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Celebrating 60 Years of Miss U.S.A (1952-2011) : Miss Texas USA!America's Chelsi Smith, a black girl, became the first woman from Texas to win the MU trophy in the mid-90s. Smith's triumph was all more stunning because it happened in Namibia, the youngest nation in the last decade of the 20th century.
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Behind Former Miss Texas Shilah PhillipsThis story talks about how Shilah Phillips, 1st runner up for Miss America and first Black woman to reign as Miss Texas, never wanted to compete and I encouraged her to do so.
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Celebrating 60 Years of Miss Universe: How a Chilean Became an Extraordinary Miss UniverseEight years after being Miss Chile and Miss Universe, she became a journalist and TV actress. Due to her excellent interviews with high-profile performers as Anthony Quinn
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An Interview with Miss North Texas Kelly DillardKelly Dillard was crowned Miss North Texas in October 2010 and is going on to compete for Miss Texas this summer. -
Miss Florida USA Competes at Miss USA 2005Nothing could compare to the excitement of following my friend, Miss Florida USA Melissa Witek, through the Miss USA 2005 pageant. From missing sarongs to knee makeup to interviewing The Donald himself, it was a whirlwind.
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Miss Virginia - Winner of the 2010 Miss America PageantFifty-three contestants vied for the title of Miss America 2010. Read about this exciting competition and see the name of this year's winner!
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Great Black Queens: The Untold Story of Miss Universe. Who Were the Key Beauties?Halle Berry, then an up-and-coming American actress, had failed to win the Miss USA in Miami Beach, losing an opportunity to travel to Panama City, home of the Miss Universe Pageant 1986.
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2011 Miss America Pageant: Teeny Black Bikinis, Dummies & a Crown for Miss Nebraska Teresa ScanlanA recap of the 2011 Miss America Pageant, which aired on ABC January 15th, featured bikinis, evening gowns, interesting talents and the eventual crowning of Gering, Nebraska's Teresa Scanlan.
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Miss America 2011 is Miss Nebraska, Teresa Scanlan!!The Miss America Organization is celebrating it's 90th anniversary in 2011. The Miss America Organization is one of the largest providers of scholarships to young women. Millions of dollars are given away each year to young women.
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Live Blog for the 2011 Miss USA PageantThis page will be providing live blogging for the 2011 Miss USA pageant on June 19th. The show starts at 9 p.m. Eastern and airs on NBC. Check here for available live results, make your predictions, and share in the 2011 Miss USA fun.
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Miss Texas Crowned Miss USA in the 2008 Miss USA PageantThe one topic that came up and no one would comment on was the Miss California pageant. In July Miss USA will join other country representatives to compete in the Miss Universe pageant being held in Vietnam.
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Texas Hill Country - Five Family Friendly AdventuresFamily destinations abound in Texas Hill Country. Take a trip through time at Sauer-Beckmann farm and the LBJ Ranch, feed the animals at the Exotic Resort Zoo, and go down under at Longhorn Cavern State Park. -
Miss Venezuela Dyana Mendoza is Miss Universe 2008Dyana Mendoza, from Venezuela, is the New Miss Universe 2008. -
BCS Bowl Series: 2009 Cotton Bowl Preview -- Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. Ole Miss RebelsThe 2009 Cotton Bowl pits the Graham Harrell led #7 Texas Tech Red Raiders (11-1) against the #20 Ole Miss Rebels (8-4) on Friday, January 2nd in Dallas Texas at the Cotton Bowl Stadium.
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Is the Miss America Contest Worth Watching Anymore?What happened to the Miss America contest? Long gone are the days where little girls looked forward to the yearly contest so they can emulate women who have opinions, intelligence, talent, and views. Today the beauty pageant is more about just that, beauty.
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Texas Independence Day: The Birth of TexasOn March 2, 1836, delegates gathered at Washington-On-The-Brazos Texas. The Texas Revolution was ongoing and these representatives wrote the Declaration of Independence that declared independence from Mexico and The Republic of Texas was created.
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2009 Ole Miss Football Team Must Tackle Big ExpectationsWith the returning talent from last season's Cotton Bowl winning Ole Miss squad, we address how the Rebels are handling the hype for expected success in 2009.
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The Texas Wine TrailThere are eight wine trails among five different regions in the great state of Texas. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the diversity and beauty of the state. Find upcoming events and get a copy of each trail map. -
Kansas vs. Texas Game Very Important for Big 12 Standings and Kansas Title BidTwo weeks ago this could have been a match-up between the top two teams in the country, but the Kansas vs. Texas match is still one that no basketball fan should miss on Monday night. -
July 4th Weekend Celebrations and Events in La Porte, TexasLa Porte, Texas brings events and entertainment this July 4th weekend 2010, including: the Independence Day parade, Shake Russell performance and celebration at the City of La Porte, along with fun in the sun and fireworks at the Sylvan Beach Park. -
Free Holiday Festivals in San Antonio, Texas for FamiliesDuring December, San Antonio, Texas has some of the most exciting festivals and fiestas in the U.S. They are all family friendly. We've picked the best ones and they are all free.
