By Bonnie Culverhouse

Despite a little wind and cooler temperatures, Minden showed up downtown Sunday for the MLK/Black History Parade.

MLK/Black History Celebration Committee member Michael Walker said from looking at the crowd it seems like it was enjoyed by all.

“We want to thank everyone who came out for the MLK/Black History Parade,” Walker said. “With two parades on this day, downtown Minden had people everywhere. We are already planning for next year.”

After the threat of bad weather Saturday forced a push to Sunday by parades, Walker said some groups had to drop out.

“But when it was all said and done it was a success,” he added. “Hats off to the 2025 MLK BLACK HISTORY COMMITTEE. Job well done.”

In the Battle of the Bands, Minden High School Band of Pride marched away with Best Band Performance, with Woodlawn taking second.

Omega Lamplighters proved themselves to be the Most Spirited Group.

Best Decorated Car

First place: OES Williams Chapter #173

Second place: Miss Louisiana Fleur de Lis Princess

Third place: Little Miss Fashionetta 1st Runner Up.

Best Decorated Float

First place: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Second place: Rising Stars Mentorship

Third place: Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.