Entries are being accepted for the 29th Annual Christmas Parade on Dec. 6. There is no entry fee to participate as local business and industry underwrite and sponsor the cost of the parade. Theme for the parade is “Christmas at Grandma’s”.

The Parade Grand Marshals this year are Bob and Georgia Beers. This couple are being recognized for the community service. Bob and Georgia will ride an antique car provided by Don Kizziar.

Prizes will be awarded to Float entries in 5 categories.

Grand Marshall $300; First Place – School and Youth $200; First Place – Church $200; First Place – Civic & Commercial $200; First Place – Altus Air Force Base $200; and First Place – Antique Wagon $100.

Stop by the Chamber of Commerce office at 301 West Commerce Street or call 482-0210 for your entry forms. Deadline for entries is Monday, Nov. 30, 5 p.m.

The route for the parade runs from Western Oklahoma State College south on North Main Street and then will disband at Commerce Street in downtown Altus.

The Altus Chamber of Commerce organizes the parade with Debbie Davis as Chairman. Masters of Ceremony for the parade will be Eddie and Joan Wilcoxen with KWHW Radio. The parade is a community project with the Altus Chamber of Commerce, City of Altus, WOSC and Altus Air Force Base and other volunteers providing many needed services.