My poor fins got worn to nubs on Saturday trying to get all the angles of the Cassville Christmas Parade on Saturday. From the state-bound cheer squad to the bands, the fire-breather to the Polar Express train, and of course Santa, this year’s parade was a massive success. I just have one question: how was the Grinch in so many places at once? He must have stolen some of Santa’s magic because I saw him driving cars, riding a hay bale and even playing tricks on young spectators. As a journalist, I must know his secret to ubiquity. Step into my office, Mr.Grinch, and we’ll swap stories over some Swedish Fish!

Trout Brown is the comics correspondent for the Cassville Democrat, aiming to point out entertaining happenings in Barry County.