Department of Human Services
Holiday Ugly Sweater Contest
Keeps Spirits Light
This article is 12 years old. It was published on January 1, 2014.
To help celebrate the Christmas holiday season, the Department of Human Services held an "Inaugural Holiday Ugly Sweater Contest", although shy on entries it was a lighthearted event showcasing just what everyone needed...a little humor!

Shonnell Stayton, Rochelle Hill and Linda Vale model their finest.

Lynne Petelik jazzing up the sweater with a vest,

and the winner, Shonnell in her original creation! Happy Holidays!
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