Dexter, Missouri - Melanie McKuin was the 4^th contestant at Charles Bland Stadium on Friday night.

Melanie is the 18 year-old daughter of Barry and Kim McKuin.

She is active in Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Foreign Language Club, Lady Cats Varsity Basketball, and Drama, Speech, and Debate Team.

Her plans for the future are to attend college and then Pharmacy School.

Mr. Cody Pullum escorted Melanie.  Cody is the 17 year-old son of Angie Laden and Tony Pullum.

Cody’s three words to describe Melanie are: Smart, Dedicated and Trustworthy.