Thanks to the nearly 1,000 Hays Post readers who took part in the first Ultimate 4th of July Giveaway.

And the winner is …

Kenny Raudis of Hays is our Ultimate 4th of July Giveaway winner. He will get to experience Wild West Festival VIP style with four passes for each night.

Other prizes include:

• A Jägermeister cooler and drink accessories, courtesy of 8th Street Liquor.
• The ultimate firework package from Jamie Day Fireworks, located in the parking lot of Big Creek Crossing, where sales benefit Immaculate Heart of Mary CYO group.
• 25 bratwursts from Rick’s Food Store of Lacrosse and Wilson Food Store of Wilson.