Shannon and her husband travel soon to meet their daughter!

"Swingin' For Wishes" Golf Classic

So today I went to the "Swingin' for Wishes" Golf Classic held at Castle Bay Golf Club in Hampstead, North Carolina. Different teams competed with proceeds going towards wish granting. I had the opportunity to thank golfers for coming, as well as meet some wish kids that came to the classic! Although my golf skills are way less than mediocre, I think i had more than enough fun on the golf cart :) This was the first year that the golf tournament was held, so we can only hope for the event to grow larger every year. All an all, the event was a huge success!

Miss Teen Maria Dimopoulos In Myrtle Beach

Miss Teen North Carolina International, Maria Dimopoulos had the opportunity this past weekend to attend the 2008 Beauties of America pageant in Myrtle Beach. While there she assisted with the official launching of the new venue of the North Carolina International Pageants with new director, Joy Pfister, interviewed with Tim K. of the Pageant Cast and met with delegates and reining 2007 BOA queens!

She also filmed her first YOUTUBE video for our MNCI Pageant Broadcast

Released date: 09/02/08

[Direct Link to Media File

LIVE! From Myrtle Beach – Beauties of America pageant

Veterans Appreciation Day

Melissa Chambers, Miss North Carolina International, appeared at the Veterans Appreciation Day put on by the Concerned Bikers Association of Buncombe County on August 16. Bikers from all around North Carolina gathered together to honor the Veterans that served in our military. Over $5,000 was raised for the hospital. Melissa posed with Pinky who had his own leather Harley visor, helmet and goggles. For more about Melissa or the North Carolina International Pageants visit http://www.northcarolinainternationalpageants.com/

Miss Teen North Carolina International appointed MAKE-A-WISH 2008 Ambassador

As the new Make-A-Wish ambassador, I am frequently in and out of the chapter in North Carolina. The stories these wish kids share are truly amazing. I’m often left with the chills, asking the children to tell me more stories about their journey. Many kids wish to travel to Disney World to meet Mickey, or the Princesses, but the unique wishes are my favorite. Children are amazing, and the imagination they posses are magnificent. Wishes have been granted from creating a personalized salad dressing, to designing a new hot wheels car. The possibilities are endless. The Make-A-Wish Foundation is always looking for new faces, and new volunteers to join=2 0the organization. Getting involved is very simple- http://www.wish.org/ can locate your local chapter- and lending a helping hand is as easy as donating books, frequent flyer miles, phone cards or suit cases. Some companies or businesses sponsor wishes, these are the true wish granters. Whether you’re giving your time or treasures, the smile granted on a wish kid is the memory that lasts forever.As my year of reign continues, I will be busy supporting my platform and meeting children whose stories will impact me for a lifetime. I urge you; share the power of a wish.

Miss North Carolina International is really on the MOVE!

With over 32 appearances under her crown, Melissa is really taking North Carolina By storm! We just wanted to give her a big WAY TO GO! Yep-we are bragging!

Miss North Carolina International 2008 Appearances:

April 2, 2008
Read to a class at Crossroads Assembly of God Missionettes Rainbows
April 8, 2008
Spoke at the North Buncombe Kiwanis Club Meeting
April 15, 2008
Spoke at the North Buncombe Optimist Club Meeting
April 21, 2008
Spoke at NBHS PE Classes
April 23, 2008
Spoke at NBHS PE Classes
May 3, 2008
Greeted at the Grand Opening of Starbucks in Weaverville/Ingles
May 4, 2008
Spoke and was commissioned at Crossroads Assembly of God
May 4, 2008
Spoke at Homers Chapel in Black Mountain
May 15, 2008
Appearance at NBHS Academic Banquet
May 16, 2008
Recognized at the AB Tech graduation Ceremony
May 17, 2008
Spoke and danced at the Relay for Life Idol Contest in Hendersonville
May 19, 2008
Photo shoot by Roxy Taylor in Montreat
May 23, 2008
Appearance at Hominy Valley Relay For Life/American Cancer Society
May 24, 2008
Photo shoot with Donald Latham at Mrs. NC Int.home
May 25, 2008
Appearance at the Grove Park Inn benefit for Roy Williams
May 29, 2008
Appearance at the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Awarness/Fundraiser at Bellagio
May 30, 2008
Photo shoot at the Biltmore Estate
June 7, 2008
Appearance at the Cancer Survivor Dinner at NBHS
June 7, 2008
Appearance at ALTEC company picnic
June 8, 2008
Recognized/Commissioned to go on Missions Trip to Montego Bay Jamaica
June 13, 2008
Spoke at the NBMS American Cancer Society Relay for Life
June 20, 2008
Guest speaker at Crossroads Joy Fellowship Women’s conference
June 21, 2008
Signed autographs at a Stars of Hope Fundraiser at Beaucatcher Cinemas
June 25, 2008
Greeted Residents at Aston Park Health Care Center
June 26, 2008
Photo shoot at the Grove Arcade and Botanical Gardens with Donald Latham
June 27, 2008
Special guest at the Asheville Tourist Baseball game, threw first pitch, radio interview, and news
July 3, 2008
Visited veterans at the Veterans Hospital
July 4, 2008
Appearance at the 5K fundraiser in Weaverville for scholarships for NBHS
July 4, 2008
Interviewed on two radio stations 105.9 and 96.5
Spoke at Carolina Furniture Concepts
July 4, 2008
Greeted and escorted by NC State Trooper to Bernie Edwards picnic
July 4, 2008
Spoke at the Weaverville 4th of July Celebration
July 18, 2008
Spoke at a send off party for Miss Teen NC Int. and Miss NC Int.
August 4, 2008
Appearance at Apollo Flame Bistro for Stars of Hope Fundraiser Charity Event
August 9, 2008
Spoke at Carolina Nights Dinner Theater
August 11, 2008
Filmed seven television commercials for Carolina Furniture Concepts
August 15, 2008
Special Guest at Asheville Tourist Baseball game
August 16, 2008
Appearance at Veterans Hospital motorcycle rally

Welcome to the North Carolina International Pageants

Featuring our 2008 State Title Holders:

Mrs. North Carolina International
Shannon Devine
"Top Ten" at Mrs International!!!

Miss North Carolina International
Melissa Chambers

Miss Teen North Carolina International
Maria Dimopoulos
"2008 Make-A-Wish Ambassador" (go Maria!)