Written by
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor

Columbia, Missouri – Miss Emmalee Mae Garner, the daughter of Phillip and Michelle Garner, was chosen as a State Finalist in the National American Miss Missouri Pageant.

Emmalee is only 6 years old and participated in the 4 – 6 age division along with other outstanding young ladies from across the great state of Missouri.

The National American Miss Pageants are dedicated to celebrating America’s future leaders and equipping them with life-long skills.  Each year the pageant nationally awards 1/5 million dollars in cash, scholarships, and other prizes.  This year’s pageant included a new Ford Mustang Convertible!

The National American Miss Pageants are unlike any other.  All activities and competition are kept age appropriate.  Girls under the age of 12 are not allowed to wear make-up, and there is no swimsuit competition.  The Pageant program is based on inner-beauty, as well as poise and presentation, and offers an “All-American spirit of fun for family and friends.”  Emphasis is put on the important of developing self-confidence, learning good sportsmanship, as well as setting and achieving personal goals.  The Pageant recognized the accomplishments of each girl while encouraging her to set goals for her future.

Miss Emmalee’s activities included gymnastics, tumbling and t-ball.  She also enjoys horseback riding, pageants, and being with her family and friends. 

Miss Emmalee’s sponsors include Steve Brown Construction, Steve Simmons, Jim Eubanks, and Ed and Arlene Eubanks.