Published in the Interest of the Staunton Community for Over 143 Years
Published in the Interest of the Staunton Community for Over 143 Years
The community of Gillespie will welcome the holiday season at 6 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 26, with the official lighting of the community Christmas tree in the open lot next to United Community Bank at the intersection of Pine and Macoupin Streets. The 20-foot live white spruce will sport upward of 1,000 colorful LED lights and will feature Ben-Gil Elementary School students who will help the crowd with a handful of holiday carols.
“Christmas is for kids,” said Parker. “Our Christmas tree lighting is a great way to involve our local children and get them involved in supporting community events.”
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