Edison High School unveils 2026 prom court

'Lost in Paradise,' is set for April 26 with a promenade at 4 p.m. in Richmond

Pictured in front, from left, are queen candidates Gianna “GG” Zimmerman, Sophia Henderson, Andalyn “Andy” McConnaughy, Kennedy Baker, Lena Wagner, Josephine “Josie” Lesnansky and Alivia Kowalcyzk. In back are king candidates Connor Watson, Bryce Rogers, Nolan Haught, Clayton Bokunevitz, Brock Koehnlein, Brady Wells and Luke Ferralli.

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Published April 23, 2026 - 10:51 a.m.

Edison High School has unveiled its 2026 prom court ahead of its special night. “Lost in Paradise” is the theme of the event, which will be held Sunday, April 26, at the Mingo Junction Knights of Columbus Hall. The promenade begins at 4 p.m. at the high school in Richmond, where the king and queen will be crowned. Dinner and dancing will follow at the hall.

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