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Van Wert Today
By the People, for the People
Van Wert High School's Meah Johnson Crowned 2026 Peony Queen
The annual event was held last night at the Lifehouse Church in Van Wert.
Mar. 28, 2026 at 11:40pm
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Meah Johnson, a student at Van Wert High School, was crowned the 2026 Peony Queen at the annual event held at the Lifehouse Church in Van Wert. Johnson also won the $500 Talent scholarship and a $100 scholarship for being Most Photogenic.
Why it matters
The Peony Queen Jubilee is a longstanding tradition in the Van Wert community, celebrating local high school students and awarding scholarships to support their educational pursuits.
The details
Johnson sang 'I Know Where I've Been' from Hairspray as part of the talent competition, which earned her the $500 talent scholarship. She also received a $100 scholarship for being named Most Photogenic. Other candidates included Emily Lichtle from Crestview (Runner-up, Miss Congeniality), Jayden Bragg from Lincolnview, and Chloe Nielsen from Vantage Career Center.
- The annual event was held last night (March 28, 2026).
The players
Meah Johnson
A student at Van Wert High School who was crowned the 2026 Peony Queen.
Emily Lichtle
A student from Crestview High School who was named Runner-up and Miss Congeniality.
Jayden Bragg
A student from Lincolnview High School who was a candidate in the pageant.
Chloe Nielsen
A student from Vantage Career Center who was a candidate in the pageant.
Lowen Maxey
Was named Little Miss (K-2) at the pageant.
Hazel Giessler
Was named Junior Miss (grades 3-5) at the pageant.
The takeaway
The Peony Queen Jubilee continues to be an important community event in Van Wert, celebrating local high school students and providing valuable scholarship opportunities to support their educational goals.
