Owen graduates cruise through 2020 graduation parade

The 2019-20 school year brought more than its fair share of challenges for Owen High School seniors, including the cancellation of many traditions typically associated with the final year of school. But, that didn’t stop the Swannanoa Valley from showing its support for the class of 2020, which was recognized with a graduation parade in the parking lot of the Swannanoa Ingles, on June 6. The event was organized by the creators of the Adopt a Senior 2020! Owen High School Facebook group, with help from the Owen High School PTO and sponsored by Black Mountain-based grocery chain Ingles Markets. Around 100 graduates, many wearing caps and gowns and driving decorated cars in the procession, participated in the event, dubbed the Rally in the Valley.