

Seneca Healthcare District representatives expressed their gratitude for the community support and described the parade as a display of community spirit, connection, and hometown pride.

Annual Fireworks Display

The Lake Almanor Area Chamber of Commerce received numerous positive remarks regarding its annual fireworks show over Lake Almanor. The spectacular display costs nearly $30,000 each year, funded through months of fundraising. The chamber encourages everyone who enjoyed the show to donate as every dollar helps in keeping the tradition alive.

Rotary Duck Race

The Rotary Club of Chester organizes its annual Fourth of July Duck Race down the Feather River from the Chester Park bridge every year. This year’s winners were Chelsea K., Richard S., and Ed S. This event has dual benefits as it allows participants to win prizes and fund scholarships for local high school students.

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