By: Betty Lee
It was an evening full of glitz, gowns, and glamour at Clay County High School where contestants took the stage for the annual Clay County Golden Delicious Pageant.
The Children’s Pageant started the day off with little ones from newborn through 10 years old hitting the stage in their best dresses and biggest smile, trying to impress the judges. Every child was beautiful on stage, making the competition a tough one. Congratulations to all the winners.
Infant Miss Queen: Amelia Woods
1st Runner Up- Annalis Dennis
2nd Runner Up- Emersyn Richardson
Baby Miss Queen: Parker Kennan
1st Runner Up-Adalee Thorne
2nd Runner Up- Jenna Beal
Toddler Miss Queen: Paisley Anderson
1st Runner Up- Rosanne Lockhart
2nd Runner Up- Jurnee Beal
Tiny Miss Queen: Violet Lemaster
1st Runner Up- Landry Plymate
2nd Runner Up- Bailey Childers
Little Miss Queen: Carley Lane
1st Runner Up- Payton Smith
2nd Runner Up- Gracie Ashby
That evening it was time for eveningwear, interviews, and cocktail dress as the older age groups competed for the crown. The winners of those titles are as follows:
Jr. Miss Queen: Madyson Ertel
Pre-Teen Queen: Gwen Sampson
Teen Queen: Ella Wilson
Ms Queen: Morgan Perrine
Miss Queen: Abigail Withrow
Mrs. Queen: Monica Stalnaker