July 9, 2015 - Shelby County and City of Center officials were on hand at the Center City square under the big tent for the opening of the What-A-Melon Festival on Thursday, July 9, 2015.
Outgoing Rotarian President J.J. Ford, newly sworn in Rotarian President Anna Lee were joined by Allison Harbison, Shelby County Judge; Joyce Johnson, Center City Councilwoman; and Center Police Chief Jim Albers.
Participants gathered for a group photo as they carved the ceremonial melon into slices for those present to partake. The What-A-Melon Festival is now open to the public and the carnival is running until 10pm Thursday-Friday and until 10:30pm Saturday night.