SHAMOKIN - Entries are being sought for The News-Item's first Jack-O'-Lantern Competition.
Participants can register at www.newsitem.com, then upload photos of their most uniquely carved or decorated pumpkins. Only one entry is allowed per person. Adults and children may enter, but not professional sculptors.
Deadline to register is noon Tuesday, Oct. 30.
Once photos are approved, they will appear on the website for public viewing. Several are there now.
Voting will take place from 9 a.m. to midnight Wednesday, Oct. 31. Only one vote per person is allowed.
The grand prize winner will receive $125 worth of gift certificates courtesy of contest sponsors, which include Artistic Creations, Beverly's Flowers, Bressi & Martin Real Estate, Just Hair by Dottie and Rock n Block Materials.