PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – The annual search for a ruler of the Portland Rose Festival Court has come to a close with a Lincoln High School senior crowned queen.

Ava Rathi was crowned early Friday morning ahead of the Grand Floral Parade this weekend. She will serve as the official ambassador of the Rose Festival for the following year.

"I am excited to be selected as Queen of Rosaria because I will get to interact with so many people in the City of Portland that I know and love," Rathi said. "And especially to represent the other 14 incredible members of the 2025 Rose Festival Court."

According to Rose Festival organizers, Rathi was chosen due to her academic excellence, leadership, and community service. She shared the following statement via the festival’s Instagram account:

"I am invo

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