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In search of the ghosts of Crownpoint

Lucky Sophia just got luckier with new digs

For the ‘Highway 160’ team of Don Hunter, Ryan Smith, and Herb Smith, the type of horse they drew came as a complete surprise.

Outgoing Miss Navajo Alyson Shirley stood next to the final two contestants with the crown she wore all year, waiting to see who would succeed her on Saturday night at the Dean C. Jackson Memorial Arena.

Second time is the charm for Ronda Joe after she was announced the 2016-2017 Miss Navajo Nation at Dean C. Jackson Rodeo Arena during the 70th Navajo Nation Fair and Rodeo on Saturday night, Sept. 10, 2016.