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Strawberry Blonde winners in the 4-6 years old age category are, from left, first-place winner Madelynn Williams, third-place winner Haylee Snider and second-place winner Grayson Marsh. / Photos by Monica Zalaznik

The berry best: Festival announces Strawberry Blonde, Diaper Derby winners

BUCKHANNON — The 81st annual West Virginia Strawberry Festival Board of Directors is pleased to announce the winners of two festival-favorite competitions — Strawberry Blonde and Diaper Derby.

Results and photos appear below:

Strawberry Blonde Winners 2023

Ages 0-12 months:

  • First place — Ella Elza
  • Second place — John Jenkins
  • Third place — Charlie Howes

Ages 13 months to 3 years old:

  • First place — Emilyn Alkire
  • Second place — Clyde Smith
  • Third place — Sophie Moore

Ages 4-6 years old:

  • First place — Madelynn Williams
  • Second place — Grayson Marsh
  • Third place — Haylee Snider

Adult Strawberry Blonde:

  • First place — Sophia Fox
  • Second place — Emily Barnes
  • Third place — Jeana Carpenter

Diaper Derby Winners 2023

Infant (6-12 months):

  • First place — Natalie Strong
  • Second place — Levi Lewis
  • Third place — Hazelee Currence

Pre-toddler (13-18 months):

  • First place — Deyton Cerullo
  • Second place — Jillian Lake
  • Third place — Malachi Riffle

Toddler (19-24 months):

  • First place — Keyanna Bleigh
  • Second place — Maisie Critchfield

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