There’s a new Miss Florida in town.
Ribault High School alum and Jacksonville-native Paris Richardson took the crown this weekend, officially winning her ticket to represent the state at Miss America.
Being a proud Double Gator, having earned both her Bachelor of Public Health and Master of Health Administration degrees from the University of Florida, Richardson competed as Miss Gainesville.
“Before I stepped on that stage I prayed the judges would see my heart,” said Richardson over social media. “The late nights. The early mornings. The years of preparation. I asked God to let my effort speak for itself… and He did.”…