Miss Kosciusko County 2016 was awarded to Siera Updike. First runner-up was awarded to Katelin Vogel, left, and second runner-up was awarded to Jenna Schmidt, right.
KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Contestants are being sought for the annual Miss Kosciusko Scholarship program. This year’s event will be held at 5 p.m. Jan. 14 at Wawasee Middle School, SR 13, south of Syracuse.
Teenagers between the ages of 13-17, residing anywhere within the state can participate in the Miss Teen Scholarship program. Young women between the ages of 18 and at least a senior in high school to 25 years of age can participate in the Miss Kosciusko Scholarship program.
Winners of the competition could earn between $50 to $1,000 toward college scholarships. Participants will be judged in five areas: talent, fitness, evening gown, interview and an on-stage question.
The deadline for applications is Christmas Day, Dec. 25.
For more information contact Amy Miller, local program coordinator, at amiller@wawasee.k12.in.us.