Calling all vendors! Riverbend News’ Blackberry Festival happening July 29

It is with the greatest pleasure that the Riverbend News announces it has taken over the Blackberry Festival in Hamilton County. Originally held annually by the Hamilton County Chamber of Commerce, Riverbend News has decided to step up and help keep this fun-filled festival going. Along with food and craft vendors, face painting, train rides and a waterslide sponsored by Fun Times, attendees will also be able to enjoy the first-ever Blackberry Festival Pickle-ball Tournament and the first-ever Miss Blackberry Photogenic Contest. The pickle-ball tournament, sponsored by Live Oak Pickle-ball, will feature teams of mixed doubles, levels 2.5 to 3.5. A maximum of 16 teams will enjoy eight rounds