New Miss Deaf Texas crowned

[Miss-Delectable]

http://www.kvue.com/news/local/stories/040306kvuemissdeaftx-cb.8ade0f0d.html

A new Miss Deaf Texas has been crowned in what was a bittersweet ceremony this weekend.

Johanna Valente replaces Tara Rose McAvoy, 18, who was the reigning Miss Deaf Texas.

McAvoy was killed in Austin three weeks ago when she was hit by a train.

Investigators believe she was text-messaging on her cell phone.

"I have very mixed feelings. One thing -- I'm sad. I'm glad because I'm going to be doing this for Tara," Valente said.

McAvoy was supposed to compete in the Miss Deaf America pageant in July.

Valente will now go in her place.

 

[VamPyroX]

I know Johanna. She is a friend of mine and used to be a student here at NTID/RIT. She's a great gal with a lot going for her.

 

[JeepGirl]

Glad that Valente can do the honor for Tara.

 

[WhisperHorse]

Thats great news that Valente can do the honor for Tara and such like that.

 

[Eve]

ooops i posted in the wrong topic....teach me to have open too many windows at once.

I am glad they have someone to take over the crown.