Miss Tri-Cities program gave $20,000 in 2024. March session to share how to get involved

The reigning Miss Tri-Cities and Miss Tri-Cities’ Teen will share their experiences with people interested in participating in the 2025 program as contestants or as volunteers.

The informational session begins at 1 p.m., March 22, at Crossview Community Church, 540 N. Colorado St.

Kylie Glendenning, Miss Tri-Cities 2025, and Hadley Bleazard, Miss Tri-Cities Teen 2025, will share the highlights of their experiences representing the community.

The program includes an overview of the competition and the opportunity to earn scholarships by participating. The pageant awarded more than $20,000 in 2024.

The competition for the 2026 titles takes place July 19 at Kennewick High School. Winners will advance to the Washington state competitions, where they can earn additional scholarships.

April 11 is the deadline to enter.

Go to misstricities.org to sign up online. Call 509-539-3252 for information. The competition is sponsored by the Tri-City Water Follies Association.