In fact, Southern women swept the top four spots in the competition.

The prestigious title has been earned by one of our own this year.

It was an exciting night inOrlando, Florida, and the competition was dominated by Southern women.

Abbie Stockard being crowned Miss America

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The First Runner-Up was Miss Texas, Annette Addo-Yobo.

Along with her crown and new title, Stockard was awarded a $50,000 tuition scholarship.

This past Wednesday, the talented winner also received the American Heart Associations Go Red for Women Leadership Award.

Abbie Stockard Waves After Being Crowned Miss America

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But that’s not all Abbie as done for the health community.