MEXICO — University of Missouri student Simone Esters, 20, was crowned Miss Missouri Saturday night at Missouri Military Academy in Mexico. Shae Smith, 15, of Bolivar was crowned Miss Missouri Outstanding Teen. This year marked the golden anniversary the Miss Missouri pageant was held at the academy. Pageant Co-Executive Director Alice Leonatti recognized Brig. Gen. Richard V. Geraci, academy president, for the school's continued support in hosting the pageant since it came to Mexico. Several legacy Miss Missouris once again graced the stage, including Miss Missouri 1969 Fran (Biesemeyer) Owen who, earlier this month, said she has many wonderful memories of her time representing the state...
