Meet our contestants

Each of our contestants represents the heart of the Dogwood Festival — strong, driven, and full of promise.

These remarkable young women embody the pageant’s values of leadership, service, and scholarship as they compete for the title of

Miss Dogwood USA 2026.

We’re proud to introduce the contestants who will take the stage this April at the Camdenton Little Theatre. 🌸

Chloe Redd

Inspired at age 6, Chloe is pursuing OB-GYN, attending 40+ deliveries. She plans a holistic clinic for rural care. She leads diaper drives through Blessed Babies, donating 300+ items and aiming for 500.

Brooke Stevens

Brooke plans to attend Missouri State University for elementary education and become a 4th-grade teacher in Camdenton. A varsity cheerleader, she values kindness, leadership, and community.

Kaylin Pierce

Faith-driven, she leads by example with compassion and purpose. A wrestler, YMCA coach, and church leader, she mentors youth and leads worship. Her platform promotes the value of life at every stage.

Mylee Welch

Mylee plans to attend University of Missouri–Kansas City dental program to become a hygienist. She enjoys reading, drawing, boating & friends. Active in DECA, BETA, NHS, class officer & ambassador. Founded a community garden donating to Kids Harbor CAC.

 

Kelsey Lain 

Kelsey will be attending Culver–Stockton College this fall to study elementary education. She is passionate about giving kids a reason to look forward to school. Her hobbies include yearbook and photography, and she loves helping every child succeed.

Kaelyn Winters

Kaelyn plans to become an elementary agriculture educator, inspiring youth to value where food comes from. She works with special needs students and teaches ag. She loves the outdoors, staying active, and time with her dog, Waylon, while promoting ag awareness.

 

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