AP Cancels Christmas Festival

Submitted by the Advertising and Promotion Commission

Mena Advertising & Promotion Commission is canceling the Mena Christmas Festival.  

These are unprecedented times that we are living in and we are all doing our best to get through what has  proven to be a very challenging year. Regrettably, the Mena Advertising & Promotion Commission had to make  the difficult decision of canceling the Mena Christmas Festival, held in Janssen Park. This decision was  influenced by the increased number of cases, an abundance of caution, and adhering to strict ADH guidelines.  

“Hosting a large-scale event that has the ability to contribute to the community spread of COVID-19 would be  irresponsible,” Mayor Seth Smith stated. He added, “This was not an easy decision to make and we are  extremely disappointed that we are unable to host the event. But protecting our community is the most  important thing to us.”  

The time-honored lights in the park will still be on display and will be even better this year! A date has not yet  been released when the lights will be turned on so be sure to keep checking. If we stand together and support  each other, we will come out stronger on the other side. The City of Mena and the Mena Advertising &  Promotion Commission wish you and your family and safe and happy holiday season. 

Jeri Pearson

Jeri is the News Director for Pulse Multi-Media and Editor of The Polk County Pulse. She has 10 years of experience in community focused journalism and has won multiple press association awards.

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