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Wednesday, April 29, 2015

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a e l a z A l a v i t s e F Courtney Holliday 2014 Retiring Azalea Queen

A Supplement to the Democrat News

‘Azaleas in Wonderland A Disney Themed Weekend’

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2015 AZALEA FESTIVAL Flower Bed Planted At Azalea Park‌

This flower bed was recently planted at Azalea Park and contains a marker which says: “In Memory of Jean and Wayne Sherrill.”

5K Run and 1-Mile Walk ‌T h e A z a l e a Fe s t i va l 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk is Saturday.

Re g i s t ra t i o n i s f ro m 7-7:45 a.m., at Liberty Hall (East Main Street and South Mine La Motte). The race starts at 8 a.m.

The fee is $12. Registrants will receive a t-shirt (first 80 registrants, size upon availability).

Timing will be done by Cape Road Runners. Prizes include $100 cash for first p l a ce ove ra l l m a l e a n d female 5K winner; $25 cash for first place overall male and female 1-mile walk winner; trophy and medals awarded in each age bracket for top three places. Other prizes will be given away by random drawing.

The male and female

age groups are: Under 8; 8-11; 12-14; 15-19; 20-29; 3 0 -39 ; 4 0 - 4 9 ; 5 0 -5 9 ; and 60-plus.

Anyone with any questions or looking for more information should cont a c t B ra n d o n H a l e a t

573-701-5844 or brandon. h a l e @ f p s k 1 2 . o rg , Ta ra Hale at 573-783-1848, tara. hale@fpsk12.org or Debby Boone at 573783-8975 or cowaboonega@yahoo.com See Page 9B for the Registration Form.

Parade On Wheels ‌T he parade on wheels, sponsored by Fredericktown Optimist Club will be Saturday.

Sign-in is at 9 a.m. and the awards will be at 10, at the

Rotary Park Track.

The entry fee is one nonperishable food item for the Madison County Food Pantry.

Age g ro u ps a re : 3 - 6 and 7-10. Decorate any

non-motorized: bike, tricycle, etc.

Trophies will be given to first, second, and third in each division. All entries will receive a participation ribbon.

Enjoy the Weekend!

573.783.0090 • 800.780.8210 1271 West Hwy 72, Fredericktown, MO 63645

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2015 AZALEA FESTIVAL

52nd Annual Azalea Festival Foothills Car Club Car Show ‌The Foothills Car Club 53rd Annual Azalea Festival Car Show will be Saturday, on the courtsquare in Fredericktown.

The rain date is May 3, at Hardees.

Registration is 9-noon.

Judging will be noon2:30 p.m. The awards presentation will be at 3 p.m.

The entrance fee is $15 per vehicle. The judges’ decisions will be final. The host car club vehicles will be on display only. There are no trailers, loud music, or alcohol allowed. There will be drawings and door prizes.

For more information call: Steve Priest 573-315-8137 or Bill Francis 573-783-2743.

The Car Show Categories are:

Original Cars‌ A. 1900-1949 B. 1950-1959

C. 1960-1969 D. 1970-1979 E. 1980-1994 F. 1995-2015

Muscle Cars‌ G. 1964-1972 H. 1973-1989 I. 1990-2015

Street Rods‌ J. 1900-1932 K. 1933-1948

Rat Rods‌ L. All

Street Machines‌ M. 1949-1959

N. 1960-1972 O. 1973-1989 P. 1990-2015

Motorcycles‌ Q. All

Student‌ R. All

Original Trucks‌ S. 1900-1949 T. 1950-1979 U. 1980-2015

Modified Trucks‌ V. 1900-1949 W. 1950-1979 X. 1980-2015

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AZALEA FESTIVAL

WE HOPE YOU ENJOY THE AZALEA WEEKEND! Everyone Enjoy the Azalea Festival!

2014 Nu Zeta Baby Gracyn Sharp

Nu Zeta Baby Winners ‌1 9 76 - S te p h e n G i f- Parents Jackie Rehkop and ford: Parents Mike and Hansi Francis Penny Gifford 1991-Mallory Allgier: 1977-Andrea King: Par- Parents Joey and Nan Allgier ents Mr. and Mrs. Bill King 1992-Brook and Ashley 1978-Matthew Smith: Kemp: Parents Patrick and Parents Carl and Deb- Donna Kemp bie Smith 1993-Lauren Nichole 1980-T.H. Sebastian: Coke: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Parents Mr. and Mrs. Troy Coke Tom Sebastian 1 9 9 4 - E m i l y D o d d : 1981-Brandi Link: Par- P a re n t s R h o n d a a n d ents Mr. and Mrs. Ray Link Kevin Dodd

Hope You Have A Safe & Enjoyable 2015 Azalea Weekend!

