Wrangell Sentinel -

Rayme's Bar, a popular location among many Wrangell residents, hosted its annual ugly Christmas sweater contest last Saturday night. The contest has been a tradition at the bar ever since it was taken over by Rayme Privett, about 11 years ago. It is not meant to be an overly serious competition, he said, just a way for people to have fun.

"It's a reason to get people out and about," he said.

The bar was packed and in a festive mood the night of the party, Dec. 22. Dozens of people were in attendance, with many wearing what could easily be described as "ugly" sweaters. Store bought or homema...