CHARITON, Iowa -- Residents in a southern Iowa county have been creating works of art from hay bales for Halloween. Lucas County's annual hay bale art contest features more than 30 entries in three towns this year. The roadside pieces include a gray and white cat, a caterpillar and a character from the Disney movie "Cars." Lyle Asell, committee chairman for the contest, says the pieces boost tourism. Winners will be announced Saturday.
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