From Everyone At...

2 0 0 3 - L o r e n R y a n Kinkead: Parents Gwen and Sam Kinkead 2 0 0 4 - G ra c i e L y n n Francis: Parents Tami and Bobby Francis 2 0 0 5 - E m m a We n gler: Parents Amanda and Jason Wengler 2 0 0 6 - H e i d i N i c o l e We l k e r : Parent Rachael Welker

2007-Maddison Kate Stephens: Parents Ryan and 1983-Nathan Settle- 1995-Kasey Myers: Par- Katie Stephens moir: Parents Kenny and ents Sherry and Jason Myers Donna Settlemoir 2008-Carter and Lauren 1996-Chelsey West: Par- Hale: Parents Paul Hale Jr. 1984-Annie Elders: Par- ents Bridget and Chad West and Jennifer Hale ents Tim and Cheryl Elders 1997-Katelyn Gidden: 2009-Ryley Heady: Par 19 8 5 -A s h l ey N i co l e Parent Lisa Firebaugh ents Ashley Berghaus and Vance: Parents David and Garry Heady Tracy Vance 1998-Trenton Jacob Riley Umfleet: Parents Martie 2010-Brigg Scott Hale : Parents Brandon and 1 9 8 6 - R a c h e l M a r i e and Sharon Umfleet Smith: Parents Mr. and Tara Hale Mrs. Marty Smith 1 9 9 9 - W y a t t K o l e Boushie: Parents Greg and 2011-Kevin W. Dodd II: Parents Kevin and Jenni 1987-Michael Terry: Amanda Boushie Parents Mr. and Mrs. fer Dodd Alan Terry 2 0 0 0 - O l i v i a M a r i e Klug: Parents Stefon and 2012-Aliyah Kaye Myers: Parent Kasey Myers 1988-Ann Rebecca Par- Rhonda Klug son: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Jack Parson 2 0 0 1- M aya S h ea ly n 2013-Addison Burns: Francis: Parents Hansi and Parents Shane and Natalie Burns 1 9 8 9 - J u s t i n P a u l Alanna Francis Burns: Parents James and Karla Burns 2002-MacKenzie Phil- 2014-Gracyn Sharp: lips: Parents Jason Phillips P a r e n t s We s l e y a n d Michelle Sharp 1990-Kaleb Rehkop: and Reita Myers

HAVE A GREAT AZALEA WEEKEND!

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Reservations for 1 room or the entire house are welcomed and are accepted by phone 573.783.3282 or email: auntkatsbandb@yahoo.com

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AZALEA FESTIVAL GFWC Azalea Prince and Princess Winners

‌1 9 7 9 - P r i n c e G a r y Asher: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Gary Asher; Princess Shanna Downs: Pa re n ts M r. a n d M rs.

Jimmy Downs.

1980-Prince Gregory McFarland: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Mike McFarland; Princess Julie Ward: Pa re n ts M r. a n d M rs.

Ron Ward.

1 9 8 1 - P r i n c e J a s o n White: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Rocky Stephens and Vernon White; Princess Andrea King: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Bill King 1982- Prince Robert Myers: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Don Myers; Princess Rhonda Ward: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Ron Ward.

1 9 8 3 - P r i n c e A n d y Duckworth: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Duckworth; Princess Amanda Esmon: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Gayle Esmon 1984-Prince A.J. Long: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Alan Long; Princess Ruth Ann Rauls: Parents Mr. and Mrs. John Rauls.

1985-Prince Josh King: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Bill King; Princess Melanie M iller Burks: Parents Marion Miller and Monica Burks.

1 9 8 6 - P r i n c e N i c k Goodman: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Don Goodman; Princess Marcy Hale: Parents Tex and Nancy Hale.

19 87- P r i n ce S teve n Peterman: Parents Jim and Cheryl Peterman; Princess Sarah Beth Darnell: Parents Ronnie and Karen Darnell.

1988-Prince Matthew Hamblin: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Hamblin; Princess Amy Moyers: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Moyers.

