Night one of the Pana Tri-County Fair was all about the pageant. While the carnival rides were in action, the attention was directed to the grandstand for the many contestants competing in the Little Miss, Jr Miss, Teen, and Queen Pageant. Dressed in their best gowns and prepared to answer some tough questions, the contestants preached community values, camaraderie, and passion for their pageant events.

Genuine Country 94.3 WMKR was reporting live from the Pana Tri-County Fair and was able to interview many of these well-spoken and pageant-ready individuals. The main focus for the Queens, Teens, and Juniors competing, were the friendships and personal growth that each contestant finds while competing.

Hayleigh Manuel is the 2023 Miss Christian County and a Pana native. Hayleigh took some time to speak to Genuine Country 94.3 WMKR about her experience, traveling to pageants, getting involved in her school's Future Farmers of America Program, and making memories she will not forget.

Holly Kruse, another crowned individual, took some time to speak on her experience competing in pageants.

The Pana Tri-County Fair has a great family-friendly environment with something for everyone. The fair runs until Monday, September 4th. There are plenty of days to enjoy the many grandstand events like the rodeos, demolition derbies, and harness racing.

For a full list of events go to, www.panatricountyfair.com/schedule-of-events.