Communities name volunteers and veterans as parade grand marshals
Several communities have announced or are seeking grand marshals for upcoming holiday and veterans parades. Tullahoma named longtime community volunteer Eugene London Jr. grand marshal of its 70th Christmas parade, themed “Stars, Stripes and Christmas Lights” in recognition of America’s 250th anniversary. Wheeling selected sportswriter Doug Huff, business founder Brian Joseph and dance educator Cheryl Pompeo to represent the city’s legacy at its 2026 Fantasy in Lights Parade. In Medway, recently retired Finance Director Carol Pratt will lead the Christmas parade, while Lawrenceburg chose Vietnam War veteran William Avery “Bill” Smith for its Veterans Day parade. Tuscaloosa organizers are accepting nominations for grand marshals for the 50th annual West Alabama Christmas Parade, with nominations due Nov. 6.
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