Baxter Springs PEO sponsors business decorating contest

In an effort to make the city of Baxter Springs look welcoming to fall visitors, the women of the Baxter Springs P.E.O. (Philanthropic Educational Organization) instituted a contest for local businesses. Many businesses took part in the contest displaying arrangements of fall décor. The displays were judged on beauty, creativity and effort. Prizes for the contest were $100 for first, $50 for…