October 3, 2025/
Freshman Homecoming Attendents
Rylee Erickson & Otto Cox
Rylee is the daughter of Laci & Chad Erickson;
Otto is the son of Tara & Andy Cox
Allie Goble & Owen Ramsey
Allie is the daughter of Katie Richards & Jason Goble;
Owen is the son of Cassie & John Ramsey
Brylee Vernon & Carter Stinson
Brylee is the daughter of Mallory & Josh Vernon;
Carter is the son of Jessica & Aaron Stinson
—photo by Terri Cox | Staff Reporter & Photographer
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