Skylar Harden and Rylee Hailey crowned Miss Vicksburg 2026 and Miss Key to the South 2026

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Skylar Harden and Rylee Hailey have been named Miss Vicksburg 2026 and Miss Key to the South 2026. The two titleholders were officially crowned last weekend, marking the beginning of their year of service as they prepare to represent their communities on the state stage.

Harden, a student at Mississippi State University, impressed judges with a powerful performance of “River Deep, Mountain High.” During the Red Carpet/Evening Wear portion of the competition, she wore a pink gown adorned with rhinestones, earning praise for her poise and stage presence.

Hailey, who attends the University of Southern Mississippi, performed “In My Dreams” from Anastasia, a performance that secured her the Overall Talent Award. She also tied with Harden for the Overall Evening Wear Award after taking the stage in a one-shoulder blue gown embellished with sequins.

Both Harden and Hailey will advance to compete in the Miss Mississippi Competition this summer, where they will represent their titles and hometowns on one of the state’s largest pageant stages.