The Carter’s and Mr. Peanut to be at Plains Peanut Festival

Dan September 22, 2022 Peanuts

The 25th annual Plains Peanut Festival is Saturday, Sept. 24 in Plains, Georgia. Tyron Spearman reports the 39th U.S. President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter plan to ride in the parade, while Mr. Peanut will officially lead the parade.

The Carter’s and Mr. Peanut to be at Plains Peanut Festival

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