MARYSVILLE — Applications are being accepted for next year’s royalty for the Marysville Strawberry Festival.

Interested in making some money for college scholarships? How about making new friends? Or how about developing leadership and public speaking skills? Seniors and juniors in high school in Lakewood or Marysville are eligible.

Oct. 14 is the deadline for applications, which can be found online at www.maryfest.org.