Rain doesn't dampen fun in Walker

A scene from the Walker Fun Days parade, the Vietnam Veterans float, which earned to title of Best Decorated Float in the event, Saturday, with the Walker 4-H coming in second in that category. The 4-H also received a ribbon for having the largest participating group. In the Odd and Unique Contest, Hillbilly Cadillac with Kyle Schmidt and Dirk Jennings earned first place; and Brandon Jennings' entry earned second-place honors. Antique Vehicles and Overall Trophy Winner was Charles Foreman with his 1953 Army Jeep; and Katie Sanderson won second place with a little covered wagon. Also participating were some horse entries, fire trucks, and vehicles carrying the royalty winners. Most of the parade entries had to ride in the rain -- but the parade went on despite the rain and smaller-than usual crowds.

Walker Fun Days Grand MarshallDonna Pray Davidson joins the festivities. Davidson was born to Wilbur and May Pray and has lived all of her life near Walker except for three years. She graduated from Walker High School in 1972. Donna has three children, Dustin, Ali, and Tyler; two daughters-in-law; and two grandchildren. The Davidson family is active in the Walker Christian Church, Walker 4-H, and Walker community. Donna has been the Northeast Vernon County school secretary for 16 years.

This year's Walker Fun Days Queen, Jessie Rainey.