 Well over a thousand people came to Bemidji to see the 20th annual first city of light celebration. The parade ran through the downtown area with floats featuring Mayor Rita Albright, the junior Bemidji JC's, BSU hockey, and many more. People were invited to check out a new window display contest and cast their ballots for the winners. They then went to Paul Bunyan and Library Park for the light display featuring over 115,000 lights. They've been here for years when you have to have a hold up, long underwear on, snow pants, boots, and tonight it's perfect. Perfect night for a nightly light parade. I've never been to this parade. I heard it's the best parade and I've always wanted to go and I always forget about it. So I'm so excited. As part of the ongoing festivities, the JC's have compiled a map of holiday decorated homes around the area that will have their lights on through January 1st. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.