1989-Prince Brent Denman: Parents Mrs. Brenda Denman; Princess Brandi Schneider: Parents Mr. and Mrs. James Schneider.

1990-Prince Zachary Klinsbeck: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Klinsbeck; Princess Katie Stroup: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Steve Stroup.

1 9 9 1 - P r i n c e L u c a s O’Brien: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Vince O’Brien; Princess Megan Marie Johnson: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Johnson.

1992- Prince Kevin Neil Foster: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Foster; Princess Whitney Ward: Parents

REGISTRATION FORM

2nd Annual Azalea Festival Outhouse Races Sponsored by FRESH and CLEAN RESTROOMS Outhouse Registration Entry Form

Organization Name__________________________________________________________ Team Name_______________________________________________________________ Contact Person_____________________________________________________________ Mailing address_____________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ Phone____________________________________________________________________ Email______________________________________________________________________ Team Members________________________________ ___________________________ ____________________________________ ____________________________________

Please mail completed forms to the Fredericktown Azalea Festival, PO Box 693, Fredericktown, MO 63645 or email to Rdenman@mz.k12.mo.us OUTHOUSE STRUCTURE RULES

2014 Prince and Princess Greyson Garcia and June McCombs

Mr. and Mrs. Larry Ward.

1993- Prince Jeremiah Jo h n so n : Pa re n ts M r. and Mrs. Kevin Johnson; Princess Chelsey Bacon: Pa re n ts M r. a n d M rs.

Tracy Bacon.

1994- Prince Joseph A. Johnson: Parents Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Johnson; Princess Micah Schoonover: Parents Danny and Bobby Schoonover.

1 9 9 5 - P r i n c e Tayl o r Umfleet: Parents Marty and Sharon Umfleet; Princess Mallory Allgier: Parents Joey and Nan Allgier.

1 9 9 6 - P r i n c e A l e x Gibbs: Parents Anessa and Steve Gibbs; Princess Brittney Montgomery: Parents Jeff and Melissa Montgomery.

1 9 9 7- P r i n c e R u s t y Allgier: Parents Joey and Na n A l l g i e r ; P r i n ce ss Katie Steska: Parents Judy Steska and Tom Steska.

1998- Prince Taylor Whitener: Parents Steve a n d T w i l a W h i te n e r ; Princess Kelsey Armes: Parents Kiley Armes and Aaron Kennedy.

1999- Prince Kristofor Kranjec: Parents Donna and Ivan Kranjec; Princess Taylor Clark: Parents Teresa and Norman Clark.

2000- Prince Christian Sutton: Parents Brad and Beth Sutton; Princess Amber Capone: Parents Robert and Dawn Capone.

2001-Prince Levi Paul Vance: Parents Jake and Crystal Vance; Princess Taylor Capone: Parents Mark and Jackie Capone.

2002- Prince Kolby Nicholas O’Brien: Parents Patrick and Susan O’Brien; Princess Bailey Burks: Parents Gary and Melissa Burks.

2003- Prince Trenton Jacob Riley Umfleet: Parents Marty and Sharon Umfleet ; Princess Caley Burns: Parents Greg and

Heather Burns.

2004-Prince Austin Cook: Parents Brad and Jana Cook; Princess Annabeth Lane Phillips: Parents John and Janice Phillips.

2005-Prince Brett John A d a m Se p e r : P a re n ts Amanda and Joe Brown and T.J. Seper; Princess Gracie Flanagan: Parents Billy and Heather Flanagan.

2 0 0 6 - P r i n ce Noa h Korokis: Parents Ross and Kelly Korokis; Princess Alvia Grace Clark: Parents Robert and Melissa Clark.

2007- Prince Daniel William Alexander Bathe: Parents Dan and Shanda Bathe; Princess Kayleigh Slinkard: Parents David and Jessica Slinkard.

2008- Prince Dawson Buford: Parents Dereck and Julie Buford; Prince ss K ayl e e Sa l z m a n : Parents Kevin and Elizabeth Salzman.

2009-Prince Jordan Scott Collier: Parents Josh and Chelsey Collier; Princess Callie Slinkard: Parents David and Jessica Slinkard.

2010-Prince Deagan O’Brien: Parents Patrick and Susan O’Brien; Princess Katie Rohan: Parents Steven and Maria Rohan.

