Warren
Julia Amber Drake
Warren Lady-in-Waiting Julia Drake is the daughter of Kristina Wiedman and Jason Drake. Julia will be escorted by Jerrod Yeagin, son of Aimee Soignet and Jason Yeagin. Julia plays the French horn in the Warren High School Band. She plans to join the Lumberjack Marching Band while she studies mathematics at Stephen F. Austin State University after graduation from High School. In addition to Band, Julia is also a member of the Warren FFA and National Honor Society. She enjoys playing golf during her spare time and loves art. Julia is looking forward to all Dogwood events this spring, especially the Kingsman’s Ball.
Melani Hargrave
Melani Hargrave is the Lady-in-Waiting from Warren. Melani is the daughter of Flor and Wesley Hargrave. Melani is currently the Color Guard Captain at Warren High School. She is also a member of the Criminal Justice Society. Melani works part-time at Elijah’s Café in Woodville. She loves to bake, play tennis, and find time to go fishing when she isn’t busy with school or work. Melani has plans to enter the medical field, but she has not chosen a specific path yet. Melani is very excited to be a part of the Dogwood Festival this year and looks forward to coronation night. Melani has chosen Liam McClusky to be her escort. Liam is the son of Felesha and Will McClusky.
Roxanne Rebecca Spurlock
Roxanne Spurlock is representing Warren as a Lady-in-Waiting. Roxie is the daughter of Kirsten and Caleb Spurlock. She loves the outdoors and enjoys activities such as kayaking, skiing, and horseback riding. Roxie is proud to be the newest ‘Fightin’ Texas Aggie’, as she will begin her studies in animal science at Texas A&M in the fall. She has been spending as much time as possible shadowing at the local veterinary clinic, as she wants to learn more about the career she is pursuing. This is Roxie’s second time on stage as a member of the Royal Court, as she was a trainbearer to the Queen at the 75th festival. Roxie will be escorted by Zachary Tanton, son of Gena and Mike Tanton.