There was no shortage of events to attend in Sharp County Oct. 26 as many area churches and organizations held fall festival and Halloween events.

Photos/ Lauren Siebert The Spring River Area Chamber of Commerce held their sixth annual Business Expo Oct. 19 at the A. L. Hutson Memorial Center in Highland. Those who attended were able to spend time browsing the different offerings each business had to offer.

Photos/ Lauren Siebert and submitted The second annual Oktober Fest was held at the Innovation Hub in Cherokee Village Sept. 26. The fundraisng event offered traditional cuzine such as bratwurst and sauerkraut. There was also live music and yard games. More than $800 was raised. The funds will be used to help with programs throughout the year which will take place at the Innovation Hub.

Photos/ Lauren Siebert and submitted Comfort Keepers held its Dog Wash fundraising event Sept. 28 at the Hardy Volunteer Fire Department to help raise funds for the Hardy K-9 Unit. During the event, volunteers washed several dogs and sold raffle tickets. Thanks to the generous support of the community, the event combined and with funds collected from raffle ticket sales, just under $1,000 was raised.

Photos/ Lauren Siebert The first Kevin King Memorial Color Fun Run/Walk was held at Loberg Park in Hardy Sept. 21. More than 400 people attended the run raising approximately $12,000.

Photos/ Lauren Siebert The annual Treasures in the Ozarks craft show was held at the Hardy Civic Center Sept. 21. Thousands traveled to the center to browse and buy the wares from local and guest vendors.