The Clay County Golden Delicious Festival Committee is accepting nominations for the 2017 Golden Delicious Belle.

The nominee must be a resident of Clay County who is at least 65 years in age. Your nomination letter should tell why you think the person should be named the 2017 Belle and must include a non-returnable photo to use for printing.

All entries should include a contact person’s name and phone number for the person providing the entry, as well as the name and phone number of the person nominated.  All entries must be received by July 31.

Entries may be mailed to: CCGDF Apple Belle Nomination, Attn: Laura Scott,  P. O. Box 416, Clay WV  25043, can be dropped off at the Clay County Assessor’s office to Teresa Davis. or emailed with a photo attachment to clayapplefestival@gmail.com.

The festival board of directors will vote for a winner during the August  board meeting.