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DYW Award Details
To start the program, 2023's participants dance to "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun," choreographed by last year's winner Kristal Ford
Continued from front page Scholastic category was worth 25% of the final score.
The second criteria was determined by a ten minute interview with the judges, in which the participant is evaluated on her “personality, her ability to relate to others, her maturity and her ability to express herself.” The interview committee was composed of Shawna Daniels and Sam Henderson. In the interview category, the $200 finalists were Alexis Shaw and Rayleigh Barnes, whose awards were donated by Joe and Sandra Thomas, ATC Communications, Flinders Realty & Exchange, Inc, and Josh and Natalie Paskett. The winner of the $300 award for the category was Raegan Smith, and the award was provided by NuCor Steel-UtahThe Interview component also represented 25% of the final score.
The third criteria was Fitness, which involved performing to a scripted routine, choreographed by Ashlee Jensen, of physical activity. The category was judged on the basis of “stamina, coordination, agility, and flexibility.” To a backdrop of “Eye of the Tiger” participants executed pushups, situps, burpees, and a variety of other, nonstop elements. $200 finalists for the event were Alexis Shaw and Journie Tovey, whose awards were donated by Horsley Funeral Home, Subway, and Jared and Laura Moyle. The $300 winner was Rayleigh Barnes, whose award was donated by The Gym: Total Health & Fitness, Dusty Roche, Lincoln Financial Advisor. Fitness accounted for 15% of the score. Fitness was the first element of the competition scoring which was on display during the evening.
The fourth criteria was the Talent competition, which allowed each of the participants 90 seconds to display their specific talent of choice. Katie Marble used the 90 seconds to create a quick painting of a mountainous sunset; Becca Ward performed a vocal solo; Kayleigh Worrell performed a dramatic theatrical piece; Rayleigh Barnes performed a dance solo; Raegan Smith performed a piano solo; Alexis Shaw performed a dance solo; and Journie Tovey performed a gymnastics routine. Rayleigh Barnes and Journie Tovey were the $200 finalists in the competition, with the awards donated by Nell J Redfield Memorial Hospital and Oneida County Clinic, Studio A Dance, and Alaina Schrenk, CPA. The $300 winner was Raegan Smith, with the award provided by Last Mile Wireless, and J Peak Propane. The Talent portion was worth 20% of the final score.
The final component was the “Self-Expression” category, which allowed each of the women to briefly respond to one of the emcee’s questions. The questions, such as “what would you do to stop bullying?” and “what is your most important possession?” were answered in a variety of ways, from the humorous to the very thoughtful, and accounted for 15% of the total score. The two $200 Finalists in the category were Rayleigh Barnes and Alexis Shaw. The awards were donated by Thomas Electric, and Paula Davis and Ashlee Jensen. The $300 winner was Raegan Smith, whose award was donated by Hess NAPA/ Hess Truck Auto Ag, and Joan and Jenny Hawkins.
Before the final awards were tabulated, last year’s DYW Kristal Ford was presented with a retrospective of her year with the title, and was presented with flowers by her parents. Previous DYW winners Rebekah Smith and Mikki Clark also presented “Forget-Me-Not” performances.
After a suspenseful time for the judges to make their final decisions, the women took the stage again. As a result of a combination of all the score elements, Alexis Shaw was named the 2nd Alternate Distinguished Young Woman of 2023, with a $600 award provided by Allen Drug, Oneida Family Dental, and Complete Fitness Innovations. Rayleigh Barnes was named the 1st Alternate, with an $800 award provided by Hess Lumber and Home Center. Raegan Smith was named the Distinguished Young Woman of Malad for 2023, with a $1000 award provided by the DYW Committee and the Malad 4th of July Fun Run.
Additionally, a “Spirit of Distinguished Young Women” award was selected by the participants for the woman they felt contributed most to a fun and welcoming competition and awarded to Katie Marble. The $300 award was provided by the Dude Ranch Café and Mike and Danece Hess. A category of awards for overall performance called “Be Your Best Self” was given to Katie Marble, Kaleigh Worrell and Becca Ward. The awards were donated by Mountain West Drilling, Mike Frandsen, Dr. Brady Robbins, Rhonda Daniels, and Kim and Sue Evans.
Hailey Sweeten was the Production Chairman of a very well-produced event. Paula Davis served as the Secretary and Treasurer. Pamela Mills chaired the assorted judges. Sandra Thomas served as the tabulator. Alaina Shrenk was in charge of fundraising and gathering donations. The tickets and program were designed by Candis Schow. Laurie and Jeff Richins managed the lights, sound, and stage. Hair and makeup specialist was Hayli Jeppsen. Decorations were provided by Chris Jensen of Daisy Hollow Floral. Catering and Admission were handled by Nikki Schwartz. Crystal Kimberling was the official photographer. The Be Your Best Self Program was headed by Hailee Hanks, Heidi Kimberling, Beth Bastian. Laura deJong supervised the Fun Run event.
Ken Eliason Oneida County Commissioner
I have been a commissioner for the past 16 months. I am seeking re-election because I want to continue to serve the residents of Oneida County. I am not beholden to any score-keeping group. I am committed to serve the citizens of Oneida County.
I have experience in and knowledge of the issues and concerns facing Oneida County.
I am a life-long resident of Oneida County with a successful cattle ranch operation for over 40 years.
I believe in controlled county growth that will protect our agriculture industries while allowing all citizens to enjoy living and raising families in the county.
I have had the opportunity to serve my community through my involvement in: Oneida County EMT – 30+ years Curlew Cattle Association Board Member/President Oneida County Search and Rescue – 30+ years Idaho Cattle Association Board of Directors Oneida County FSA committee member – 6 years Various leadership positions in my church
I have a love of my country, my community, the constitution, and my family.
I am a “common sense conservative” when appropriating funds and keeping the county financially sound and in all other areas of decision making. I would appreciate your vote on May 17, 2022
Be your Best Self Awards
Winner $200....Katie Marble Winner $200....Kaleigh Worrell Winner $200....Becca Ward
Self Expression Awards
Finalist $200...Rayleigh Barnes Finalist $200....Alexis Shaw Winner $300....Raegan Smith
Fitness Awards
Finalist $200....Alexis Shaw Finalist $200....Journie Tovey Winner $300....Rayleigh Barnes
Talent Awards
Finalist $200....Rayleigh Barnes Finalist $200....Journie Tovey Winner $300....Raegan Smith
Interview
Finalist $200....Alexis Shaw Finalist $200....Rayleigh Barnes Winner $300....Raegan Smith
Scholastic
Finalist $200....Katie Marble Finalist $200....Alexis Shaw Winner $300....Raegan Smith
Spirit of Distinguished Young Women
Winner $300....Katie Marble
Distinguished Young Woman of Malad 2023 2nd Alternate
Winner $600....Alexis Shaw
Distinguished Young Woman of Malad 2023 1st Alternate
Winner $800....Rayleigh Barnes
Distinguished Young Woman of Malad 2023
Winner $1000....Raegan Smith
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