Kentucky woman crowned Miss Earth USA

Danielle Mullins, 25, of Kentucky, was crowned Miss Earth USA in Orlando, Florida.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The new reigning Miss Earth USA hails from Kentucky.

Danielle Mullins, 25, graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a degree in public relations.

Mullins was crowned at this years pageant in Orlando, Florida.

Known as "Beauties for a Cause," Miss Earth empowers women through community leadership and environmental education.

Mullins will travel to Vietnam to compete for the international title later this year.

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