The Miss Greater Little Rock/Miss Metro/Miss Saline County Scholarship Competition will be held on Sept. 14 at Benton High School, and both Teen and Miss contestants are currently being accepted.
Winners will compete in the Miss Arkansas and Miss Arkansas’ Teen competition in June 2025.
Contestants who reside, attend school or work full-time in Jefferson, Faulkner, Grant, Lonoke, Perry, Pulaski and Saline counties and meet all requirements are eligible for the preliminary, according to a news release.
The Miss Arkansas Scholarship Organization supports the educational goals of women through scholarships and opportunities for advocacy in communities across the state. Their goal is to empower women with the experiences and scholarships that will allow them to achieve their educational goals while developing their presentation skills, talents and confidence.
The current Miss Saline County’s Teen, Bella Crowe, is a senior at Benton High School and finished first runner-up at Miss Arkansas’ Teen in June, receiving over $10,000 in scholarships. She won the overall vocalist scholarship for her performance of the Italian aria, “O Mio Babbino Caro.”
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Crowe has competed in the Miss Arkansas’ Teen organization for the past three years earning more than $18,000 toward higher education.
Contestants will compete in evening gown, talent, personal interview, fitness and on-stage conversation. Through these phases, contestants will have the opportunity to advocate for their community service initiatives and demonstrate how they are uniquely qualified for the title.
To learn more about competition or sponsorship opportunities, email GLRMetro@gmail.com or visit @MissGLRMetroSaline on Instagram. Details: MissArkansas.org.