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Flatland Calvary with my heart 💙 I’d choose you in every lifetime.

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Can’t wait to represent my area of the state for a 2nd year🤍 #misssouthcentralarkansas

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Big 24. Thanks for making it so special love. I appreciate everyone who reached out!! 💙

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Beautiful hike with my favorite person. Thanks for leading the way and making me look better than I do in real life. Couldn’t ask for a better partner.

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RAYE doesn’t owe me anything 😮‍💨

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I’m officially a member of the Former Miss SAU club. 🤍👑 Representing Southern Arkansas University as Miss SAU has truly been one of the greatest honors of my life. This year stretched me, strengthened me, and blessed me in more ways than I could have ever imagined. From the people I met to the lessons I learned, every appearance, every conversation, and every opportunity shaped me into a better leader and a more confident version of myself.

I am beyond grateful for this year — for the memories, the growth, the laughter, and even the challenges. Serving under the Miss America Organization gave me the chance to be part of something bigger than myself, and that is something I will carry with me forever. I will always cherish my time as Miss Southern Arkansas University. 🤍✨

And to our new Miss SAU, Madi — congratulations, sweet girl! 👑 This year is going to fly by faster than you think, so cherish every single moment. Say yes to every opportunity, soak in every appearance, take all the pictures, and never forget the impact you’re making even on the days you don’t see it. You are more than capable, more than prepared, and you are going to be an amazing Miss SAU. I am so proud of you and cannot wait to watch you shine this year. 🤍✨ #misssau #goriders #pageant

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I am so honored to be your Miss SAU! This journey has been full of late nights, nerves, and so much personal growth, and I am beyond grateful for every single moment.
To my fellow contestants, thank you for inspiring me with your kindness. Sharing the stage with all of you has been such a special experience, and I am so proud of everything we have accomplished together.
To my family, friends, and mentors, your love, support, and encouragement carried me through every step. Every cheer and every push meant the world.
To SAU, thank you for giving me a platform to serve. I promise to represent this university with heart, integrity, and Mulerider pride.
I am especially excited to continue my work with my CSI: Strength in Sobriety and share hope and empowerment with others. This platform is a chance to make a real difference.

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2025, its been fun, lets do it again sometime 🙏🏻
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Thank you to all the friends I met and lessons I learned

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Passed down a sweet title of mine on Saturday 🩵🩵🩵

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What an incredible night at the 2026 Miss Arkansas preliminary competition — Miss Greater Camden & Miss Greater Camden Teen! ✨ It was such a joy and honor to serve as the emcee for the evening. These young women lit up the stage with confidence, poise, and purpose. 💖

So proud of every contestant and huge congratulations to our new titleholders! Can’t wait to cheer you on as you represent Camden on the Miss Arkansas stage next June! 👑

#MissArkansas #MissGreaterCamden #PrelimSeason #PageantProud #RoadToMissAR

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Summer In The Big 25’
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Not All Who Wander Are Lost

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Preliminaries are officially complete!

This week has flown by—I’ve made unforgettable memories with the most incredible women. Next up, finals!

– Miss Greater Hot Springs, Gabriella Tidwell

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