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By Bart Moss Published

1:53 pm Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Crowning the Wildcat Queen

PHOTO BY BART MOSS

Stefanie Castillo reigns as Homecoming Queen at Tharptown High School, crowned Friday at the THS homecoming game. Castillo is the daughter of Esvin Castillo and Rosario Chavez. She is a member of the History Honor Society, Drama Club and Talent Search. She is also the president of the Cosmetology and Spanish clubs and is a member of the student leadership team for school improvement.

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Crowning the Wildcat Queen

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