There’s been a lot to do since Friday – ribbon cutting, a car show, riding a horse, milking goats, and greasing down some pigs.
“This week has been filled with so many events,” Miss National Peanut Festival Jakia Pearson said. “… It’s just a blessing to be able to grow a deeper appreciation for the agriculture industry but also while having fun, too, with the festival and meeting new people.”
People are also reading… At 20, Pearson’s win stood out for two reasons – she became the first Black contestant to win the pageant and the first representative from Slocomb to win. The outpouring of support and love on social media and in person has been awesome, Pearson said. A cowgirl, Harper lives with her family on a farm in Geneva. She’s experienced at goat tying – similar rodeo calf roping – and even won a buckle for her skills. She wants to add a goat to the family’s farm of horses, cows, dogs, and cats. She’s also getting a fish, which she plans to win at the fair.
With a busy day on Monday, including the calf scramble and greased pig contest that night, Harper said she was looking forward to having Tuesday off to go to the festival with her friends.
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