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Food trucks, vendors flood streets of Downtown Wiggins for annual Pine Hills Festival

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1 year ago

April 29, 2024

www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-04-29 12:10:07

SUMMARY: Wiggins is preparing for their largest event of the year, the Pine Hill Festival in downtown D District. Organizers are excited about the festival’s growth, with food trucks and vendors filling the streets. Festival-goers can expect live entertainment and food, bringing economic attention to Stone County and Wiggins. First-time vendors and loyal attendees alike enjoy the sense of community and opportunity to support local businesses. This festival is seen as a tourism boost and economic boost for the area, appealing to residents and visitors alike. The event is a highlight for many in Wiggins and Stone County.

Wiggins is gearing up for its largest event of the year in their downtown district where families get to enjoy some live entertainment and food.

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