June 19, 2026 Local Stories in and Around St. Joseph, Illinois

5 things you don’t know about me…..Campbell Flessner

Campbell is in the running for the title of Little Princess! She is six years old. We asked her to answer five questions ahead of the Little Prince and Princess event which will be held Friday at 6:30 p.m. at the Sports Complex.

Voting is taking place until tomorrow at 2 p.m. at the IGA, DQ and Gifford State Bank. You can also vote online.

What is your favorite book and why?
Piggy and Gerald because it is about friendship.

What is your favorite color?
Purple

What is your favorite animal and why?
Giraffe because they have a long neck.

What do you want to do when you grow up?
A nurse

What is your favorite tv show?
Little House in the Prairie

By Nora Maberry August 7, 2019

in People

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