BENSON — The bravest of souls in the small community of Benson came out and braved sub-zero wind chills to watch a handful of floats pass them by during the annual St. Patrick's Day parade in Benson Saturday.
Temperatures hovered at 13 degrees with a -7 wind chill as blue skies and sunshine provided a sliver of relief from the late-winter weather during the afternoon hours.
Beginning at Zniewski Funeral Home, folks marched along 13th Street North down to Patrick's Pub & Grill , chucking candy to folks sprinkled along the route, who came in their finest winter attire to stay warm during the celebration.
Macy Moore / West Central Tribune
Macy Moore / West Central Tribune
Macy Moore / West Central Tribune
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Macy Moore / West Central Tribune
Macy Moore / West Central Tribune
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