(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.
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