The votes have been tallied, and the winners of the 2013 Spirit of Independence Photo Contest have been announced!

Families were invited to capture photos from the Fourth of July celebration, and share them to be voted on by Verrado Facebook fans. The winners received gift cards to Verrado Main Street business partners. Check out the winners!

Best Portrait: "My Sister and Nephew" by Tabitha Perez

Best Spirit of the Event: "Friends" by Kristi Perez

Best Patriotic Spirit: "My Grandson Tristan!" by Kelly Perez