2011- Prince Easton Purvis: Parents Shannon and Gina Purvis; Princess Ava Penuel: Parents Chuck and Jennifer Penuel.

2012- Prince Nathanael Riley White: Parents David and Rhonda White; Princess Laynee King: Parents Gary and Angie King.

2 0 13 - P r i n ce C u l l e n Richey: Parents John and Kendall Richey; Princess Yesenia Grado: Parents Rene and Brandy Grado.

2014-Prince Greyson Garcia: Parents Sarah Garcia and Greg Garcia; Princess June McCombs: Pa re n ts C ra i g a n d Lynn McCombs.

Enjoy the Azalea Festival!

OZARK MANOR 1013 Hwy Z - Fredericktown, MO • 573-783-8338 Kristi Herbst Owner/Operator/Administrator

1. Outhouses may be built out of any solid material. There are no weight requirements. 2. Outhouses should have 3 sides, a roof, and a doorway. If teams choose to have a door, it must be secured open during the race. 3.

Windows are allowed but please do not use glass. 4. Any number and size of wheels may be used. 5. Bicycle parts are permitted but no intact bicycles are allowed. 6. Outhouses must be a minimum height of 5 feet from the floor to the highest point of the roof. 7. You must pull or push the outhouse, no motors or pedals are allowed. 8. Each outhouse must have a seat with a hole that one team member sits in during the race. The seat must be attached securely to the outhouse and the rider may hold on to some type of grasping device, which is suggested for safety reasons. 9. Each outhouse should have its name or theme displayed on the outhouse and at least one roll of toilet paper. 10. The outhouse should resemble an actual outhouse.

TEAM RULES

Up to 4 people can be on each team. One person must ride inside the outhouse and remain in the outhouse throughout the race. A helmet is strongly recommended for all participants but the team member riding in the outhouse IS REQUIRED to wear a helmet.

RACE INFORMATION The race will take place on North Main Street at the Festival Grounds. Races will start at 3:00 p.m. Free t-shirts given to registrations received on or before April 20, 2015.

PRIzES 1st place winner will receive $150.00, 2nd place winner will receive 100.00, 3rd place winner will receive $50.00

Enjoy the Azalea Festival!

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2015 AZALEA FESTIVAL

2015 AZALEA FESTIVAL

Azalea Festival Arts, Crafts Vendors ‌L ucy Alcorn: Essential Oils

Lori Randolph: Cedar Wood, Window Art

Furever Paws and Claws: Animal Rescue

C a r r i e R e v e l l e : Spoon Rings

Mary Anderson: Jewelry

Pat Riggins: Scentsy, Wickless Candles

Nu Zeta Baby Contest: Baby Contest

Justin Roth: Ducunlimited

Denise Barber: Glass Bird Feeders

Terry Sauceda: Hair Bows, Tu Tu’s

Judy Bell: Tu Tu’s, Hair Bows, Pillowcase Dresses

Jim Saulter: Sugar Free Snow Cones

Keva h Be rk b u e g l e r : Original Art Work- Old Windows, Boxes L e e Ann Face Painting

Dale Schmid: Concrete Stepping Stones

Box:

Steve Schulte: Jewelry Dawn Scwent: Jewelry

Sheila Burton: Homemade Soap Roth Candles: Candles

Irene & Debbie Settle: Wood Craft, Fabric Craft, Misc.

Darla Carey: Quilts, Other Fabric Craft

Patrick J Smith: Homemade Craft

SEMO Violence Center: Info

Frederick & Mary Steffan: Marshmellow Guns, Bob Arrows, Misc.

Monica & Alfred Coffey: Airbrush Tatoo’s, Puppets, T-p’s

Amanda Stuppy: Damsel in Defense

Carol Coy: Switch Plate Covers, Fan Pulls S t e v e & Crowe: Candles

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Mary Summers: Fabric Crafts Jessie Swan: Religious

PHOTOS PROVIDED BY IRENE SETTLE‌

Bill & Betty Davis: Wood Signs, Goose Clothes

Taylor: J o h n Shoe Buddy’s

Jean Doss: Jam, Jellies, Gifts from the kitchen

Paula Thacker: Real Dawn Horrell: Jewelry, Parkland Health Mart Time Relief Pharmacy: Info Style Dots Gary Voeluer: Heav Jean Merril Doss: Jams, enly Hands Carol House: Info Jellies, Misc. Gifts Linda Wojtczuk: Wreaths Richard Ikemeier: Plants

