North Myrtle Beach Times Serving our Community and the Grand Strand for over 50 years
By Missy Moore
The Miss North Myrtle Beach High School Pageant was held on Saturday, February 28, in the NMBHS auditorium. Ten beautiful contestants competed for two titles during several events leading up to crowning. First, the girls participated in a five minute panel interview where they spoke about their platforms, future plans and other various subjects. After the talent and evening gown categories, two very deserving contestants were crowned and will represent NMBHS for 2026.
Marley Grace Moore, a senior, was crowned Miss North Myrtle Beach High School Talent, after her vocal rendition of “Once Upon A December” from Anastasia – The Musical. Marley Grace has won numerous local and state vocal awards, as well as being named a 2024 SC Rising Star Honoree. She is a member of the NMBHS Drama Club, where she serves as an officer. She held the lead role as “Sandy” in the schools 2025 Spring production of Grease, and is the current Conway Superstar Teen winner. She has performed The National Anthem at more events than she can count, including several Coastal Carolina University football, baseball and basketball games, charity events and a PGA Tour. Marley Grace is the first NMBHS student to ever win this award twice. Although still undecided on a university, she plans to major in Musical Theater with a goal to one day perform on Broadway.
Madison Greene, also a senior, was crowned the 2026 Miss NMB High School. Madison is a member of The National Honor Society, Nations Spanish Honor Society, National Social Studies Honor Society, FCA and DECCA. She is also a varsity cheerleader. After graduating in June, she plans to attend the University of South Carolina, majoring in elementary education, with plans to own her own event planning business in the future.
