KLAQ Great River Raft Race 2014

Amanda Guillen, Michaela Roman, Multimedia Editor, Photo Editor • July 13, 2014

KLAQ hosted their annual Great River Raft Race on Saturday July 13^th . The race began at the Vinton bridge in Vinton, Texas and concluded at the Canutillo bridge in Canutillo, Texas. Participants were challenged to make their own rafts and boats. Prizes and trophies were awarded for the best-looking crew and best decorated raft. Participants celebrated after the race at Little Bit of Texas for an after party with live music and prizes. This is the third KLAQ Great River Raft Race since its 28 year hiatus in 1983.

About the Contributor

Michaela Roman, Editor-in-Chief

Michaela is a Senior Digital Media Production major at The University of Texas at El Paso. As the Editor-in-Chief, and former Photo Editor of The Prospector, she has learned to stay organized, manage a staff of writers and photographers, meet deadlines, cover events and network with others. She also has freelance experience and a personal photography business. Michaela aspires to work as an editor for a large media outlet and one day go to graduate school to teach photojournalism.