Rachel Gootee is the 2015 Marion County Distinguished Young Woman.
Gootee won the title along with preliminary scholarship, self-expression, talent and Be Your Best Self awards.
She is the daughter of John and Lou Ann Gootee.
Look for more about Gootee in the Aug. 6 print edition.
Here are the winners from Saturday night's program at Marion County High School:
Distinguished Young Woman — Rachel Gootee
First runner-up — Mary Beth Childers