The 18th Annual Buford Pusser Festival was a huge success. There are so many memories I will take with me from this year's event. From the naming of the Buford Pusser Law Enforcement Officer of the Year to the showing of Walking Tall on the big screen in the park, it was all a memorable event.

My daughters Atoyia and Madison played a big part in helping me organize the festival this year. I couldn't have done it without them.

Below is a few photographs of this year's events.

Atoyia and Madison helped Dwana organize the Miss Walking Tall Pageant
Atoyia and Madison also helped organize and promote the golf tournament this year.
As usual the festival drew media attention. Dwana was interviewed by a local ABC station about festival events and history.
The golf tournament was a huge success. Dwana poses with her husband Jamie and his team befor the tournament begins.
Dwana poses with McNairy County Sheriff Ricky Roten during the golf tournament.
Dwana presents Sheriff Jerry “Peanuts” Gaines of Warren County Kentucky

Warren County Judge Mike Buchanon and McNairy County Sheriff Ricky Roten was on hand to honor Sheriff Gaines as well.
Sheriff Gaines proudly shows off his award and Buford stick with his friends.
Dwana proudly poses with Sheriff Gaines.
“This is truly an honor,” said Sheriff Gaines. “We are fully aware of the contributions Sheriff Pusser made and I am honored to accept the award.”

Gaines is the longest serving sheriff in Warren County’s history. He was first elected to office in 1978 and is now serving his 5th term. Gaines is very active with his community’s youth and senior citizens programs and is a four time president of the Kentucky Sheriff’s Association.

“It was a difficult decision, but based on his many years of service, Sheriff Gaines was the obvious choice”, said Dwana Pusser as she read of the officer’s many accomplishments.
Dwana introduces honorary officer, and grandson, Hayse Barnes during the festival.

Officer Hayse guarded festival goers throughout the day.
As usual, the antique cars were popular.
Many people travel great distances to see the restored vehicles.
Even the hot rods are popular with festival goers.
Dwana visitis with Gunner Provience during the festival.
Dwana proudly poses with Miss Teen Tennessee Ashley Duraham.