WAUSAU − The Miss Wausau Area Scholarship Organization has two new representatives. Janae Bond was crowned Miss Wausau Area 2026, and Chloe Munguia earned the title of Miss Wausau Area’s Teen 2026.

Ten young women took the stage Nov. 1 at the UW Center for Civic Engagement to highlight their community service initiatives, talents and communication skills. Both Miss Wausau Area and Miss Wausau Area's Teen contestants competed in five phases: interview, talent, evening gown, health and fitness and an on-stage conversation.

Bond, 23, of Mosinee, is a student at Northcentral Technical College. Her community service initiative, “Not Just a Limp,” raises awareness about canine health. She performed a dance to “Boogie Wonderland” during the talent portion of the competition.

Munguia, 15, a stu

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