Crews from CSX Railroad, with the Clinton County Highway Department looking on, tear out pavement at their crossing on Clinton Street in Aviston on July 21, with the goal of rebuilding it in two days. Photo by Bryan Hunt Clinton County Engineer Dan Behrens discussed several road improvement projects during the July 20 Clinton County Board meeting.
Congratulations to 2021 Miss Clinton County Fair Queen Mia Essenpreis, who was crowned by retiring fair queen Hannah Hill. Mia is the daughter of Bart and Michelle Essenpreis of Breese. She is a graduate of Central Community High School in Breese and is attending Kaskaskia College to become a registered nurse. Ten lovely ladies competed for the title of fair queen in the annual pageant held Saturday afternoon at Mater Dei Catholic High School in Breese. First runner-up was Claire Kampwerth of Carlyle, and second runner-up was Lillian Wright of Albers, who was also chosen as “Miss Congeniality.” Photo by Kelly Jo Ross Mia Essenpreis of Breese was crowned 2021 Miss Clinton County Fair on July 24.
The pageant was filled with entertainment, excitement and emotion as the 10 contestants vied for the crown.
Held at Mater Dei Catholic High School in Breese, the event began with an introduction from the Mistress of Ceremonies Madeline Wieter (Miss Clinton County Fair 2016) and the singing of the national anthem by 2019-2020 Miss Clinton County Fair, Hannah Hill.
Following that, Hill and the contestants — Essenpreis, Heather Dieckmann of Carlyle, Tara Kellermann of Hoffman, Claire Kampwerth of Carlyle, Sally Albers of Breese, Regan Kluemke of St. Rose and Carlyle, Reagan MacCauley of Aviston, Lillian Wright of Albers, Alexandria Twitchell of Carlyle and Faith Stone of Breese — performed a dance routine sparking up the audience and leaving them anxious for the competition to begin.
The contestants took part in a series of competitions in pursuit of the title of 2021 Miss Clinton County Fair.
The categories of competition included beauty and physique in swim wear, formal speaking, and evening gown. The judges hosted the interview portion of the competition prior to the pageant.
After a great deal of anticipation, the judges announced Essenpreis as 2021 Miss Clinton County Fair queen. Overwhelmed with emotion, the new queen embraced her fellow contestants and graciously accepted the crown from Hill.
Mia is the daughter of Bart and Michelle Essenpreis of Breese. She is a graduate of Central Community High School in Breese and is attending Kaskaskia College's nursing program to become a registered nurse. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends in any capacity, and loves to swim, tan, and do everything summer-related. She also loves relaxing at home with her dog.
Mia volunteers at the Clinton Countay Humane Society, walking dogs and caring for cats. She also volunteers as a cheerleading coach at Hugz and Fitz Gym in Breese and volunteers as a math tutor. She also helps with the blood drive at school.
Mia's personal platform is mental health awareness. When asked who she admires the most, she answered, "my mother, because she is the glue that keeps the family strong and independent."
The new queen was sponsored by HMG Engineers, Inc., Mike Luebbers & Son Construction, and Applebee's, all of Breese; and Building Blocks Daycare in Aviston.
Tournament champs — The Aviston Rawlings 17U Tigers went 5-0 in tournament play to win the Missouri PBR Qualifying Tournament this past weekend in Kansas City, Missouri. The Tigers are back in action this weekend in St. Louis. Rawlings is 14-5 on the season with one tournament remaining. Photo by Stacey Boruff The Aviston Rawlings 17U Tigers claimed the Missouri PBR qualifying Tournament this weekend in Kansas City, Missouri.
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