Miss Czech Slovak Pageant crowns new royalty

After two years of cancellations due to the covid pandemic, crowns and kroj were back at the 33rd annual Miss Czech Slovak Minnesota Pageant on Saturday in Montgomery. After a competition in categories of talent, ethnic folk dress, on-stage interview, poise, appearance, and private interviews, new royalty were crowned. Marisa Winget (left) was crowned Queen. Sarah Holicky (center), of Montgomery, received the title of First Princess, and Hailie Wentworth was named Second Princess. Read more in the print edition. (Wade Young Photo)