The spotlight had indeed shone brightly on Emily, and she was ready to take on new challenges and make a positive impact in her community.

The keyword refers specifically to the North Carolina, District 10 local competition.

: In addition to the national title, she won preliminary awards for Scholastics and Talent , as well as the Spirit of Junior Miss Award , voted on by her peers. 2000 Competition Results

The term specifically refers to the identification code for the North Carolina representative during the national finals in Mobile, Alabama , which took place in June 2000. The 2000 National Winner

The competition took place at a local high school auditorium (you know the one—brick walls, squeaky stage floor, and that specific smell of floor wax and hairspray).