(KNZA)--The 2020 Hiawatha Halloween Queen was crowned Saturday evening prior to the grand parade, which concluded the 106th annual Halloween Frolic.

Selected for the honor was Miss Horton: Avery Wischropp.

As the winner, Wischropp, a senior at Horton High School, will receive a $1,000 scholarship.

The 1st runner-up and winner of a $500 scholarship was Miss Sabetha: Leah Renyer, a senior at Sabetha High School. Renyer was unable to attend because she was participating in the state volleyball tournament.

Miss Wetmore: Alyssa Bloom, a senior at Wetmore High School, was named Miss Congeniality and will receive a $250 scholarship.

8 area girls competed in this year's scholarship contest.

The girls were judged on an essay, talent and judge's interview along with leadership skills, community involvement and scholastic achievements.