Sikeston 2011 Cotton Carnival

Jill Bock, staff

Sikeston DPS and the Honor Guard kick off the parade.Jill Bock, staff

Members of the Sikeston High School band are reflected in the tuba.Jill Bock, staff

Two youngsters watch the parade go by.Jill Bock, staff

In addition to candy and beads, the American flag was a popular handout during the parade.Jill Bock, staff

Aria Parker, the 2011 Cotton Carnival queen, reacts to the crowd after winning the title.Jill Bock, staff

The parade featured twirlers of all sizes.Jill Bock, staff

A dance troupe shows their hip-hop moves.Jill Bock, staff

Politicians walked the route with their supporters, some of whom decided to ride.Jill Bock, staff

The Cape Girardeau Roller Girls were a hit with the crowd.Jill Bock, staff

A member of the Puxico Band waits for the whistle to begin performing.Jill Bock, staff

Sometimes being on a float is just too much for some participants.Jill Bock, staff

Even cool morning breezes couldn't damper the crowd's enthusiasm.Jill Bock, staff

The Kelly High School Band performs for the crowd.Jill Bock, staff

Fire pup has fans at the parade.Jill Bock, staff

There are all kinds of soldiers to salute in the American Legion Cotton Carnival parade.Jill Bock, staff

Roscoe Vaughn served as the 2011 parade marshal.Jill Bock, staff

A Dexter cheerleading group entertains at the Miss Cotton Carnival contests.Jill Bock, staff

No candy? No problem. Just throw a little hay from your float.Jill Bock, staff

A youngster waves to an approaching parade participant.Jill Bock, staff

Montgomery Bank's float include a classic John Deere tractor.Jill Bock, staff

Cub Scout Pack 36 is ready for the Pinewood Derby.Jill Bock, staff

Missouri Delta Medical Center's float was a salute to the Medal of Honor recipients.Jill Bock, staff

Bloomfield High School's marching band included a flag corps.Jill Bock, staff

A large crowd gathered on both sides of Malone Avenue to catch a glimpse of the Oct. 1 Cotton Carnival parade.Jill Bock, staff

Focus Bank adds their salute to America's military heroes.Jill Bock, staff

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