PIERCETON - Three local girls are competing for the 2008 Miss Pierceton title.
The annual contest is decided by the amount of money each candidate raises. Candidates get one vote for every penny they raise. The girls may choose to raise money in a variety of ways, including car washes, bake sales and money cans. The contestants have until 5 p.m. Monday to collect votes.The contestant raising the most money will receive a $200 savings bond, second place will receive a $100 savings bond, and third place will receive a $50 savings bond. All contestants will receive a gift bag.
This year's contestants are:
n Alisha Shaske, 16, Pierceton, is the daughter of Scott and Mary Jo Shaske. A junior at Whitko High School, she likes horseback riding, camping, fishing, swimming and other outdoors activities. She plans to attend college and become an obstetrician gynecologist.
n Bridget Dawson, 14, Columbia City, is the daughter of Christina Dawson. An eighth-grader at Whitko Middle School, she likes hanging out with her friends and drawing designs to use for her own clothing someday. She is a Girl Scout and is involved with Charmaine Model Agency. She won first place at the Indiana Academic Spell Bowl and was named to the honor roll and perfect attendance list at school. She plans to attend college and become an actress or model.
n Karissa Keener, 15, Pierceton, is the daughter of Brent and Sonya Keener. A sophomore at Whitko High School, she enjoys swimming, coloring, shopping, texting, spending time with family, her boyfriend and friends. She is involved with Sunshine Society and her youth group. She has received awards and recognitions in swimming, cutie contest and for perfect attendance at school. She plans to finish high school and attend college.
