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Distinguished Young Woman 2017 Julia Neuder, center, first runner-up Abby Johnson, right, and second runner-up Emma Reed, left, pose for a photo after Saturday’s program. Neuder received a $3,000 for being selected as Distinguished Young Woman, Johnson received a $2,000 scholarship as first runner-up, and Reed received a $1,000 scholarship as second runner-up. The Spirit Award, which is voted on by the participants, was presented to Eleanore Mearns, who receives a $250 scholarship. The Be Your Best Self Award was presented to Alyssa Webster, who received a $250 scholarship. In the five c…