February 12, 2026 Local Stories in and Around St. Joseph, Illinois

5 things you don’t know about me… McKenzie Keller

McKenzie is in the running for the title of Little Princess! She is six years old. We asked her 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?
10 Apples Up On Top because it’s fun to read.

What is your favorite color?
Pink

What is your favorite animal and why?
Cats because they are so cute and nice.

What do you want to do when you grow up?
Vet

What is your favorite tv show?
Shark Week or I watch YouTube Funnel Vision

By Nora Maberry August 7, 2019

in People

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U of I names December 2020 graduates

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