C r o w n M o t o r s : and Shrubs Linda White: Framed Car Display Hymns, Crosses out of Tina Isenberg: Yard Deco Bill Neece: Hanging barn wood Phyllis Kaltenbach: Sun Planter and Crochet Edna Wilkinson: Hand Glasses, Jewelry, T-Shirts Ruby Needham: Quilts, Thrown Pottery L y d i a K e r n : Other Fabric Craft Theresa Willis: EmbroiScentsy Candles P a t t y O r r : H a n d - dery Bags, Blankets, Totes

Becky Emmons: Candles and Wax Melts University of Missouri Extension Council: Info Don & Gena Faulkner: Leather, Case, Bags K a t h y Sock Monkeys

First:

Judy & Calvin Fisher: Photography Art

Felecia Korte: Dog Col- made Jewelry C r y s t a l W i n d l e : lars, Lotion, Key Fobs Annmarie & Rick Pals: Pink Zebra Amy Lemmons: Avon, Alcohol Art Dale Woods: Homemade New Gift Items Ice Cream Stanley Pruett: Knifes

Maggie Gil: Headbands, Hair Bows, Wreaths Burlap

T h e H o b b y G i r l s : Bob Hamby: Airbrush Cupcakes, Cookies, etc.

Animals to Stuff, PerT-Shirts and more fume, Headbands Bob & Judy Hoef: Home- Earline Lowes: Family Carol House Quick Fix Madison County Work Kingdom Hall: Religious D e b b i e H a m b y : made Canned Goods Calendars, Misc.

Pet Clinic: Info shop: Family Trees T-Shirts

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Good Luck AzALeA Queen contestAnts! everyone enjoy AzALeA Weekend!

Haley Holliday

Lexi Amelunke

Ellie Jensen

Brooklynne Poe

Macie Sitze

Alyssa Jordon

Vivian Hamilton

Brandi Allgier

Alyssa Myers

Abby Clark

Autumn James

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AZALEA FESTIVAL Have A Safe Azalea Weekend!

Main Bank: 101 S. Mine La Motte, Fredericktown DRiVE-THRU: W. Main & S. Wood, Fredericktown DRiVE-THRU: Jct. OO & 72, Fredericktown

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Azalea Festival Through The Years ‌ ear Y 1963 1964 1965 1966 1967 1968 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014

Festival Theme May Time is Azalea Time May Time is Azalea Time May Time is Azalea Time May Time is Azalea Time Song Titles Historical Events Special Calendar Days Movie Titles Missouri-150 years A Salute to Disney Happiness “Is” Remember When What If? This is My Country The Best Day of the Year Peoples, Places, and Things What the World Needs Now A Time For It’s So Nice To Then and Now A Little Bit of Celebration Country Fun Our Hero The Best of 25 Step Back in History All American A Time for All Seasons Whatever Happened To Thirty Years Ago Pride of America Committed to the Future The Best of Madison County Silver Screen Celebration- Salute to the Yrs. The Best Things in Life Township 2000-Then and Now Celebrate the Millennium A Family Reunion Looking Back, Reaching Forward True to the Red, White, and Blue World of Change-More in 2004 Tribute to Life Come Sail Away Fairy Tales Ole Time Western Round-Up Together We Can Best of Hollywood See You in the Funny Paper Reliving the Memories A Weekend of Holidays Peace, Love, and Azaleas

Board Chairman Pat Patterson Maurice Graham Maurice Graham Sam Najim Sam Najim Oscar King Oscar King Dale Tidwell Jim Hutton Maurice Graham Betty Schmale Walt Ryan Mary Fullerton George McKenney Ray Skaggs Buddy Smith Billie O’Brien Don Elrod Gary Whitener Anna Wengler Kathy DeSpain Robert Firebaugh Billie O’Brien Billie O’Brien Billie O’Brien J.C. Shetley Jr. J.C. Shetley Jr. Mike Berry Ruth Ann Stillwell Rick Pogue Bobby McDaniel Wayne Sherrill Dr. Philip Wulfert Dr. Philip Wulfert Sharon East Ernie Terry Ernie Terry Alan Kopitsky Alan Kopitsky Jean Sherrill Jean Sherrill Jeff Chapman Jeff Chapman Jean Sherrill Jean Sherrill Bill Sonderman Bill Sonderman Jean Sherrill Jean Sherrill J.C. Shetley J.C. Shetley J.C. Shetley

