Smith - who made history as the third Black woman crowned Miss Kansas in the state pageant's 82-year history - discussed the stunning moment.

Alexis Smith is using her platform in a very important way. Just before she was crowned Miss Kansas during the pageant last month, she was asked what her vision would be as an ambassador for the ...

Alexis Smith, who represented Butler County and grew up in Wichita, won the title out of 26 participants. Along with winning it all, Smith won the Lesley Moss Preliminary Health and Fitness Award.