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Alli Waine of Juniper Flats is this year’s Wasco County Fair & Rodeo queen, and will serve through 2025. More photos online at columbiagorgenews.com

WASCO CO. — Current Queen Audriyona Gilbert of Warm Springs passed her ambassador duties on to incoming Queen Alli Waine of Juniper Flats to promote and represent The Wasco County Fair & Rodeo throughout the year of 2025.

On March 15, The Imperial River Company in Maupin provided a gathering place for the annual Wasco County Fair & Rodeo Queen Coronation. Upon arriving, guests signed in and were provided a ticket to enjoy a BBQ dinner catered by Faith Lindley. Multiple tables in the lobby displayed many items and services donated by individuals and businesses who supported the silent auction. Following dinner the live auction was conducted by auctioneer Joe Oaks. After the auction,  the band Smock Dogs kept the mood lively and flowing through the evening.