The following villages/towns will be sponsoring Christmas Lighting Contests:

Bethany

Dec. 6-24. Decorations need to be up and on from 5-9 p.m. between these dates. Judges will randomly survey homes at various days and times. One first place-$100; two second place prizes-$50/each; eight third place prizes: $25/each. For more information contact village hall at 665-3351.

Sullivan

Between now and December 18, those residents with city utilities have until the 18th to decorate their houses in festive lights for a chance to earn either first place and $150 off their electric bill or second place and $100 off their electric bill. Houses will be judged on the evening of December 18. Call the Sullivan Chamber of Economic Development at 728-4223 to enter yourself or someone else.

Lovington has yet to announce their contest; it is expected to be discussed at next week’s village board meeting.