Rochelle Francisco is crowned Miss Navajo Nation
Rochelle Francisco has been crowned Miss Navajo Nation, the Central Agency Fair Committee announced. Francisco previously held the title of Miss Central Agency and now represents the entire Navajo Nation.
Gallup Today Staff
Newsroom · September 14, 2026 · 1 min read
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Rochelle Francisco has been crowned Miss Navajo Nation, the Central Agency Fair Committee announced.
Francisco previously carried the title of Miss Central Agency, representing the Central Agency. As Miss Navajo Nation, she now represents the entire Navajo Nation.
The committee said it hopes her reign brings meaningful opportunities to inspire Diné youth, families and communities. The Navajo Police Department shared the committee's announcement with its own congratulations.
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