Castle Rock cowgirl Jessica McKinney fulfilled a childhood dream when she was crowned Miss Douglas County Fair and Rodeo Princess 2008.

She captured the coveted title during the 11 th annual Douglas County Royalty Pageant. To win the competition, she contended in the horsemanship, personality, and speech competitions.

Miss McKinney is the 14-year-old daughter of Jeff and Meredith McKinney and the oldest of four children. She is a 9th grade homeschooled student and enjoys riding her quarter horse Bo.

In addition to her royalty duties, she takes pleasure in playing the violin in the Arapahoe Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, being an active member in 4-H, and barrel racing. Meeting new people and spending time with friends adds to her hobbies. Rodeo and horses capture a huge passion in her life and she strives to keep the western heritage alive. Through Douglas County 4-H, she won the Colorado State Fair Grand Champion Fiddler and Vocalist. Jessica looks forward to representing Douglas County throughout Colorado at rodeos, parades, and luncheons. To learn more about the Douglas County Royalty Program, click here.

"As Miss Douglas County Fair and Rodeo Princess, I look forward to being a part of 90 years of Douglas County Fair and Rodeo and this Royalty legacy. I am proud to represent the wonderful sport of rodeo through this town. I am ready to work hard and represent our county with pride. I would like to thank my family for supporting me along the way. Most of all, I would like to thank my Heavenly Father who has given me this passion. May I use it for Him and glorify His name with all of my heart. "