Published on Wed, 06/23/2021 - 12:00am
The Raphine Volunteer Fire Company’s annual carnival parade drew a huge crowd on Friday night. AT TOP RIGHT, several area fire departments and rescue squads participated in the parade, most bringing their newest trucks, but the host department led the parade with one of its antique vehicles. BELOW, an equestrienne hands out a bag of candy to be distributed to the children watching the parade. BELOW CENTER, two children wave from the Raphine Christian Church float, which was promoting the church’s upcoming vacation Bible school. BELOW LEFT, spectators wave to a passing firetruck. AT LEFT, members of the Twirling Medallion Majorette and Drum Corps begin their march towards the firehouse. TOP LEFT, a child receives a handful of candy from a member of the Augusta Jeep Club. (Joann Ware photos)