Ramona Rancher Tells Fellow Cattlemen National Efforts For Industry Betterment
Consumer misunderstanding, swayed media reporting, government regulations, low agriculture representation in lawmaking, exports and market fluctuation. That’s a long list, and each aspect has impact on cattle ranchers’ bottom line.
‘Best Pro Rodeo’ In Prairie Circuit Set For Action At Eureka This Weekend
It’d be difficult to find a more appropriate locale for rodeo action than right in the heart of cattle country, Greenwood County smack dab in the middle of the world renowned native Bluestem grasslands’ Flint Hills of Kansas. The Western action is set this weekend in the county seat town of Eureka, and it’s a […]
Celebration Of Flint Hills Cattle Grazing Features Full Slate of Beef Fest Attractions
A jam packed weekend celebration of the grass cattle industry in the Flint Hills is set Friday through Sunday. “The 30th annual Flint Hills Beef Fest is planned August 19-20-21, at Emporia, with activities for everyone in the family to enjoy,” announced Shelly Wiggins, enthusiastic worker and promoter.
Beef Producers Information Seminar Breakfast Headlines Industry Issues
Government regulations are a major concern to Flint Hills ranchers. Kelly Lenz, longtime farm director at WIBW Radio, is well aware of that dilemma, and has coordinated a special program to help answer the burdensome queries of these stockmen.
Blackjack Saddle Club Show Saturday
Third point show planned by the Blackjack Saddle Club, for the 2016 show circuit season, is this Saturday, Aug. 20, according to Stacy Nicholas, club point keeper. All shows are at Cico Park, Wells Arena, Manhattan, beginning at 9 o’clock. There are entry fees, with awards in all performance and speed events; as well all […]
This ‘Hippie’ Is Really A Rodeo Clown
Today’s generation often don’t know definition of the word “hippy.” For those, “hippies” were descriptive definition given members of a countercultural movement that rejected the mores of mainstream American life, during the 1960s and 1970s.
Horses, Learning, Teaching, Helping Others Keep Well-Known Octogenarian Going Horseshow Strong
“Always be the best you can be.” Uncertain, if she ever made that exact statement. “Always go to best the competition.” Uncertain if she ever said precisely that, either. Yet, nobody who’s ever known, worked with, or ridden with Karen Russell knows that’s just the way it is.
Slowing Down, Horses Still Important Part Of Life For Well-Known Bennington Couple
When horses get in the blood, it’s impossible to remove, and even seems to thicken after that first horse show. Elmer and Shirley Brown of Bennington have been regulars in the horse and horseshow world for nay a half century. Mention the couple’s name, and somebody will pop up a reflection. Likely most everybody at […]
Coffeyville Rodeo In Eastern Kansas Pro Rodeo Series Further Expands Awareness And Contestant Recognition
Another rodeo has been added to the Eastern Kansas Pro Rodeo Series Revived last year, the Eastern Kansas Pro Rodeo Series included rodeos at Mound City and Eureka. “This year we’re happy to announce that the Coffeyville rodeo will also be included in the series,” said John Teagarden, LaCygne, longtime Linn County Fair-Rodeo committeeman who’s […]
Pro Rodeo, Outlaw Tractor Pull In Full Lineup Of Attractions Set For Linn County Fair At Mound City
The only Kansas fair with a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) sanctioned rodeo and an Outlaw Tractor Pull kicks off Friday, Aug 5. “It’s the 2016 annual Linn County Fair & Rodeo, August 5th through the 13th, at the fairgrounds in Mound City,” according to Kelly Carbon, fair board president from Mound City.