Miss Kane County 2025: Once Upon a Time

The curtain rose on a magical evening at the 2025 Miss Kane County Pageant, where this year’s theme, “Once Upon a Time,” brought fairy tales to life in a celebration of talent, grace and community spirit.

Left to right, photos courtesy of Camberly Anderson:

• Miss Kane County Mini Miss and Little Miss Participants with 2024 Miss Kane County Teen First Attendant Sheridyn Hoyt.

• Miss Kane County Teen Kimber Cluff and Princess Evelyn Geiger.

• Allie Corry, Liza Rogers, Kimber Cluff, Evelynn Geiger, CreeAnne Anderson, Braelyn Felish.

The night began with a lively production number featuring all contestants dressed as beloved fictional fairy-tale characters, setting a whimsical tone for the evening. Contestants showcased a remarkable range of talents, from dance and singing to knife throwing, comedy, balloon art and sign language interpretation.

The elegant evening gown segment followed, with each young woman escorted by her father - or, in one case, by a friend helping out when dads work didn’t schedule out. Their poise and confidence shone as they walked the stage.

Special Awards for the night included:

Most Photogenic: Allie Corry Community Strong:

Emma Bartlett Service Award: CreeAnne Anderson

Miss Congeniality: Evelyn Geiger

Audience Vote winners were:

Best Gown: Emma Bartlett Best Talent: Allie Corry

Best Presentation: Kimber Cluff

Royalty Titles were awarded as follows:

Princess Second Attendant: Braelyn Felish

Princess First Attendant: CreeAnne Anderson

Miss Kane County Princess 2025: Evelynn Geiger

The Miss Kane County Teen Royalty Court winners were:

Teen Second Attendant: Allie Corry

Teen First Attendant: Liza Rogers

Miss Kane County Teen: Kimber Cluff

Throughout the evening, contestants presented their personal platforms and community service initiatives to both the judges and the audience. This year’s court will champion causes such as human connectivity, U.S. blood supply shortages, bullying prevention, cystic fibrosis awareness, building confidence and outdoor preparedness. Over the next year, these young women will be active in community events, sharing their messages and working to educate and inspire Kane County residents.

Pageant organizers extended heartfelt thanks to the many families, friends, and local businesses whose sponsorships made the evening possible. In total, the royalty took home over $5,000 in scholarships, $500 in award money and more than $600 in experiences & SWAG each, to enjoy during their reign. Thank you to support coaches Calli Kelly and Gentry Glazier. To our Batman Light and Sound Guys Teagan and Rob who “saved the day.” We have such a supportive and amazing community that want to see our youth rise!

The spotlight also shone earlier this season on Kane County’s youngest royalty during the Little Miss and Mini Miss Pageants. As part of the 2024 MKC Teen First Attendant Sheridyn Hoyt’s Community Service Initiative. The winners were:

Miss Photogenic: Caylee Anderson

Miss Congeniality: Samantha Ousterhout

Mini Miss Court Third Attendant: Sasha Shepherd

Mini Miss Court Second Attendant: Kennedy Hinton

Mini Miss Court First Attendant: Haiven Johnson

Mini Miss Winner: Millie Millard

Little Miss Court Fourth Attendant: Lydia Geiger

Little Miss Court Third Attendant: Remington Johnson

Little Miss Court Second Attendant: Meah Hoyt

Little Miss Winner: Maycee Millard

From fairy-tale beginnings to the final crowning moments, the 2025 Miss Kane County Pageant was a night to remember - celebrating not only beauty and talent but also service, leadership, and the dreams of young women determined to make a difference. We say goodbye to our out-going royalty Kaylee Brinkerhoff, Sheridyn Hoyt, Beka Rogers, Ellarie Sloan, Emma Bartlet and Shelby Tullis. I want to remind them that although they no longer wear their crowns, they still can lead and shine wherever they go.

It’s always a pleasure to showcase the beautiful and talented young women of our county and get to work with them each to see their growth and leadership extend to new heights. This coming year will be no different, I’m sure. After all, a dream is a wish your heart makes! Let’s make those dreams come true.