Azalea Queen Sandra Behring Donna Husky Becky McKinnis Sandie Miller Jane Counts Nyla Reagan Lisa Revelle Becky Umfleet Barbara Whitworth April Hicks Connie Jones Melissa Tinnin Susan Wilson Andrea Bollinger Mindy Boswell Kim Stevens Sondra Alexander Elise Wagner Joan Paczkowski Mary Barron Dorcas Unruh Teri Paczkowski Kim White Lisa Berry Deana Moser Nicole Pellicer Joy Starkey Jenny LaChance Amy Steska Jenifer Howser Kristina Bridges Jill Mooney Susie Picou Risha Sheets Beth Royer Jeannie Rehkop MichelleWhitworth Cortney Gowen Hannah Royer Elizabeth Holbrook Rachael Whitener Crystal Settle Ashley Amelunke Tracy Sample Abby Boyd Laura Mooney Allison Barron Bethany Hovis Kaitlynn Johnson Sarah Fults StephanieLawrence Courtney Holliday

2015 Azalea Festival Committee ‌The 2015 Azalea Festival is less than two days away, and the festival board is making final preparations to ensure another safe and funfilled weekend.

Members of the Azalea Board : President J.C. Shetley, Vice President Jim Thompson, Treasurer Jamie SUBMITTED‌

Sherrill, Secretary Irene Settle, Steve and Diann Priest; Chad and Rhonda Denman, Brandon and Tara Hale, Alan and Jane Kopitsky, Wayne Sherrill , Debby Boone, Donna Thompson, Bill Sonderman, Katy Rehkop, Arlene Branum, Kelly Korokis, Heather Matlock.

ATM Available at Fairgrounds‌

Enjoy the Azalea Weekend!

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2015 AZALEA FESTIVAL

Welcome to the 2015 Azalea Festival COURTNEY HOLLIDAY 2014 RETIRING AZALEA QUEEN‌

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elcome to the 2015 Azalea Festival!

For the past year I have

been honored to represent Madison County as the 2014 Azalea Queen and what a blast it has been.

I’m incredibly thankful for all of the people who have made this opportunity so rewarding. I am excited be a part of this amazing weekend once again.

Best of luck to the 2015 candidates.

Everyone have a lovely weekend!

2014 Azalea Queen Courtney Holliday

5K RUN AND 1-MILE WALK ENTRY FORM

5K Run and 1-Mile Walk Saturday, May 2nd, 2015 Fredericktown, MO • 8AM Start (7-7:45 Registration)

WHERE: E. Main & S. Mine La Motte

& DecorateD Diaper contest Saturday, May 2 • 10AM Register by 9:45AM • Entry is FREE!!

For Babies UNDER 1 Year of Age (Cannot have turned 1 by May 2nd) 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Trophies Awarded for the Derby & for the Decorated Diaper Contest!

Takes place on North Main Street at Festival Grounds.

AZALEA FESTIVAL 2015

Sponsored by MADISON MEDICAL CENTER SUBMIT ENTRY FORM ON DAY OF DERBY OR IN ADVANCE TO: Jennifer Penuel; Madison Medical Center 611 West Main Street, Fredericktown, MO 63645 Or call for more info: 783-3341 / 783-1754

Baby Name______________________________________________ Address_________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________

(Liberty Hall, Wilson Funeral Home basement, bathrooms available)

FEES: $12 pre-registration or day or run. Registrants will receive a t-shirt (first 80 registrants, size upon availability) TIMING AND AWARD: Timing by Cape Road Runners ~ $100 cash for 1st place overall male and female 5K winner ~ $25 cash for 1st place overall male and female 1 mile walk winner ~ Trophy & medals awarded in each age bracket for top three places ~ Other prizes to be given away by random drawing AGE GROUPS: Under 8, 8-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+ QUESTIONS: Brandon Hale 573-701-5844, brandon.hale@ fpsk12.org; Tara Hale 573-783-1848, tara.hale@fpsk12.org; Debby Boone 573-783-8975, cowaboonega@yahoo.com

AZALEA FUN RUN RACE REGISTRATION FORM

Mail completed form and payment to: Brandon Hale, 1479 Hwy OO, Fredericktown, MO 63645 Name:_____________________________________________________ D.O.B.______________________Age on Race Day:________________ Sex:____________ Fun Run Race:______________________________

