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Pumpkin Mascot Bristol Steals the Show

One of the many contests at the Pumpkin Festival is finding the best pumpkin mascot. Contestants donned their best pumpkin outfits and took to the Main Stage. Matt Sellers was the master of ceremonies for the contest.

One-year-old Bristol Mellott stole the stage and won first place. Her smile and enthusiasm were contagious. Bristol is the daughter of Aleah and Toby Mellott from Barnesville.

Millie Jefferis, daughter of Shelby and Miles Jefferis from Barnesville, took second place. Millie is two years old.

Second place winner, Millie Jefferis, became bashful on the stage. ©Barnesville Area News Company
Organizer Autumn Kessler sits with judges Ann Hudson and Carissa Allen as they decide the winners. ©Barnesville Area News Company
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