It was Happy and Grimm at the PGE/SOLVE Starlight Parade Saturday night in Portland.
Happy, thanks to Bruce and Esther Huffman AKA the Happy Huffmans of "Web Cam for Seniors: 101" fame. They were the Grand Marshals
And Grimm, thanks to the cast and crew of the television series shot in Portland. They were in the parade, presented by Film Friendly Portland showcasing their high tech mobile filming platform.
Here are the 2012 first place winners:
FLOATS
Sweepstakes Award, Best Illumination: Astoria Regatta
Best Community Division: Royal Rosarians featuring Queen Lamarra Haynes
Best Corporate Division: Alaska Airlines
Best Festival or City Division: Molalla Buckaroo Rodeo
Best Marching Entry: Alaska Airlines PDX Drillers
Best Small Local Business: Hand-eye Supply of Core 77
The Portlandia Award: Fright Town
BANDS
Sweepstake Winner: Lake Oswego HS
In-State Open (100+): David Douglas HS
In-State A (99 or less): Milwaukie HS
Out of State Open (100+): Evergreen HS, Vancouver, WA
Out of state A (99 or less): Skyview HS Vancouver, WA
