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Mrs. Connecticut 2007: Sheree Farrell of Plainville

Posted July 8, 2007

(WTNH) _ Last month, Plainville resident, Sheree Farrell was crowned Mrs. Connecticut 2007. The competition recognizes outstanding married women who juggle home, family, volunteerism and career. Sheree, who is the first African American woman from Connecticut to wear the crown also serves on Senator Barack Obama's Presidential Campaign.

Information provided by our guest:

Mrs. Connecticut America Competition www.mrsctamerica.com

Official Preliminaries to the Mrs. America/ Mrs. World Pageant

Connecticut Crowns State's "Mrs. America" Representative

It was a crowning moment at the Hilton Hartford Hotel when Billie Jo Anderson, Mrs. Connecticut America 2006, proudly handed over her state title and crown to this year's winner, Sheree Farrell.

Judges were tasked with a difficult undertaking as some of Connecticut's most accomplished married women competed for the title of Mrs. Connecticut America 2007 and the opportunity to vie for the national Mrs. America 2007 title later this fall in Tucson Arizona.

The contestants, all uniquely extraordinary, showcased their leadership, humanity, intelligence, and beauty - but only one woman walked away with the crown - Sheree Farrell.

A resident of Plainville, Farrell has been married to her husband Brian for 4 years. She feels that the Mrs. Connecticut America Competition was a great experience and cannot wait to work on preparing herself for the National Mrs. America Competition in September. Sheree is also working in the Political Department for Senator Barack Obama's Presidential Campaign in Manchester, New Hampshire.

Sheree feels she has the time, energy and fortitude to be an excellent representative for the state of Connecticut. She feels she has a great understanding of the hard work and diligence it takes to be a married woman managing the home, family, volunteerism and career. Her philosophy is "Carpe Diem" ... Seize the Day!!

"After many years of working in pageants, we feel confident that Sheree Farrell will be a great representative for the state of Connecticut", said State Director Elaine Paolo. "We know she will make us proud as she goes on to compete for the title of Mrs. America 2007 in September. She looks forward to fulfilling any and all challenges and obligations that lie ahead of her".

Mrs. Connecticut America Competition www.mrsctamerica.com 401-943-0001/fax 401-944-9975

About Sheree Shields-Farrell:

Most that know Sheree describe her as a passionate person and an excellent communicator. She is kind, personable, positive, intelligent, charismatic and exudes perseverance. Sheree is this year's Mrs. Connecticut America 2007. She was first runner-up back to back years, and is looking forward to representing the Nutmeg state at this year's Nationally Televised Mrs. America Pageant that is scheduled to air this fall on WE(Women Entertainment Network)! Sheree is active in her community and volunteers countless hours towards the betterment of society.

Sheree is currently working on Senator Barack Obama's Presidential Campaign. She currently serves as a board member for the PARC organization. Sheree also serves as a Board member for Catholic Charities (Southside Family House).

She's been a Sunday school teacher at Southwest Church of Christ since 2004. She is a graduate student at Trinity College in Hartford Connecticut, pursuing a Masters degree in Public Policy and Law. Sheree has worked in the television field for over 10 years and graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications and a minor in Sport and Leisure Management from Eastern Connecticut State University. Sheree is currently freelancing for ESPN'S New Media as an on-camera NBA reporter.