Andrew Trnka is Masopust King

“Masopust”, the time of carnivals which historically ended on Ash Wednesday, is the oldest continuous holiday feast in the Czech lands. Montgomery has been celebrating it short of 20 years, most recently on Sunday.

Among the dancing, celebrating and eating, a new ambassador was crowned. Andrew Trnka, son of Jon and Ronna Trnka of Montgomery, takes over the duties from Zach Tuma who held the position for two years.

Andrew was one of two candidates interested in the role. The other was Ben Heyda.

Both young men participated in an off-stage interview before Andrew was selected.

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