The Tri-County Journal
& Chattahoochee Chronicle
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Buena Vista, GA 31803
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(From the Nov. 8, 2006 issue)
   The Beautiful View Garden Club and the Buena Vista Lions Club want to thank the residents of Marion County and surrounding areas who helped to make this year's Rural America Festival a great success.
   The parade was successful and included many children, adults and vehicles. Special thanks go to the Marion High School Band who marched in the parade and also entertained the crowd with a concert. The groups of people who sang throughout the day added to the festive atmosphere.
   This year cash prizes were awarded for decorated floats. First place winner was the 4-H Club. the second place winner was the float sponsored by New Providence Baptist Church, and the Buena Vista Social Club Chicken Shack won third place. Local groups are encouraged to make plans for next year's parade.
   There were many people who returned to their hometown for a nice day on the Marion County Courthouse Square. Although the weather was cool and brisk there was a good festival atmosphere all day. Judy Williams reported that 60 booths were reserved and that the crowd was large. The abundance of good food and a variety of arts and crafts helped to provide an enjoyable day for all who attended. Children were entertained by several venders. The Buena Vista Lions Club reported selling all of their pork barbecue and the Auxiliary of Magnolia Manor of Marion County was able to sell all their baked goodies early in the afternoon.
   The clubs also wish to thank Sheriff Horace Snider for taking care of the cleanup and the Buena Vista Police Department for their help throughout the day. Donna Scott sends a big thanks to Clifford Waller and members of the Scott family for their help with the parade.
   All residents are reminded that this is an annual festival which is always scheduled for the first Saturday in November. Hopefully next year the festival will be even larger and better if more residents participate.
   -- Submitted by Ann Howell of the Beautiful View Garden Club.