Hintz is the daughter of Robert and Debra Hintz. She is a graduate of Flasher High School and will major in music education and agriculture at Dickinson State University. Hintz also received scholarships from the Milk Producers Association of North Dakota, Friends of Dairymen and Midwest Dairy Association.

Five candidates competed for the North Dakota Dairy Princess title. Nancy Leier, 19, of Hague, was named runner-up and Miss Congeniality. She is the daughter of Larry and Rosalind Leier and is majoring in agronomy at Bismarck State College. She also received scholarships from the Milk Producers Association of North Dakota and Friends of Dairymen.

Throughout her year-long reign as North Dakota Dairy Princess, Hintz will make appearances to educate consumers about dairy farmers’ commitment to providing wholesome milk and dairy products, and caring for their animals and the environment. She will visit classrooms to educate children on the importance of including dairy products in their diet every day.