Congratulations to Mary Hagemeyer our new Miss Spirit of the State! Welcome to the Miss Michigan Class of 2027. Wishing you an incredible year ahead.💫
#missmichiganclassof2027 #missamericalocal #missspiritofthestate #missamerica #officallyher
A week of pageantry kicks off for Miss Michigan 2026 contestants in Muskegon. “This is one of the largest Miss Michigan classes we’ve had in quite a few years,” 2025 Miss Michigan Hannah Palmer said. “It’s just reminding them to be authentic and to be themselves.”
(Isaac Ritchey | MLive.com)
#missmichigan #muskegon
CATCHING CROWNS 👑💚
Our very own Heartbeat Tampa Bay Entertainment Correspondent @amber.uhler makes her first appearance as Miss Michigan @missusa — and apparently I’m a little too excited! 😂
One big hug from me, the crown goes flying… Amber catches it without missing a beat and says, “I’m a pro.” 👑😂
Yes, you are! So proud to have her as part of our Heartbeat family — and we’re cheering her on all the way! 💚
And don’t forget to cast a free fan vote 🙌🙌🙌
#MissMichigan #HeartbeatTampaBay #SarinaFazanNetwork #RoadToMissUSA #CrownLife
Parades are one of my favorite parts of being Miss Michigan USA☀️✨
Seeing the excitement on kids’ faces, waving to families, and celebrating communities across our state never gets old. ✨
Congratulations Vivian Zhong, Miss Michigan, on being voted “America’s Choice” and the recipient of a $10,000 scholarship! #MissAmerica #MissAmerica100
cannot believe I get to spend my 1 month anniversary as Miss Michigan USA in Cancun this weekend for the @missusa orientation!! what a dream!! feeling ecstatic and grateful… and then some✨🌙🕺🏼👏🏼
video cred @miakhutch of course🤍
There are certain state titles that carry a legacy unlike any other, and Miss Michigan Teen USA has always been one of them.
Eliy, you honored that legacy from the very beginning.
You didn’t come into this journey with years of pageant experience or every advantage. You came with courage, authenticity, and a perspective on life that few people your age ever have the opportunity to gain. Having faced obstacles that would have changed anyone forever, you learned early that every opportunity is a gift, every moment matters, and every day is worth embracing.
You gave this title everything you had. Every appearance, every interview, every event. You never missed a beat because giving less than your best simply isn’t who you are.
What I admire most is that you never tried to become someone else. You built your own brand by simply being yourself. In a world that often rewards carefully crafted images and manufactured stories, yours has always been genuine. Your strength, your gratitude, and your heart made people believe in you.
You also reminded us of something I hope this organization never loses sight of: talent should be recognized, character should be celebrated, and opportunity should never belong only to those with the biggest budgets or years of experience. This stage should always be a place where every young woman has the chance to discover what she is capable of. You proved exactly that.
Michigan has a history unlike any other, and you have earned your place within it. Not simply because you won the title, but because of how you represented it.
Thank you for reminding all of us what true empowerment really looks like. Thank you for honoring the legacy of Miss Michigan Teen USA, and thank you for empowering every young woman who watched your journey.
Congratulations, Eliy. I have no doubt your greatest chapters are still ahead.🌻
@missmiteenusa @pageant.vision @edwinshaw @eliyavalynne_official
Pretty Girls Avenue led me to Muskegon🤍
Checked into the @deltabymarriottmuskegon, explored downtown, and got my first look at the historic @frauenthalcenter, the stage where Miss Michigan 2026 will be crowned this week👑
Contestant #29 has officially arrived!
Let @missamericami Week begin
#MoreThanMakeup
#MissMichigan #MissAmerica
#officiallyHER
Today I proudly welcomed Miss St. Clair Shores Janelle Reiff on the House Floor.
Janelle founded the initiative “Choosing You, For You,” which promotes the adoption of sustainable, healthy habits to prevent chronic illness and improve overall well-being. She is dedicated to fostering a healthier, more informed community through education, advocacy, and leadership.
As she prepares to compete for Miss Michigan, I know she will carry the pride, resilience, and spirit of St. Clair Shores and our entire state with her!
#stclairshores #macombcounty #missmichigan #missamerica #goodluck
Dazzling in Water Wave dress, Miss Michigan’s @amber.uhler and I came up with a collaboration to create a look that reflects Michigan’s coastal water Landmarks! The Bridge Headpiece I designed was inspired by the Mackinac Bridge and I also incorporated matching wave cuffs to tie the look together. Dress design by Amber and lighthouses were added to tie the look together! I’m proud of this because I only had about a week to design.
Makeup/Hair- @williamhuertass
Production- @missusa
Headpiece/Cuff Jewelry- Me
Dress- @amber.uhler
#missusa #pageantcostume #pageantdesigner #headpiece #missusacostume
2026 started like this ✈️ Miss Michigan & Ms. Virginia 🇺🇸And we keep going…
Empowering. Impacting. Purpose-driven leaders‼️For causes that matter. For change. #missearthusa #internationalmsusa #virginia #reneebargebailey #internationalmsvirginia @internationalmsvirginia ✨🌹
The 87th annual Miss Michigan scholarship competition came to a close Saturday evening after a three-night run under the twinkling stage lights.
Miss Oakland County Grace Hanke was crowned by the reigning 2025 winner, Miss Spirit of the State Hannah Palmer, of Brighton, during the June 20 event finale at the historic Frauenthal Theater in downtown Muskegon.
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