Avery Kita crowned 2024 Venetian Queen

CHARLEVOIX — Charlevoix High School Senior Avery Kita was named the 2024 Venetian Queen in front of a crowd of hundreds at the Odmark Pavilion on Wednesday, July 24.

The Miss Charlevoix Venetian Queen competition is a scholarship-based program designed to recognize and reward the talents, intelligence and community involvement of young women in Charlevoix. There were seven women participating this year. All were required to write an introduction letter, compose an essay, prepare and deliver a persuasive speech, and complete both panel and personal interviews with judges selected from outside the Charlevoix community.

Gemma Bonney was named the first runner-up, earning a $1,000 scholarship. Kaydence McPherson, who secured the second runner-up position, received a $500 scholarship.

The Miss Congeniality title, which comes with a $250 scholarship, was awarded to Trista Miller, who was recognized for her kindness and camaraderie among the contestants.

The Venetian Queen coordinator Tanya Simpson addressed the crowd on Wednesday, highlighting the achievements of all the participants and the importance of the event in fostering community spirit and supporting educational aspirations.

Kita was crowned by the outgoing Venetian Queen, Karlee Eaton.

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— Contact reporter Annie Doyle at (231) 675-0099 and adoyle@charlevoixcourier.com

This article originally appeared on The Petoskey News-Review: Avery Kita crowned 2024 Venetian Queen