Hillsboro FFA sponsored a cornhole tournament again.

With the size of the tournament, it was evident that cornhole is very popular in the area.

This family gathered around their patriotic wagon during the 5/3 Baby Parade.

She represented a hero in the nursing profession.

Little sailor girl in a Navy ship

He represented his hero, a fireman.

Battlefield baby

This participant was prepared for any battle in her tank.

This soldier took a nap during the parade.

This little girl's hero was her dad.

This contestant was going to compete in the "look-alike" category with his owner.

This duo won the most creative category.

Hula girl and dog

This contestant rested a little bit.

The Country Live Performers were a new addition to the festival.

The Country Live Performers sang current hits to the crowd.

Future rodeo champion

The craft booths were popular as always.

The camera was turned on Ron Hennison Jr. from Time Warner Public Access Channel.

Paulette Donley explains this year's baskets and bells that were designed by Mike Bick just before the auction.

The 2005 queens displayed the bells, while Rick Williams auctions them off.

Dick Donley watches the crowd for bids on the festival's specially-ordered baskets.

Hillsboro Junior Women's Club was always busy selling lemon shakes.

This star of the hypnotist's show was immitating Aretha Franklin.

Travis Fox demonstrates to the audience how easily the participants will follow his commands.

Those that were hypnotized were demonstrating Chubby Checker's famous dance, The Twist.

This participant in the show immitated Beyonce for the crowd. She did an excellent job in doing so.

This year's crowd may have been a record one.

The festival was packed for Blake Shelton's concert.

Blake Shelton performed his hit songs for the audience.

The audience enjoyed Blake Shelton's ability to connect to each member with his songs.

Blake Shelton livens things up a little bit.