Complete with wimpy Christmas tree and grand piano, the ethanol plant's float represented the Peanuts Christmas story.
By Lori Ehde
A light snow dusted the area Friday night, providing the perfect spruce-up for Luverne's fifth-annual Winterfest celebration.
Saturday dawned bright and sunny, and calm winds and mild temperatures contributed to well-attended events all weekend long.
"Everyone had a great turnout," said Chamber of Commerce assistant Lorna Bryan. "From the Parade of Homes to the craft show to the Emily concert."
She estimated this year's parade likely drew more crowds than any other Winterfest parade, and she said no one complained of cold feet.
Winterfest Committee Chairperson April Gangestad said the parade route was "packed," not only on Main Street, but all the way around by the hospital and Blue Mound Towers as well.