Girls up to age 21 are invited to compete for the title of “Miss Hatchie” during the annual Miss Hatchie Pageant Sunday, October 15, in Brownsville, Tenn. The competition will be held at the Ann Marks Performing Arts Center, 127 North Grand. Competition begins at 2 p.m. Doors will open at 1 p.m.

A queen and three alternates will be chosen in each age category. Trophies and crowns will be awarded. You do not have to be a resident of Brownsville or Haywood County to participate. This competition is a preliminary for the 2018 West Tennessee Strawberry Festival for ages 6-21; all festival rules apply.

Entries will be taken at the door or contestants can pre-register online at www.hatchiefallfest.com. For more information, contact Crystal Austin at 731-443-6509.