The Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant is an esteemed annual event in Kinston, North Carolina, celebrating the talent, poise, and community involvement of young women in the area. The upcoming pageant is scheduled for February 22, 2025, at 7 PM, at the Kinston/Lenoir County Performing Arts Center. This year, 12 contestants will compete in various categories, including Interview, Creative Expression, Talent, and Gown. The event will be emceed by David Sawyer and will feature special performances by Miss Neuse 2024, Campbell Price, the Miss Neuse Dancers, Halle Powell – Miss Wendell’s Teen, Lilli Daughety – 2024 Kinston Distinguished Young Woman, Rachel Noble – 2024 Lenoir County Distinguished Young Woman, and Shelton Carter.
Ticket Information:
Reserved Seating: $20
General Admission: $15 in advance; $20 at the door
Tickets can be purchased by contacting Diane Howard at 252-559-0238 or through any contestant.
Meet the Contestants:
Lexi Nicole White
Talent: Lyrical Dance
Education: Junior at Lenoir Community Early College High School
Parent: Nicole Noble
Callie Rae Stanley
Talent: Contemporary Dance
Education: Sophomore at North Lenoir High School
Parents: Thomas and Alicia Stanley
Aislyn Marie Chernault
Talent: Theatrical Acro
Education: Sophomore at South Lenoir High School
Parents: Lillion Brown & Craig Chernault
Malia Rae Bryant
Talent: Jazz Dance
Education: Sophomore at North Lenoir High School
Parent: Mary Jenkins
Lily Michelle Paulk
Talent: Tap Dance
Education: Sophomore at Lenoir Community Early College High School
Parents: Blake and Denise Paulk
Keira Amor Jenkins
Talent: Jazz Dance
Education: Sophomore at Classical Conversations
Parents: Celeste Jenkins and Christopher Jenkins
Kara Grayson Brock
Talent: Clogging
Education: Sophomore at North Lenoir High School
Parents: Joy and Grady Brock
Lexy Reese Rouse
Talent: Tap Dance
Education: Sophomore at North Lenoir High School
Parents: Herb and Julie Rouse
Ashlyn Hope Pettry
Talent: Lyrical Dance
Education: Sophomore at North Lenoir High School
Parents: Bridget Rouse and Greg Arnette
Sydney Grace Williamson
Talent: Jazz Dance
Education: Sophomore at Classical Conversations
Parents: Danarae and Danny Williamson
Kamryn Daile Harrison
Talent: Contemporary Dance
Education: Sophomore at North Lenoir High School
Parents: Shannan Harrison and Brandon Harrison
Lorelai Faith Hoover
Talent: Contemporary Dance
Education: Sophomore at Classical Conversations
Parents: Jon and Motsy Hoover
About the Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant:
Established in 1980, the Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant has been a cherished tradition in Kinston, providing young women with opportunities to showcase their talents and earn scholarships for their educational pursuits. The pageant emphasizes personal development, community involvement, and academic achievement. Over the years, it has celebrated numerous accomplished winners, including:
2024: Campbell Price, a student at South Lenoir High School.
2023: Halle Powell, a sophomore at Lenoir County Early College High School.
2019: Kennedy Bryce Santes, daughter of Tim and LaDonna Dilday, Francisco Santes.
These winners have continued to contribute positively to the community, embodying the values and spirit of the Miss Neuse Scholarship Pageant.
Join us on February 22nd to support these talented young women and celebrate the rich tradition of excellence in our community.
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