Preliminary awards begin for 88th Miss Arkansas Pageant
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The 88th annual Miss Arkansas Pageant officially kicked off Tuesday at the Robinson Center downtown.
Contestants are competing throughout the week in categories showcasing their talent, poise and dedication to service. The event culminates with the finals on Saturday.
KARK 4 News will broadcast the Miss Arkansas finals live this Saturday beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Check back here daily for updates as the competition continues.
Night One: Tuesday, June 10
Service Above Self Award (Alpha Group) – Sponsored by Jana Catlett and Suzanne Butler: Miss South Central, Hope Hesterly
Alpha Arrival Award – $500 Sponsored by Faces by Stephanie: Miss Greater Little Rock, Kennedy Stanley
'Confidently You' in Honor of Dr. Darynne Dahlem – $500 Sponsored by Laina Jennings: Miss White River, Jada Simpson
Preliminary Alpha Private Interview (Alpha Group) – $1,500 Sponsored by Renee Stone and Emerge: Miss Grand Prairie, Hagan Hord
Hardin Bale Inspirational Male Award – $1,000 Sponsored by Miss Arkansas Organization: Matthew Kearney
Preliminary Alpha Health and Fitness (Tuesday) – $500 Sponsored by Miss Arkansas Organization: Miss Greater Little Rock, Kennedy Stanley
Preliminary Alpha On-Stage Conversation (Tuesday) – $500 Sponsored by Daniel and Rebecca Pieroni: Miss Greater Little Rock, Kennedy Stanley
Preliminary Alpha Evening Gown (Tuesday) – $500 Sponsored by Kendra Scott at the Promenade at Chenal: Miss Grand Prairie, Hagan Hord
Preliminary Alpha Talent (Tuesday) – $500 Sponsored by David's Burgers: Miss Natural State, Ally Hopper
Preliminary Health and Fitness (Tuesday) – $500 Sponsored by Innovative Claim Services: Miss Metro, Kennedy Holland
Dr. Darynne Dahlem On-Stage Conversation Award (Tuesday) – $1,000 Sponsored by Traci Lewellen: Miss Metro, Kennedy Holland
Preliminary Evening Gown (Tuesday) – $1,000 Sponsored by Tabeitha and Bill Dillard III: Miss Dogwood, Stevie St. John
Preliminary Talent (Tuesday) – $2,000 Sponsored by Guillette Family: Miss Natural State, Ally Hopper
Night Two: Wednesday, June 11
Check back for updates.
Night Three: Thursday, June 12
Check back for updates.
Night Four: Friday, June 13
Check back for updates.
Miss Arkansas Finals: Saturday, June 14
Tune in to KARK 4 News starting at 6:30 p.m. to watch live or head to KARK.com for live updates.
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