Isla Emerson sporting her state costume. Photo by Rebecca Davis.
Zoey Skjerva in her evening gown. Skjerva was Teen Miss Pumpkinfest and resides in Cando. Photo by Rebecca Davis.
Mother-daughter duo, Tara and Isla Emerson, had the honor of competing together at the pageant.
Amelia Ripple in her formal gown. Ripple was crowned as Junior Teen Pumpkinfest before competing at the Empire Arts Center last weekend. Photo by Rebecca Davis.
On Sunday, April 6,18 contestants took the stage at the Empire Arts Center in Grand Forks, N.D. to compete for the title of Mrs. North Dakota America, Mrs. North Dakota American and Miss North Dakota for America Strong 2025, along with Junior Queen titles in each age division.
The pageant is co-directed by Michael and Meg Morley of Grand Forks, N.D., who own and operate Forevermorley Productions, L…