The Highlander Festival always brings out some of the best that Kelso has to offer. Unfortunately, this September an integral part of the event will be missing; the City of Kelso says this year’s Highlander Festival parade has been canceled.

Kelso City Councilmember Lisa Alexander said the cancellation was due to the need for a new route to save money on overtime. They are configuring the route, but she said that takes time to make sure it will work. Alexander said to watch for a new, improved parade next year.