Dear Editor, Every year I write this letter of thanks with such a grateful heart full of pride for my community. It truly takes a village to make our annual Miss Hamilton County Dove Festival Pageant happen each year. The history and tradition behind Dove Fest is something that is important to a lot of us, and I am so thankful that our pageant tradition is alive and thriving! This year, a record-shattering 2,592 votes were cast for the People’s Choice Award. The Chandler Craig Auditorium was packed with family and friends of each contestant, and we were able to crown a new queen’s court for 2024. It was a beautiful evening kicking off Dove Fest in the best way possible! Thank you to our title sponsor, Extraco Banks, for their willingness to be a part of our event this year. Their support has been crucial to helping our pageant continue to thrive and grow. I look forward to our partnership in the coming years!
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