Dothan, Ala(WDNews) – Congratulations to LaRae Smith, Miss Freeport, who has been crowned Miss National Peanut Festival 2025.
Smith stood out among contestants for her poise, confidence, and personality, taking home top honors as well as wins in multiple categories, including Verbal, Stage Presence/Evening Gown, and Overall Performance.
Miss Skipperville was named 1st Runner-Up and also won the Interview award. Other finalists included Miss Houston County (2nd Runner-Up), Miss Slocomb (3rd Runner-Up), and Miss Headland (4th Runner-Up).
Special category recognitions were also presented:
Miss Rehobeth received both Congeniality and Written Communication awards.
Miss Henry County earned the Knowledge of Peanuts award.
The annual Miss National Peanut Festival Pageant celebrates the tradition, talent, and community spirit of young women across the Wiregrass.
Congratulations to all the 2025 contestants for representing their hometowns with grace and pride!
