February 16, 2026 Local Stories in and Around St. Joseph, Illinois

5 things you don’t know about me… Deklan Quinn

Deklan is in the running for the title of Little Prince! He is six years old. We asked him to answer five questions ahead of the Little Prince and Princess event which will be held Friday at 6:30 p.m. at the Sports Complex.

Voting is taking place until tomorrow at 2 p.m. at the IGA, DQ and Gifford State Bank. You can also vote online.

What is your favorite book and why?  
Dirt bike books because I like dirt bikes.

What is your favorite color?
Orange

What is your favorite animal and why?
Lizards because they are just cool.

What do you want to do when you grow up?
A recycling person

What is your favorite tv show?
LEGO ninjago

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