SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - The Illinois State Fair announced the winners of several contests from the Miles of Smiles Parade.
The Normal Marching Band took first place in the marching band competition. Rochester High School came in second.
Lanphier High School Cheer and Lionettes won first place for the best specialty unit.
Additionally, HOPE, a Springfield-based nonprofit serving people with disabilities and their families across six states, took home the Governor's Award.
The full list of winners is available online.
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