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 New Junior Miss at Effingham County Fair 

Published on July 28, 2025 7:49 am
Last Updated on July 28, 2025 8:10 am

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Congratulations to Leah Ring, the 2025 Effingham County Fair Junior Miss.

Leah was crowned in ceremonies held Sunday evening. She will assist the queen in various activities over the course of Fair Week.

Leah is the daughter of Alec and Christina Ring.

This year’s runner-up is Ava Hecht, daughter of Tim and Jennifer Hecht. Second runner-up is Jenna Bohnhoff, daughter of Adam and Kelly Bohnhoff, third runner-up is Kenzie Koester, daughter of Shane and Jessica Koester, and fourth runner-up is Miley Pontious, daughter of Shane and Jessica Koester.

The Elizabeth Weidner Award winner was Elizabeth Kreke, daughter of Lucas and Michelle Koester.