In her first competition of any kind, Eleri Tarrant surprised even herself Sept. 2 when she was named the 2026 Kendall County Fair Queen.

The final call came down to Tarrant and Courtney Curry, who were gathered on center stage in the Kendall Count Fair pavilion.

When the 2026 County Fair Princess title was called for Curry, Tarrant became the queen, and the two embraced at the announcement.