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2009 Texas Longhorns College Football Season: Preview and Predictions2009 Texas Longhorns College Football Season Preview. Texas vs. Oklahoma on 10/17/09 is a National Semifinal for the 2009-2010 BCS Championship. Will Texas make it to the Big Game? Colt McCoy is a front runner for the Heisman Trophy. -
Halloween 2009: Real Haunted Houses in TexasIn Texas, haunted houses are not just a myth. With the help of author Docia Williams and haunted house owners, this article opens up the world of ghouls in the Lone Star state.
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Birding Texas: Panhandle Plains Wildlife TrailsThis article provides you with an overview of the Texas Panhandle Plains Wildlife Trails, including places to visit for bird watching and birds you might see. Tips for identifying certain birds are included. -
Five Fun and Family-friendly Day Trips from Austin, TexasResidents of Austin, Texas, have a seemingly endless amount of options when it comes to sports entertainment, recreation and amusement parks. Here is a breakdown of the top places for a road trip to getaway with the family. -
Celebrating 60 Years of Miss Universe: 44th Miss Universe 1995 Windhoek (Namibia, Africa). History!Africa, a 1982 song by the American rock band Toto, has become the soundtrack to footage of the Miss Universe Pageant in Namibia,a wildlife paradise in sub-Saharan Africa.
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The Texas Forestry Museum: Seeing the Forest for the TreesBlack Gold, railroads, cattle, the stuff of Texas. For some. But for East Texans, Texas is all about trees. The Texas Forestry Museum in Lufkin, TX. tells their story.
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10 Best Halloween 2011 Deals in Dallas, Texas You Don't Want to MissEverybody loves the best Halloween 2011 deals. In Dallas, Texas, we don't run out of great stuff to scare the wits out of brave souls. Whether it's a discount coupon, a special group rate or a free Halloween ride, check out these awesome deals you can't p
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Texas Trial Takes a Nasty TurnParis, Texas, prosecutor drops murder charges against two whites, citing lack of evidence, in mutilation death of black friend.
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2007 Holiday Events in TexasLooking for holiday events in Texas? Look no further. -
2010 State Fair of Texas, September 24 to October 17The 2010 State Fair of Texas is kicking off on September 24. There will be fried food, fun and games galore. -
Zack, Texas: A Brazos County, Texas Ghost TownSome Texas ghost towns may have only part of an old building, one or two walls standing, and some pieces of old bricks lying around. There is nothing left of others, like Zack, except maybe a road by the name of the old town.
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'American Idol': Austin Cattle Call Auditions in the Heart of Texas with John Wayne and Casey AbramsThankfully the Wednesday night show was only one-hour. It was more of the same cattle call type auditions "American Idol is famous for. This time they were coming from the "Live Music Capital of the World", Austin, Texas. A few managed to stand out. -
Review of the Spot Restaurant in Galveston Island, TexasAn exciting place to eat is located in Galveston, Texas and named "The Spot". The Spot is located on the beach at 3204 Seawall Blvd. 77550. They serve food that is comparable to T.G.I. Fridays or Fuddruckers but at decent price and locally owned flare.
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Top 3 Burger Joints in Dallas, TexasWhether you like extra pickles, cut the mayo, or sesame seed buns, we've all been overcome with a craving for a freshly made hamburger. If you're in the Dallas, Texas area, these three burger joints are legendary for their sizzling patties.
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Texas Hill Country Holiday EventsA weekend-by-weekend guide to help you plan your tour of the towns on the Texas Hill Country Regional Christmas Lighting Trail -
Attractions in Big Spring, TexasBig Spring, Texas is a town in West Texas that has a population of about 25,000 people. Big Spring was incorporated in 1907 and currently encompasses 18.89 square miles of territory within its corporate city limits and is located in Howard County. -
Museums in Beaumont TexasAn overview of the museums in Beaumont, Texas - what they offer, how much it costs, and exactly why you should make them one of your summer destinations.
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Overview of Six Flags Over TexasSix Flags Over Texas is a great family vacation filled with thrilling rides, entertaining shows and fun for the whole family.
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Christmas in San Angelo, TexasDecember in San Angelo, Texas is all about Christmas. Continue reading to find out about events to attend.
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