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10/01/2026

More photos from the 30th Annual Miss AWAG Pageant.

10/01/2026

Photos from the 30th Annual Miss AWAG Pageant. Photo credits: R. T. Rogers Imaging

10/01/2026

Miss AWAG 2026, Starla Chapman✨

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WATCH: A high school senior who survived childhood cancer is now a pageant winner — Devon Walsh reports. https://www.wkrg.com/baldwin-county/starla-chapman-pageant-winner/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_WKRG

09/29/2026

👑 A look at the crown, the cash, and the scholarships! 👑

Our newly crowned Miss AWAG 2026, Starla Chapman, put together a quick recap of her incredible winnings and awards from the 30th anniversary pageant! From her prestigious scholarships to the official crown, see what she brought home.

Drop a comment to show Starla some love! 👇✨

09/29/2026

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE AT THE 30TH ANNUAL MISS AWAG PAGEANT!

We are incredibly proud of all the amazing young women who graced the stage for our milestone 30th anniversary!

This year, we were honored to award over $4,600 in cash prizes and $10,500 in scholarships to our phenomenal contestants.

Please join us in celebrating the official results and individual award winners from this magical night:

🌟 Miss AWAG 2026 – Starla Chapman (Contestant #4)
• Winner of the Miss AWAG 2026 Crown
• Chuck Stevens Scholarship ($1,500)
• Candace Crooker Scholarship ($1,500)
• AWAG Scholarship ($500)
• Mary H. Cox Memorial Award
• 2nd Place in Ad Sales and Publishing. She received 15% of her ad sales.

🥈 1st Runner-Up – Kaydence Scott (Contestant #5)
• Mildred Winston Memorial Award
• Sabra Simmons Scholarship / President’s Choice ($1,000)
• 1st Place in Ad Sales and Publishing
• Top Ticket Sales Award
• 20% of her Ad Sales

🥉 2nd Runner-Up – Cassidy French (Contestant #7)
• Beatrice Lyons Memorial Award
• The Eagle Award
• 10% of her Ad Sales

🏅 3rd Runner-Up – Kiera Murphy (Contestant #1)
• Beatrice Lyons Memorial Award
• The Eagle Award
• 10% of her Ad Sales

🏅 4th Runner-Up – Kimara Bodiford (Contestant #6)
• Carolyn Robinson Memorial Award
• The Horizon Award
• 10% of her Ad Sales

🏅 5th Runner-Up – Nevaeh Sanders (Contestant #3)
• Kristyn Hardy Scholarship ($1,000)
• Scholastic Achievement Award (1st Place)
• The Most Spirit Award
• The Shining Star Award
• 10% of her Ad Sales

🏅 6th Runner-Up – Savannah Johnson (Contestant #2)
• Coastal Alabama Community College Scholarship ($4,000)
• Cindy Higgins Bailey Scholarship ($1,000)
• Scholastic Achievement Award (2nd Place)
• The Most Spirit Award
• Shedrick Hardy Memorial Award
• 10% of her Ad Sales

✨ THANK YOU & CONGRATULATIONS! ✨

A massive thank you to all of our contestants for your hard work, dedication, and grace. You all shined so brightly, and we congratulate each and every one of you on your incredible achievements! Here’s to 30 years of sisterhood, scholarship, and community impact!

09/27/2026

Pageant Winners & Runners-Up🏆

Miss AWAG 2026: Starla Chapman

1st Runner-Up: Kaydence Scott (Baldwin County Preparatory Academy)

2nd Runner-Up: Cassidy French (Baldwin County High School)

3rd Runner-Up: Kiera Murphy (Baldwin County High School)

4th Runner-Up: Kimara Bodiford (Daphne High School)

5th Runner-Up: Nevaeh Sanders (Foley High School)

6th Runner-Up: Savannah Johnson (Fairhope High School)

Special Awards & Scholarships

Scholastic Achievement Award (Highest GPA): Nevaeh Sanders — Recipient of the Attorney Kristen Hardy Scholarship

Scholastic Achievement Award (2nd Highest GPA): Savannah Johnson — Recipient of the Coastal Alabama Scholarship & Cindy Higgins Bailey Scholarship

AWAG $500 Academic Scholarship & Chuck Stevens Scholarship: Starla Chapman

Sabra Simmons Scholarship was awarded to Kaydence Scott.

All of our wonderful contestants also received numerous other awards, plaques, and gifts for their outstanding participation!

A Special Thank You:

The event would not have been possible without our dedicated team and supporters:The Distinguished Judges: Brandy Turner (Mobile Alabama), Chresal D. Threadgill (Superintendent Mobile County Public Schools), Shamonee Baker (WKRG News 5), Dr. Yvette Homestead (Mobile, AL), Marshall Davis (Mobile, AL), and Dana Williams (Birmingham, AL).

Emcee: Minister Melvin Lamar.

Backstage & Support: Devonte Smith and team for assisting with escorts, curtains, props, security.

Alfreda Stevens, and Dorthea Miskel for the stunning stage decor and Bridgette Finley for the gorgeous front lobby decor.

Coastal Alabama Community College and specifically Buddy Brock.

Last but not least , the illustrious women of AWAG for your tireless work in making this pageant a massive success!Please join us in celebrating these remarkable young women! 🌟✨



More pictures are forthcoming.

09/27/2026

Introducing Miss AWAG 2026: Starla Chapman!!

A massive congratulations to Starla on being crowned our 2026 Queen!

Congratulations, to all of the 2026 contestants.

Note: The official list of runner-ups, award winners, and scholarship recipients will be shared right here later today.

✨We want to send a heartfelt thank you to our incredible community, friends, and family. Thank you for helping us celebrate our 30th Year Anniversary and for always lifting up these inspiring young ladies!

09/26/2026

Hope to see you there!

09/26/2026

✨TODAY IS THE BIG DAY! ✨

The moment we have all been waiting for is finally here!

The 30th Annual Miss AWAG Pageant! Join us as we celebrate three decades of service, achievements, and excellence and cheer on these extraordinary, phenomenal young ladies as they take the stage!

🗓️ EVENT DETAILS:

📍 Location: Coastal Alabama Community College Performing Arts Center (Bay Minette)

⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
🎟️ Admission: $5.00 in advance and $7.00 at the door.

Come out, bring your family, and show your support! See you there!