In this episode of Kankakee Valley Community Happenings, host Denny Case welcomes back a familiar face with a brand-new title. Alexis McCullough, formerly Miss Kankakee’s Teen, visits the studio to discuss her recent crowning as Miss Chicago’s Teen and the journey that led her to success in the Windy City.

Alexis shares details regarding her performance at the local pageant, including the specific awards she secured and a surprising encounter with a former interviewer on the judging panel. The conversation also covers her transition into her final year of eligibility in the teen category and her upcoming goals for the Miss Illinois Teen competition in Marion this June.

Beyond the crown, the interview highlights Alexis’s deep-rooted commitment to service in the Kankakee Valley. As an Eagle Scout responsible for the Gold Star Families Memorial in Bourbonnais, she is now embarking on a major philanthropic mission with the American Heart Association.

Listen to the full episode to learn about:

• The personal motivation behind her $50,000 fundraising goal for heart health.
• How she balances a rigorous schedule of jazz band, wrestling, and academics at BBCHS.
• The creative ways she is involving the local community and athletic teams to support the Teen of Impact campaign.
• Her future aspirations for college and the Miss America stage.

Tune in to hear the inspiring story of a local leader making a significant impact both on the stage and in the community.

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