HOISINGTON — Six candidates have been chosen for the 2025 Citizen of the Year. Voting began Monday, Jan. 19 and closes at 8 a.m. Jan. 28.

The candidates include: Melody Braddy, Karla Crissman, Mike Harmon, Keith Kennon, Deanna Ochs and Kenton Renz. 

The winner will be revealed at the 60th annual Hoisington Chamber of Commerce Banquet on Saturday, Jan. 31 at the Columbus Club.

How to vote

Choose one nominee. Vote online at www.hoisingtonkansas.com/vote-citizen-of-the-year; send your selection by email to hoisingtoncofc@outlook.com; drop off or mail your ballot to Hoisington Chamber of Commerce, 123 N. Main St., Hoisington, KS 67544.

Eligible voters must be a current Hoisington resident