'Little Miss' Pageant Returns to Life at Memorial Park

The Little Miss Morrisons Cove Pageant came to life once again on Monday, July 1, at Memorial Park in Martinsburg.

The gymnasium at the park held more than 250 people who came to view their loved ones, friends and family.

There were 31 girls who entered the pageant, which had not been held for some time. With the numbers that high, it shows the enthusiasm the community has for this event.

Three classes existed – Tiny Miss, Junior Miss and Miss. The categories were from preschool to fifth grade.

Ashlyn Harr was named Tiny Miss Spring Cove. Candice Heuston was named runner-up.

Layla Hoover was selected Junior Miss Spring Cove. Alanna Swope was named runner-up.

Madison Harris won the title of Miss Spring Cove. Kenly Ickes was named runner-up.

Todd Thompson, director of the Todd T. Thompson Funeral Home Inc. of Roaring Spring, was the master of ceremonies for the evening.

Kara Slick, Emily Keith and Chris Gojmerac organized the event. Slick said it took about three months to plan. The response was great, she said, and there have been a few bumps along the way.

Monday evening was no exception. The sound system was not available as it was already in use. Thompson did his best to raise his voice so all could hear and repeat to the judges what each contestant said.

The judges were Melinda Green, Angela Davies and Dwayne Kaufman, all who do not reside in the Cove. This was planned to prevent anyone from thinking someone had preconceived notions.

Roots in the Cove provided all the flowers for the girls. Slick wanted to extend a big thank you for its services.

The event was well organized and the group looks forward to next year's event.

The contestants were in the Martinsburg Agricultural Parade on Tuesday, July 2.