Miss Planet International has released a statement concerning the pageant after several complaints about it were made public.
National Director of Miss Planet Uganda Monica Akech wrote, "Contrary to unconfirmed reports regarding cancellation of the pageant, the show will go on as planned.
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HartBeat Ensemble has received $15,000 through a new New England Foundation for the Arts program, to create a new play based on the life of Hartford-based actress Gwendolyn Reed.