Heartland Idol Preliminary Round Contestants Announced
The stage is set for SEMO ESPN’s 2022 Heartland Idol competition, presented by Ritter Communications! Thanks to everyone who auditioned and congratulations to those who moved on to the preliminary rounds! You’re among those with a chance to perform on the grandstand stage at the SEMO District Fair and win $1,000!
There are three preliminary rounds, with the first coming up August 4, 7pm, at the Pulaski County Fair. Here is the list of those who will perform that night:
- Cedrica Rodgers
- Joe Wilcox
- Whitley Staffen
- Alice Helle
- Paul Glass
- Terra Chantle
- Jon Medlin
- Marandia Rhodes
- Avagail Nations
- Dale Schultz
Remember – there will be TWO judges’ picks and ONE audience favorite for a total of three people that will move on to perform on the grandstand at the SEMO District Fair, so don’t forget to bring your cheering section!
Join SEMO ESPN as we continue the quest to name your 2022 Heartland Idol, presented by Ritter Communications with the Pulaski County Fair, Benton Neighbor Days, the SEMO District Fair and Randy Palen Karaoke!
The remaining preliminary rounds and contestants:
Benton Neighbor Days – Sept 3 (7p)
- Jacob Thompson
- Miranda Schlosser
- Michael Askue
- Cashae Schearf
- Iliana Zuniga
- Sarah Miller
- Taylor Brotherton
- Crystal Travelstead
- Hannah Allen
- Claire Bonner
SEMO Fair Activities Tent – Sept 10 (7p)
- Ethan Huber
- Hailey Ahlvin
- Rosaline Bailey
- Kaci Schearf
- Robbie Poley
- James Hornbuckle
- Chelsea Bannister
- Jessica Ramsey
- Tyana Amstrong
- April Creech
Congrats and good luck!
