‘Deck the Streets’ winners named

Once again it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in downtown Crowley, and a lot of that is thanks in part to Crowley Main Street.
This year’s winners were:
First place - First National Bank - $500;
Second place - Crowley City Hall;
Third place - The Balcony - $100; and
Honorable mention - Echelon Salon.
In order to further spread Christmas cheer, First National Bank decided to donate its winnings to two animal rescue organizations – Precious Paws and Second Chance Paws.
And, although they were unable to accept the $300 prize money designated for second place, Crowley’s City Hall employees worked hard to create a prize-winning display for the community.
“Our Downtown businesses have let their competitive and creative spirits shine. I am glad that everyone got in the Christmas spirit and helped to brighten up our Downtown,” said Crowley Main Street Director Janie Morrison.
The event was judged by Gerald Gruenig, Adrian Leonards, Geronna Leonards and Elizabeth Miller, and the criteria included design cohesiveness, traditional Christmas aspects and “Wow! factor.”
Morrison said she would like to thank all of the judges and would specially like to thank Carla Lambousy, who chaired the Deck the Streets committee. “It was her baby,” said Morrison.
Other participating merchants, civic organizations and building owners included Adam’s Apple, Aesthetics Lab, Acadia Parish Police Jury, Acadia Parish Courtyard/Acadia Parish Tourist Commission, American Legion Post 15, Cramer Equipment, Edward Jones, Plant and Pray Garden Club, Poise and Personality, Professional Home Health, Puddles and Lace, Red Bird Vintage, Sam’s Place, Shop Rite, Sweet and Sassy on the Boulevard, The Vanilla Bean and Thrive Physical Therapy.