The Fayette County Fair Queen was named a member of the Royal Court at the Iowa State Fair on Saturday night.
Alexandria Kent was honored with the Personality Plus Award. She receives a $500 scholarship and a $200 gift card, as well as a plaque and a floral bouquet.
The new Iowa State Fair Queen hails from Grundy County. Riah Schrage was crowned on the Anne and Bill Riley Stage, chosen out of 102 contestants who advanced from local county competitions.
Ashlynn Gunnerson of O’Brien County was named first runner-up. Second runner-up was Annalise Buxton of Union County. Emery Hawkins of Appanoose County was named third runner-up.
Kelsey Greenslade of Dallas County was given the Outstanding Leadership Award. Emily Foran of Audubon County received the Queen Alumni Award in honor of Julie Wolterman.
Judging is based on personality, attitude, awareness, leadership, citizenship, contributions to the community, overall appearance, charm and poise.
photo courtesy of Fayette County Fair Queen Contest (pictured L to R – Iowa State Fair Queen Riah Schrage & Fayette County Fair Queen Alexandria Kent)
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