HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State University has selected its 2019 Homecoming royalty finalists. Two of the finalists are from Hutchinson.

This year, there were 24 homecoming royalty nominees representing 20 student organizations and groups. The finalists include five queens and five kings. One finalist for queen is from Hutchinson.

Anna Deal is a junior majoring in communication. She is the daughter of Jeff Deal and Carolyn Morris. Deal is representing the Delta Zeta Sorority.

One finalist for king is also from Hutchinson.

Derek Dreher is a junior majoring in information networking and telecommunications. He is the son of Steve and Kerri Dreher. Dreher is representing the Cybersecurity Club.

The king and queen will be announced at halftime of the homecoming football game on Saturday, Oct. 7. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.