Swine Festival royalty enjoying last year’s event is seen above. From left, are, Ava Manuel, Mallory Ortego, Bailey Stelly, Champion Hog Caller Jackie Ravey in the pig costume, Abigail Fruge, Carson Johnson, Vanessa Lastrapes, and Skyla McElfresh. (Submitted photo)
Staff Report The 2023 Louisiana Swine Festival Pageants are set for Oct. 14 at McFarlain Memorial Gym at Basile High School. The main pageant will begin at 4 p.m. for the crowning of Miss La. Swine Festival for contestants between the ages of 17 and 23. The 4 p.m. pageant will also crown Miss Teen for 15 and 16 year olds and Ms. Swine Festival for those older than 23. Interviews start at 9 a.m. fo…
