MV’s Heim takes second at state

Sophia Heim earned second place in extemporaneous speaking at a state speech and drama competition Saturday.

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May 6, 2025 - 1:58 PM

Sophia Heim shows off her second-place medal in extemporaneous speaking Saturday at the Class 1A State Speech and Drama Championships at McPherson. Courtesy photo

MCPHERSON — Marmaton Valley High School junior Sophia Heim picked up a silver medal Saturday, taking second in extemporaneous speaking at the Class 1A State Speech and Drama Championships.

Heim, the sole Marmaton Valley competitor, narrowly missed out on a second state medal, finishing seventh in informative speaking, advancing as far as the semifinal round. The top six finalists receive medals.

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