It takes creativity, inginuity, and technical skill to adorn homes with festive lighting and decordations to celebrate Christmas.
The Town of Ridgely is known for its lighted paths and Winterfest.
Residents get into the Christmas lighting game also, vying for recognition by the Ridgely Historical Society in its 17th annual "best decoration" judging. Local businesses provide prizes to the winners.
Rick and Cathy Schawb of the Ridgely Historical Society announced the winners during the Jan. 5 Commissioners meeting.
The winners of the Ridgely Home Decorating contest are:
TJ & Sharon Adams, Kenny & Jasmine Baldwin, Anthony & Amy Casey, Joe Dunar & Kathy Phillips, Tammy Forehand, Bobby Graves, Ramon & Erika Hart, Janet Hendricks, Heidi King & Edith Olson, Xochil Llamas, Mickey & Gwen Newport, Delores Reep, Damaris Mario Rodriquez, Jennifer & Joe Riley, Gerald & Florence Sheets, and Lisa & Jason Wielgosz.