Miss Wyoming: a platform for tradition and change

The Miss Wyoming Organization proudly commemorates its legacy deeply rooted in Wyoming’s history while looking forward to fostering the next generation of empowered leaders.

The program’s annual Miss Wyoming Competition, the state preliminary to Miss America, is scheduled to take place on June 8, at the University of Wyoming in Laramie. 

Former Miss Wyoming and current board member for the organization, Mikkayla DeBolt and current Miss Wyoming’s Teen 2023, Katelyn Reckard, (both from Sheridan) made an appearance on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse to discuss the organization and share their experiences.

DeBolt told listeners that this year will mark a new beginning for Miss Wyoming as they focus on sisterhood, remembering and honoring former members and title holders. 

M. DeBolt 

Miss Wyoming dates back to the inception of the Miss America Organization in 1921. The Miss Wyoming Organization works to continue to uphold the values of style, service, scholarship, and success, along with this strong emphasis on sisterhood. 

Competition comprises five phases, including Personal Interview, Evening Gown, Health & Fitness, Talent, and On Stage Question, providing participants with a platform to showcase their diverse talents and intellect. 

Rekard told listeners her motivation to join the organization comes from her desire to share her voice and opinions as being a member and now a title holder herself, gives her a strong platform to motivate change.  

K. Reckard  

According to the Miss Wyoming Organization, eligibility for participation is open to young women who are Wyoming residents or those who work or attend school full-time in the state. Miss contestants must be between the ages of 18-28 years, whereas teen contestants range in age from 13-18 years. Representation of young women from across the region is paramount to the organization’s success.

This year Hannah Jost, in the Miss division, and Molly Magera in the Teen division will represent Sheridan in the competition.