October 28, 2026 Local Stories in and Around St. Joseph, Illinois

Get to know our Little Prince and Princess candidates: Ivy Jo Johnson

What is your favorite part of summer?

Ivy’s favorite part of summer is going to the lake with her family.

She likes to go on fast boat rides and eating endless snacks.

What do you want to be when you grow up?
When she grows up, she wants to be a waitress at Monical’s her favorite pizza place.

What is your favorite part of school?
At school, she likes math because there are many games to play.

What is your favorite book?
Junie B. Jones is her favorite book series, she reads them every night before bed because Junie B. is really silly.

What is your favorite tv show?
Bluey is her top pick for cartoons, she has watched them all.

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