The 2024 Linn County Fair Queen is Jayda Bowman she is from Marion and just graduated from Linn-Mar High School. She is the daughter of Jarod and Leann Bowman. Jayda was actively involved in her school and outside organizations. Jayda is involved with 4-H Lion Leaders, CTE Committee, SODA and participates in Track and Field to name a few. Jayda is a proud member of the Indian Creek 4-H Club where she served in many leadership roles during her time. While at the fair she enjoys showing her pigs, specifically with the Bacon Buddies show and helping out in the council booth. Jayda will continue her passion and love for welding at Kirkwood Community College.
The 2024 Linn County Fair Princess is Katie (Katelynn) Sterling is from Swisher and has just graduated from Prairie High School. She is the daughter of Eric and Julie Sterling. Katie is busy with many activities including, Student Council, FFA, cheerleading, National Honor Society & Science National Honors Society, track, wrestling and Key Club. Even though being involved with the Linn County Fair only recently she has enjoyed her experiences showing dairy cattle, bucket bottle and spreading the word about Prairie FFA. Katie’s plan is to attend Iowa State University with plans to be an agriculture education teacher.
The reigning 2024 Linn County Fair Queen and Princess were crowned at the 2024 Linn County Fair on June 27 at 5:00 pm in the Farm Bureau Pavilion.