DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — The Little Miss National Peanut Festival Pageant has been postponed to Sunday, Oct. 11, at 1 p.m. at the Dothan Civic Center.
According to the National Peanut Festival, the pageant was originally scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 10. Organizers changed the date after reviewing forecasts showing the potential for isolated tornadoes, strong winds and heavy rain.
Festival leaders worked with the pageant committee and Civic Center management to review the weather threat and the needs of employees, contestants and families.
“The safety of everyone involved is our top priority,” said Tony Ellison, executive director of the National Peanut Festival.
“Making this decision now gives our contestants and their families, Civic Center employees, and our pageant committee time to adjust their plans. We appreciate everyone’s patience and flexibility as we work together to provide a safe and memorable experience for our Little Misses.”
Festival officials will continue monitoring the weather and working with local authorities and venue management. Additional updates will be posted on the festival’s official website and social media pages.
Contestants’ families will receive further instructions from the pageant committee.
