PHS Seniors Eva Kowalski and Patricia Jackson last month participated in the Distinguished Young Women program in Ketchikan.

Eight young women participated in a week-long event formerly known as Junior Miss. The competition is to promote and reward scholarship, leadership and talent. The winner of the local event will compete on the national level in Mobile, Ala.

The competition, was open to young women who have never been married or given birth, and met GPA and other requirements.

Competitors are put through the paces including a 10-minute personal interview, a 90-second talent, and are...