By Logan Wells, News Director | Logan@kymnradio.net
The Defeat of Jesse James Days 2025 ended Sunday evening with the last official event of the celebration, the coronation of the Ambassadors for the next year. 12 candidates participated in an auditorium full of family, friends, and dignitaries from over 50 different communities throughout the state, known as the Sparkle Section.
The 3 new ambassadors are Elia Craig, Liv Sollom, and Kira Cupp. The 2 new Junior Ambassadors are Marley Rud and Victoria Irwin. Liv Sollom was awarded the Golden Heart Award, which is an award voted on by the candidates as the person who displays the most warmth, selflessness, helping others, volunteers tirelessly, is passionate, and a positive role model. Liv received $250 for this award, which was donated by Lemke Building and Remodeling.
The selection panel was made up of three out-of-town individuals who look for communication skills, poise, personality and most importantly a team of five that will work together over the next year. They conducted formal interviews, had an evening of social judging, and attended the ‘Meet the Candidate” event prior to last night’s coronation.
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During the prior 2 months, all the candidates participated in a number of activities, including volunteering at Feed My Starving Children, distributing brochures to downtown businesses, helping with Laura Baker Services Assn Summer Fun Day and learned the history at the Northfield History Center.
The outgoing 2025 DJJD Ambassadors, made up of Madi Dinneen, Marea Sieger, Maiah Skluzacek, and Jr Ambassadors Isla Graff and Emily Stowe, have spent the last year representing Northfield. Each was presented with a $2,500 scholarship. The Juniors received $250 in appreciation of their year.
The Minneapolis Aquatennial Ambassador family was in attendance. Queen Addie Lundin presented the Queen’s Charm to Marea Sieger, who was selected to represent Northfield at next year’s Aquatennial. The Aquatennial also presents the Honorary Commodore Award, this year to DJJD Committee volunteer Sam Brogger for her work organizing the Ambassador VIP Reception.
The ambassadors will make over 100 appearances around the state promoting Northfield, volunteering, and growing into leadership roles.
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