Bohnenkamp Named N.D. Dairy Princess

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Congratulations to Shelby Bohnenkamp, Milnor, N.D. the newly crowned North Dakota Dairy Princess! Shelby, 18, is the daughter of Bob and Mary Bohnenkamp and plans to study law at North Dakota State College of Science.

Shelby will represent nearly 300 dairy farmers and serve as the official goodwill ambassador for North Dakota’s dairy industry for the coming year. She will also make numerous public appearances and participate in media interviews and promotional events.

As North Dakota Dairy Princess, Bohnenkamp receives a $400 scholarship from the North Dakota Milk Producers Association and a $300 scholarship from the Friends of the Dairymen.

Sarah Holle of New Salem was named first runner-up. Holle, 19, daughter of Charles and Catherine Holle, is studying social science composite education at Dickinson State University. Holle was also awarded a $200 scholarship from the North Dakota Milk Producers Association, a $200 scholarship from the Friends of the Dairymen and a $500 scholarship sponsored by Midwest Dairy Association-North Dakota Division.