By: Mike Glesinger Panhandle Post
Box Butte County Fair events continued Wednesday in Hemingford, highlighted by the Fair Queen Contest at the grandstand. Twelve young Ladies were vying for the title.
The days schedule included interviews and preparation throughout the day, leading up to the main event Wednesday night. At the end of the evening, 16 year old Brinna Phillips was crowned as Box Butte County Fair Queen. She is the daughter of Trent Phillips and Lisa Hickman and was sponsored by Pats Creative. First Attendant was 18 year old Elizabeth Mayer. She is the daughter of Tonya and Michael Mayer and was sponsored by Mobius Communications. Second Attendant was 17 year old Avery Davies. She is the daughter of Jessica and Adam Davies and was sponsored by The Body Shop and Clicks by Kim. Named as Miss Congeniality was 17 year old Peyton Kindred. She is the daughter of Cassie Kindred and Brian Kindred.
The Fair Royalty will take part in various events through the rest of the week and will be honored on a float in the Fair parade on Saturday.
Also during ceremonies on Wednesday, Carolyn and John Annen of Hemingford were named as this years Box Butte County Fair Grand Marshals. They will also take part in events throughout the weekend and will lead the Fair parade.
Check panhandlepost.com for the complete schedule of events