The 2017 Tulip Time Royal Court has been selected.

Queen Halle Van Vark was crowned at the annual announcement party Saturday evening in the Pella High School Auditorium. Van Vark tells KNIA/KRLS News she’s excited for the opportunity to represent the community.

This year’s royal court also includes Sophia Steenhoek, Jennifer Van Haaften, Jessa Bokhoven, and Hannah Emmert.

All of the announcement party was broadcast live on 92.1 KRLS. Tulip Time 2017 will take place from May 4th through 6th.