When we asked our readers, “Who nailed the best costume you’ve seen this year?” the response was overwhelming.
Hundreds of people sent in photos to The Jail Report’s Facebook page — everything from funny to frightening, creative to cute. We loved them all, but here are just a few of the standouts that grabbed our attention (and plenty of likes).
If you missed the fun, head over to The Jail Report’s Facebook page and scroll through the hundreds of shared photos from Halloween night.
Etta Daggett shared a photo of her son dressed as Loc Dog from the movie Don’t Be a Menace. With 83 likes, it clearly struck a chord. “He won best costume in school,” Daggett said proudly. Travis Shealy reacted, “Etta Daggett you win!! My daughter wanted to be Art the Clown and I still don’t know why? Y’all’s idea is original and awesome! One of my favorite movies!!”
Jamea Monroe Starlings, from the Beech Island area, posted a family shot of Beetlejuice, Lydia, and the Sandworm. “This has my vote,” wrote Rebecca Woody.
Lora A. Rutland went all out as the Energizer Bunny, complete with a large battery on her back — she just kept going and going!
Sandy Windsor showed off the AU Dental College crew dressed as Alice in Wonderland characters, earning 47 likes.
Hannah Grace James introduced us to “Miss Dolly herself,” a mini version of the iconic Dolly Parton. A video shows the young performer dancing and using her Blow Pop as a microphone — pure star power! (47 likes)
Carla Garvin shared a funny twist — Steve Harvey alongside a bag of M&M’s.
McKenzie Owens melted hearts with Baby Chick and his Coop, a creative costume on wheels that got 36 likes. “He’s definitely the winner,” said Roman Caddell.
Kelly Brewer posted a standout photo of a child dressed as the Titanic — and yes, they “killed the assignment.” The post earned 86 likes. Brewer said the boy’s mother told her that last year, his brother went as the iceberg!
Cindy Still Mitchell showed off The Lorax and his trees, earning 66 likes for the colorful eco-friendly look.
Latonia Brunson melted hearts with a video of “My baby and I” as Beauty and the Beast. It was a reader favorite with 225 likes. “This is awesome and just sooooo sweet! Y’all win!!!!” commented Gwinnette Maxwell Tyner.
Lacey Reeves Nichols and her family went full Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory, racking up 237 likes. “They NAILED the characters,” said Tomi Dee, while another fan called it “Epic.”
Cathleen Elizabeth Clark made waves with her creative Jellyfish costume — 97 likes and 10 comments, including one fan who said they were stealing the idea for next year.
Paxi Hami posted a professional-looking shot titled The Hammond Family, showing everyone dressed as superheroes. “The coolest!!!! WINNER!” wrote Marilee Wallace Odum.
Renee Kaufman brought floral flair with a “6-7 costume” theme featuring Flowers and her husband, one of many 6-7 costumes this year. Just don’t ask what the number means.
Isabella Paige Lindroth tapped into local humor with a costume poking fun at Augusta’s long-running construction delays. “Winner — and accurate because why does it take so damn long,” commented Kenny Stokes. Too bad the costume wearer edited the funny photo to hide their face.
Even Richmond County Sheriff Eugene Brantley got in on the fun, sharing a post with the caption, “My pick goes to this little lady!!!”
Roy Wright joined in with two people dressed as traffic cones — a creative nod to our highway woes.
Thomas Wendy Windley posted Family Feud costumes featuring Steve Harvey and a contestant, earning 49 likes.
Another of Windley’s posts — a couple “struggling with filters” — got a similar reaction.
Amanda Ireana honored the late wrestling legend with a mini Hulk Hogan photo that earned 44 likes.
Carla Jean Delaney shared a timely photo titled “Bear loose in our neighborhood” with Hallie Paradise — fitting after several bear sightings around the CSRA this fall.
Amber Bishop showcased her son dressed as his own rookie baseball card, earning 13 likes and smiles at a Swainsboro event.
Stephanie Rosser went the college football route with a funny costume showing Tennessee as a crybaby and Georgia as the cool stud, picking up 20 likes and plenty of laughs.
Whitney Walker of Augusta impressed everyone with a giant mousetrap costume — complete with a moving part that required some road space.
Kimberly “Cookie” Browning Gaddy brought ‘70s flair with two Miss Ropers from Three’s Company.
And finally, Lauren Wiggins Akins of Evans shared a bright and clever school photo featuring kids dressed as Tic Tacs — a refreshing idea that clearly took planning and creativity.
From toddlers to teachers, superheroes to South Park, our readers proved once again that the CSRA knows how to do Halloween right. Thanks to everyone who shared their costumes — you all nailed it!
To see every photo and video submitted, head to The Jail Report’s Facebook page and scroll through the full Halloween gallery.
