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The Youth Parade highlighted the Florida Strawberry Festival's youngest attendees.
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There was no shortage of creativity with this year's crop of floats and vehicles.
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Patrick's Patriots Twirling Corps put on a show for parade watchers.
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Chris Welbon Karate Clubs of Plant City literally held a mobile karate demonstration on the streets.
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Eastside Baptist Church was one of many that joined in on the fun.
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Turkey Creek Middle School's band marches down Reynolds Street.
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Ladies Quest of Marshall Middle School was excited for the parade.
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J.S. Robinson Elementary School rolled out an award-winning float.
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Cub Scout Pack 732 was driven down the roads in a military vehicle.
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Dark Horse Music Store's float was decked out with guitars.
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Citrus Center Boys & Girls Clubs brought big wheels for its kids to ride.
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Plant City Church of God's float really can float.
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Faith Christian Academy participated in the parade.
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Marshall Middle School's band performed in the parade.
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J.S. Robinson Elementary School also brought its mascot.
The first major Florida Strawberry Festival parade rolled from Alexander Street to Reynolds Street Saturday morning.
The Youth Parade, led by grand marshal Caroline Brummer, drew big crowds along the roads and featured elementary and middle schools, Cub Scouts, dance and twirling teams and more. Trophies and ribbons were awarded in the Stingray Chevrolet Entertainment Tent at 12:30 p.m.
WINNERS:
Best band: LLT Band of Steel
Best church float: Eastside Baptist Church Crusaders
Best group float: J.S. Robinson Elementary School
Best marching band: Patrick's Patriots Twirling Corps
