Junior Miss Sikeston crowned

Avery Fritz (center), daughter of Ashley and Tanner Fritz, was crowned Junior Miss Sikeston during the contest during the 79th American Legion Cotton Carnival Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023, at the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo grounds. First runner-up was Gelaiya McCray (left) daughter of George and Teah McCray; and second runner-up was Kennedi Sims, daughter of Robbie and Staci Sims. (Gina Williams/Standard Democrat)