Holiday parades planned in multiple cities

Communities in Oshkosh, Clearfield, Benton, Fort Scott and Springfield have announced holiday parades scheduled from Nov. 19 through Dec. 20. Oshkosh’s Nov. 19 parade will feature the Wienermobile, Bernie Brewer and Barrelman, while Springfield will pair its Nov. 21 parade with a downtown tree-lighting celebration and holiday activities. Clearfield’s Dec. 5 parade will be followed by a free Santa party at the YMCA, and Benton’s Dec. 20 event will include Santa and a prize for the best float. Fort Scott’s Dec. 3 parade will use the theme “Stars, Stripes & Christmas Lights,” with free entry registration open through Nov. 30.