Stratford students, from left, Tayvin Wells and Arena Wells received national recognition in July at the FCCLA National Convention in Washington, D.C. Courtesy photo
Stratford crowned new Peach Royalty during Saturday’s 50th Annual Peach Festival. This year’s royal court was chosen from among more than 20 candidates who participated in this year’s pageant. The 2026 Peach Royalty includes Peach Queen Shelby Lister (back center), Peach Jr. Queen Lillee Abel (left), Peach Princess Lila Spencer (right), Peach Blossom Elsie Hallmark (front center) and Peach Bud and “Town Best Pick” winner Kendrix Cross (not pictured). For more Peach Festival photos see pg. 13.
Deputy Jeff Jarman (center) with his wife and son during Wednesday’s retirement reception at the Garvin County Courthouse. Photo courtesy of James Richardson
Stratford to celebrate 50th annual Peach Festival July 18