Deanna Bonn, Freelancer
Special to the Times-Gazette

The Miss El Dorado 2025 pageant was held on Thursday, September 25, at the El Dorado Performing Arts Center. With the theme 24 Karat Magic, contestants shined as they took the stage in a competition designed to highlight confidence, poise, and talent.

The evening began with contestant introductions, followed by the talent competition for the Teen and Miss Divisions. Madison Allan Blackburn performed a spoken word piece about protecting the bee population, and Keeley Bice played a clarinet solo. Younger participants then brought energy and flair to the stage during Fun Fashion. The competition concluded with Evening Gown, where all contestants were presented with grace and style. Teen and Miss contestants also answered an on-stage question during this final category.

Competition results:

Miss El Dorado – Madison Allan Blackburn, who also received a scholarship to Butler Community College.

Miss Teen El Dorado – Keeley Bice

Miss El Dorado Princess – Raycelyn Pyle

Little Miss El Dorado – Kennedy Bables

Mini Miss El Dorado – Teagan Joy Pyle

Tiny Miss El Dorado – Phiera Kreusel

This year’s Miss El Dorado Ambassadors are Paisley Marie Dawson, Daisy Davis, Genevieve Engraf, Julianna Burford, and Ellie Jo Rasband.

All the young women helped promote and support Gold Fest and will continue to represent the community throughout the year at a variety of events.

Special recognition:

Fun Fashion Winner: Kennedy Bables

People’s Choice Winner: Ellie Jo Rasband

The judges tasked with selecting this year’s titleholders were Linda Baines, Erin Burden, and Lluvia Quintero.

The Miss El Dorado Pageant continues to encourage young women to grow in confidence, express their individuality, and serve the El Dorado community.