I am delighted to be a part of this incredible new experience as a contestant in the Miss Texas USA pageant,' Teijo wrote in a recent Instagram caption, accompanied by a professional headshot.

"But that was my official Miss USA headshot photo shoot after I won ... position with all seriousness and regard. When I won Miss Texas USA, Miss USA and more recently, became President of ...

Two local titleholders are preparing to represent Southwest Texas at the upcoming Miss Texas USA and Miss Texas Teen USA competitions in Houston this May.

Sonni Kate is heading to Houston May 2-3 to compete for the Miss Texas USA. Friday's meet and greet will start at 6:30 p.m. The first 50 drinks will be free, and there will be live music.