Thirteen Candidates Vie for the 2024 Fort Bend County Fair Queen Title and Scholarships
The race for the coveted title of 2024 Fort Bend County Fair Queen is in full swing, with thirteen eager candidates from throughout Fort Bend County actively competing for the honor. The line-up of young women making a bid for the crown includes representatives from each corner of the community, promising a true representation of the county.
These aspirants are Hannah Funderburk of Foster High School, Brianna Ramirez of Randle High School, Ashton Cervenka of Clements High School, Alixandra Reed of Randle High School, Mikayla Thompson of Randle High School, Kaydence Miller of Travis High School, Saige Sowa of Austin High School, Natalia Rios of Kempner High School, Alayja Simmons of Hightower High School, Martina Breedlove of Fulshear High School, Ariana Xia of Dulles High School, Maddison Malek of Needville High School, and Brylee Chalk of Jordan High School.
"Running for Fair Queen is an experience that enables the candidates to excel in their confidence, self-esteem, and communication skills as they go through the journey," said Alicia Casias, Fort Bend County Fair President during a recent meeting held at the Sugar Land City Hall for all candidates.
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The reigning 2023 Fort Bend County Fair Queen, Kathryn Tompkins, who has spent the past year representing the fair at events such as RodeoHouston and the Fair's Summer Night Gala, was present to share her experiences. The chosen Queen for 2024 will follow in her footsteps, acting as an ambassador throughout the fair's BBQ cook-off and 10-day event. In addition to attending receptions, livestock shows, and auctions, the Queen will also represent the fair at community events, and holiday gatherings throughout the year.
The Fort Bend County Fair, first held on October 6-8, 1933, has since grown into one of the largest and most successful fairs in Texas. Its core focus on youth education and a robust scholarship program for deserving students has cemented its place in the community. Annually, forty scholarships are awarded to the county's high school students. The Fort Bend County Fair Association, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, continues to serve the community by providing entertainment and educational opportunities every year.
The crowning ceremony is set to take place on Friday, September 27, 2024. For more information, interested parties can visit fortbendcountyfair.com or contact the Fair Office at 281-342-6171.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
