2026 Miss Iris TN Teen Volunteer and Miss TN Teen Volunteer crowned

JACKSON, Tenn.—Saturday night two young ladies were crowned after competing in the teen portions of the Miss Volunteer Pageant series here in the Hub City.

Contestants were judged in the categories of interview, talent, fitness, and evening gown. After narrowing the competition down to the Top 5, one winner was selected for both teen titles.

Lucy Cowart from East TN was crowned as the new 2026 Miss Iris TN Teen Volunteer and Alexa Macarthur from West TN was crowned with the title of 2026 Miss TN Teen Volunteer.

(L to R) 2026 Miss Iris Tennessee Teen Lucy Cowart, and 2026 Miss Tennessee Teen Volunteer Alexa Macarthur.

Both ladies expressed how excited they were to win and how they look forward to what is to come.

“Last night we competed in fitness. For me, I competed in talent with the other Teen Volunteer contestants and we also competed in evening gown. Once we narrowed it down to the top five, we answered an on stage question,” said Alexa Macarthur, 2026 Miss Tennessee Teen Volunteer.

“I had prayed before and after the interview. I was so at peace the whole week. Nerves were obviously up there, but being out there on that stage after the opening number and looking at the judges for the first time; I honestly felt so calm and I was just ready. I felt good,” said Lucy Cowart, 2026 Miss Iris Tennessee Teen Volunteer.

Both ladies’ hard work and dedication definitely paid off in Saturday night’s competition. Congrats to both winners!