 This year's election was a historic one and so is the opportunity to attend the presidential inauguration. One lucky local student will be making her way from Bemidji to the White House. Haiti Clatter has the story. Unbelievable, joyful, and definitely excited. That's how 17-year-old Taylor Comet Hiltz can describe the feeling when she found out she would attend the upcoming presidential inauguration. I also get to be there on my own, see all this stuff, bring back the information that I learned and share with people who probably never even thought of going to DC. And the fact that I get to go during the presidential inauguration is just a huge plus. Now a junior at Bemidji High School, Taylor has lived in Beltrami County for 11 years. As a child, Taylor worked hard and was very determined. Her mother couldn't be more proud. Taylor's worked very hard for all of her accomplishments. I don't think I could be any more proud or excited for this opportunity. Taylor has won more than 200 ribbons and trophies for her achievements as a Grant Valley 4-H club member. She also won an election of her own. Taylor is now the president-elect of the Beltrami County 4-H Council. It took about three months and Taylor had to answer essay questions in the process. Out of 250 applications, she's won a 45 to attend. It's definitely something that I probably never would have even dreamed of doing. But when this opportunity kind of just fell into my lap, I jumped at the chance. Presidents are elected every four years, but this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. In Bemidji, Haiti-Claude, Lakeland News. When she returns, Taylor will follow up with the organizations that help fund her trip by giving a presentation about the experience. If you'd like to help Taylor, you can contact the Beltrami County 4-H office.