The hot temperatures could not deter the droves of people from attending the Historic Hilltop Bean Dinner Festival. On June 29, hundreds of residents throughout the area and the surrounding communities came out to Westgate Park to experience the event that dates back to the Civil War. In addition from the mass consumption of beans and cornbread, attendees were also treated to live music, attractions and local artists selling their goods. Here are some scenes captured at the annual event.
Westside resident Joseph Benson, 14, prepares to plate the cornbread for hungry attendees.
