The Sedalia Area Farmers’ Market ended the year on a festive note Saturday with vendors dressed in costume.
Children were invited to take part in a Halloween costume contest. Several children dressed as a variety of characters: Minnie Mouse and a brightly colored monster vied for top costume honors.
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