Phone____________________________________________________

Address:____________________________________________________

Date of Birth______________________________________________

Phone:_____________________________________________________

Age (in months)___________________________________________

Email Address:_______________________________________________ PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT CAREFULLY AND SIGN BELOW:

My Baby is Participating in: _____Crawling Derby Only _____Derby & Decorated Diaper Contest _____Decorated Diaper Only

Signature of Parent/Guardian

Date

DIAPER DERBY RULES: 1. All babies must be in the crawling stage, and cannot have yet reached their first birthday. 2. If baby stands/walks during the contest, he or she will be disqualified. 3. Babies will be lined up at the starting line. Their parents will be lined up directly in front of them at the finish line. Once started, the babies will have five minutes to crawl from their starting position toward their parents & across the finish line. Any part of baby’s body touching or crossing the finish line is considered a finish. Parents may not touch their children during the race. 4. Parents will be allowed to use verbal persuasion, toys, food, etc., to lure their children, but parents may not lean over the finish line to pull baby across. 5. If a baby doesn’t reach his or her parent(s) within the five minute time limit, the baby closest to the finish line will win. 2nd and 3rd places will also be determined according to their location on the carpet when time is expired. 6. Depending on the number of contestants, a number of heats may be required before the final race. 7. Contestants may enter on race day from 9:30 AM—9:45 AM, on North Main Street on the festival grounds, but early registration is suggested. Drop off forms to Jennifer Penuel at Madison Medical Center by Friday, May 1st. Race numbers will be distributed on race day!

BEST DECORATED DIAPER CONTEST RULES: 1. Babies must be dressed in decorated diaper attire (disposable or cloth) for this contest. 2. Judging will be based on originality of design, creativity, attractiveness, and public appeal. 3. Azalea Theme diaper decorations are encouraged but not required.

(2015: Azaleas in Wonderland—a Disney Filled Weekend) 4. The decorated diaper needs to be the central focus of the costume. NOTE: Judging will be performed prior to crawling derby so costumes may be removed for the actual crawling race.

I know that running or walking a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter this race unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the race. I assume all risks associated with running in this event, including but not limited to: falls, tripping, contact with other participants, effects of weather, including high heat, and/or humidity, traffic, and conditions of the road/course, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts in consideration of your accepting my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless Azalea Festival Committee and its sponsors, agents, officers, representatives, volunteers, from all liability arising out of any and all claims, demands, losses, damages, suits, actions, or judgements of any kind and description that may occur to or be suffered by me as a participant by reason of activities arising out of this event, even though that liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of the person named in this waiver.

Signed By:________________________________________________ Date___________________________________

The Azalea Board would like to thank you for your participation!

See you on race day!

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Enjoy thE AzAlEA AZALEA FESTIVAL WEEkEnd!

A Tribute to Disney

‌Playing into the Disneythemed weekend at the 2015 Azalea Festival, the Patt Holt singers group The Connection will present “A Tribute to Disney” performance, at 4:30 p.m., S u n d ay a t t h e A za l ea Park pavilion.

The show highlights Disney music with performers dressed as classic Disney characters. Their costuming, singing, and dancing is enjoyable for adults and children.

The Disney characters will also be the Grand Marshals of the parade, which The Connection—”A Tribute to Disney” begins at 2 p.m., Sunday.

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CHECK OUT THE AZALEA RESULTS TAB IN THE MAY 6TH PAPER FOR COVERAGE OF THE 2015 AZALEA FESTIVAL.

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Black Diamond performs at 6 p.m., Friday.

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Book of Ruth (pictured) will be playing at 11 a.m., Sunday.

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2015 AZALEA FESTIVAL ‘Azaleas In Wonderland A Disney Themed Weekend’ 2015 Azalea Queen Pageant

‌The 2015 Azalea Queen Scholarship Pageant will be at 7 p.m., Friday, at the Kelly A. Burlison Middle School Auditorium.

There are nine contestants vying for the 2015 crown. Admission is $3.

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Miss Majic Touch Salon

Miss Chuck’s Short Stop

Miss Pense Bros. Drilling Co.

Miss Alpha Alpha Omicron

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Miss Black River Electric Cooperative

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Miss Rotary Club

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