Thousands of people packed into downtown Whitesboro Saturday to partake in the 53rd annual Peanut Festival. Organizers said Saturday's pleasant weather was a nice addition to this year's festivities, making it cool enough for all to enjoy. Whitesboro Chamber President Dee Lee said the festival has grown larger every year since she has been in charge, going back 15 years. "I have been on the streets since 5 a.m. this morning," Lee said. "One of the highlights, besides the carnival, is the parade. Every year the whole entire town — even the cities on either side of us — look forward to the weekend of the Peanut Festival...
