Caressa woke up bright and early Sunday morning to appear on Channel 7's morning news. She returned to the hotel to find Roanoke firefighters assisting with the elevator issue on move out day!
Caressa enjoyed Miss Virginia's annual first
appearance at the Stanley Homecoming where she rode in the parade, sang
the National Anthem, and visited with the residents of Page County.
Thanks to Mayor Doug Purdham (pictured here), Town Manager Terry Pettit, and Elaine Knight for a warm welcome.
(Caressa pictured with folks from the Virginia Lottery (l) and New Kent Commonwealth's Attorney Linwood Gregory (far right) and Sherriff Howard and Pat Kelleher (below).
Above photos by Anne Royster and below by Julius Tolentino.
Caressa had a wonderful time at the Virginia Derby, the premier
horse racing event in Virginia. Thanks to Pat Kelleher and the
wonderful staff at Colonial Downs for making the day so special. Click
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more photos by Julius!!
Caressa with Courtney Garrett, the new
Outstanding Teen and with Miss Virginia's Number One Fan - Zack Irby.
National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Conference (Norfolk)
Photo by Julius Tolentino
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Paul's Bakery graciously made a birthday cake fit for a queen. Happy 22nd Birthday, Miss Virginia!
Caressa visited KCRC, one of Virginia's children's hospitals affiliated with the Children's Miracle Network.
Caressa is excited to be in Orlando to support Miss Virginia's Outstanding Teen and to meet the other 52 state titleholders. She is pictured with Art McMaster, President and Chief Executive Officer of Miss America, and some members of the MVOT delegation.
Caressa filmed a series of public service announcements for a joint project between the Virginia Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and the U.S. Navy. The PSAs are aimed at curbing drinking and driving. During some down time, she visited with tropps stationed in the Tidewater area.
Caressa visited with patients at Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters, a CMN Hospital. She even did the hokie pokie!
Caressa, Gudgers and Staff at Fogo De Chao Restaurant in Atlanta
Caressa with Wardrobe Sponsors Ethel and Tom Smawley of The Encounter
Caressa with all of her cosmetics for Miss America.
Staff from Elizabeth Arden. They are the BEST!
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Caressa was a guest of The Encounter and Chrysalis, two Miss Virginia sponsors at a fundraising event for the Make-A-Wish foundation.
Caressa was invited to be a part of a large
fundraiser for the Super Kids ministries organization.
Caressa was the surprise special guest at Alison Kinsey's 13th birthday celebration! Alison's mother, Stephanie, is very involved in the Miss Greater Richmond Pageant and Alison is a true Miss Virginia fan. Happy Birthday Alison!
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Caressa participated in The Supply Room Companies annual Anniversary Sale Trade Show in Ashland.
Caressa was invited to participate in the Salvation Army's Candlelight Ceremony to honor victims of domestic violence. She sang a number of selections, including "You'll Never Walk Alone".
Caressa visited Dinwiddie High School where she spoke and sang. She also met Miss Dinwiddie High School.
A big thanks
to one of our local Executive Directors, JT Foley, for coordinating
Caressa's visit to Benjamin Franklin in Franklin County. She is
pictured with Brenda Muse, Principal.
Caressa was invited to Lee Hill to be a part of the SCA Installation Ceremony. She is pictured with the administration, Blake, the new President, and the officers.
Caressa spent the afternoon in Lynchburg at the invitation of Centra Health. She spoke with young girls and then took part in a church service to launch a week-long series of events in Central Virginia.
Caressa was invited to be a part of George
Mason University's World AIDS Day commemoration. She is pictured
with Professor Gary Kreps and his wife and with AIDS activists Hydeia
Broadbent and Big Tigger, from WPGC-FM. GMU hosted one of the largest
exhibits of the AIDS quilt, pictured in the background.
Caressa was honored to be invited to serve
as the Grand Marshall at the South Hill Parade in her mother's
hometown. Following the parade, Caressa signed autographs at
Peebles Department Store.
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Caressa spoke on the subject of leadership at this annual conference of Virginia's student leaders at Virginia Tech. She enjoyed visiting with the students and continuing the tradition of this annual speaking engagement by Miss Virginia.
