Miss USA, 1st Lt. Alma Cooper, visited students at South View High School, where she spoke about her life and career. Cooper emphasized the importance of service and pushing personal boundaries.

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Students at South View High School in Hope Mills were able to meet the reigning Miss USA this week. Miss USA, 1st Lt. Alma Cooper, also serves in the Army under the U.S. Army Recruiting Command.

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