2026 DAIRY FESTIVAL CONTESTANTS & REIGNING QUEEN

Front Row: left to right

Kaylie Resendiz, daughter of Jaime and Myrna Resendiz,

Sicily Potter, daughter of Brian Potter and Tina Potter

Kenzi White, daughter of Rodney and Wendy White

Kiley Vaughan, daughter of Logan and Whitney Vaughan

Middle Row: left to right

Jaleigh Johnson, daughter of Melissa Johnson

Charli Roden, daughter of Darren and Shara Roden

Queen Lucy McKenzie, daughter of Ryan and KK McKenzie

Lindsey Hayes, daughter of Gary Hayes and Crystal Hayes

Alayna Moon, daughter of Bobby Lappin and Tessa Lappin

Top Row: left to right

Piper Lilley, daughter of Steve and Adrienne Lilley

Savanna Darrow, daughter of Bradley and Madison Darrow

Addison Brewer, daughter of Stephen and Kristy Brewer

Bella Gilbreath, daughter of Jason and Heather Gilbreath

CARNIVAL INFORMATION

Don’t forget the Carnival will be in town starting Thursday, June 12th 6-10 p.m. Friday, June 13th and Saturday, June 14th from 6-11 p.m. Click on the link below for tickets and please read the ticket information provided to us from the carnival.

Purchase unlimited ride wristbands. Select on tablet how many unlimited ride wristbands you would like, and if you want to add additional credits to play games or buy food. Unlimited ride wristbands must be worn by the person riding. Unlimited ride wristbands are $33 per person, per day with a $2.00 service fee per wristband,

Purchase digital credits. Select on tablet how many digital credits you want. Wristband must be worn to be valid. Digital credits are valid for rides, food and games. Digital credits are $1.00 each and rides are 3 to 6 credits each.

Kiosk accept cash, card, and Apple Pay. Kiosk does not give change. Change will be given as digital credits.

Customers can add additional credits at kiosk.

https://tripletamusements.magicmoneyllc.com/MagicMoney_Web/ETicket/UpcomingEvents

MEET THE 2025 CONTESTANTS

#1 Emma Boatman immerses herself in the Fine Arts every chance possible.  She’s had special training in Theatre, singing and every facet of dance.  Emma is the daughter of Ashten Boatman, and the late Jacob Boatman
#2 Amerson Boles is the blue-eyed, 5’3”, daughter of Michael & Brandi Boles.  She has attended many years of dance at Ardis Center of Performing Arts.  During the Talent portion of the pageant, Amerson will perform a Jazz dance
#3.  Claire Jalufka is a 17 year old Senior at Como-Pickton High School.  Her parents are Cody & Lisa Jalufka.  Claire plans to attend Texas A&M University after graduation, to pursue a degree in Business with a minor in Marketing
#4.  Lucy McKenzie’s adventurous side shows strong with 2 mission trips to Haiti and a week-long off-the-grid backpacking trip to Colorado under her belt.  Lucy will play the piano and sing for her Talent portion.  Her parents are Ryan and K K McKenzie
#5 Emmah Palacios might just be 4’7” but she packs a lot of punch by earning the honor of Blue Blaze Captain for 2025/2026.  After graduation Emmah wants to own her own bakery.  Her parents are Miguel and Lyndie Palacios
#6 Layla Shepherd is a Senior at Sulphur Springs High School is involved in FFA, HKK, and the horse judging team.  For her talent she will give a monologue regarding her journey with her horse.  Layla’s parents are Shaun & Christina Shepherd
#7 Hattie Thompson’s parents are Jason & Holly Thompson.  She has been active in area performing Arts, National Honor Society and cheerleading at SSHS.  Hattie volunteers in the nursery at Grace Methodist Church
#8 Abbey Williams is the green-eyed, brown haired daughter of Barrett and Nanci Williams.  She is a very proud member of the infamous SSHS Marching Band drumline! Abbey has studied piano for 9 years and will be playing the piano for her talent at the pageant   

MEET THE CONTESTANTS

Left to right: Layla Shepherd, Claire Jalufka, Abbey Williams, Lucy McKenzie, Amerson Boles, Hattie Thompson, Emma Boatman, and Emmah Palacios