Entries are due by Dec. 15. Those interested in participating can mail their information to the Brainerd Dispatch, 506 James St., Brainerd, MN, 56401, email newstips@brainerddispatch.com, or drop their information name, address and contact information with Baxter Lighting Contest noted in the Dispatch drop box, which is accessed by the alleyway next to the building at 506 James St.
Homes offer colorful light displays, motion, inflatables and a creative way to enjoy the holidays with a family drive through Baxter neighborhoods for the second annual holiday lighting contest.
Contest entries are judged by an anonymous committee on a point system as they viewed the entries curbside. Categories for judging were: first impression, 25 points; design, 20 points; and originality, 20 points.