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Crowds turn out for HerrinFesta parade

Herrin was crowded with people Saturday, who turned out to see another triumphant HerrinFesta parade. Led by grand marshals Frank and Vicki Colombo, the parade was filled with floats, music, school and community groups and kids of all ages.

The Southern Illinois Miners mascot, Lucky, stops to give Skylah Forez of Herrin a high-five during the annual HerrinFest Italiana Parade on Saturday. Kristin Moore photo
This clever float serves as a reminder that southern Illinois will be the center of the universe during the solar eclipse in August. It was one of many floats, school teams, churches, and sponsors of HerrinFesta that took part in the annual parade. Kristin Moore photo