Distinguished Young Women program on tap

RITZVILLE – A local girl is among the finalists competing for 2022 state Distinguished Young Women Program title.

Lind-Ritzville High School senior Dakota Killian is among the 11 girls vying to replace Kari Largent of Colfax in representing the state.

The contest will take place at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7.

Due to the Wuhan coronavirus, there will not be an audience present for judging, officials said. The program is expected to air on Dintinguished Young Women Program’s social media.

Other participants include Abby Whitemarsh of Ellensburg, Jessica Cochran of Chewelah, Macy Hardin of Clarkston...