Frank J. Buchman

Cowboy • Horseman • Writer

Flint Hills Cowboy Reflects As Honored Rodeo Parade Grand Marshall

More than five decades in the saddle gives a cowboy broad perspective and certainly an opportunity to see ample changes in the profession and industry served. Couple bounteous generosity and diversity with desire and record of assisting others throughout the Flint Hills, this cowboy received semblance recognition for his honorable lifetime achievements during the recent […]

Heavy Rainfall Hazardous Too

“Still water runs deep.” Actually, there was water still running into the railroad underpass, but it didn’t look that bad. With only slight hesitation, we proceeded forward in the car. Problem is, we didn’t come out on the other side, actually just a few feet from where the low set vehicle entered.

Draft Horse Pulled Planned By Burlingame Saddle Club June 14

Another special attraction is planned by the Burlingame Saddle Club. “We’re having our first annual Draft Horse Pull on Saturday evening, June 14, starting at 6 o’clock, in the arena, located at 829 South Rodeo Drive in Burlingame,” announced Pat Rusher, saddle club official.

Old-Fashioned Fun For All Planned At Madison Days

Country entertainment for all has been promised at Madison. “We have three days of family fun events for every age group, scheduled June 13-14-15, at Madison Days 2014,” announced Rachel Ballard, chairman. Festivities kick off at noon, Friday, June 13, in the northern Greenwood County farming community of Madison, with free hot dogs and soda […]

Pioneer Bluffs Plans ‘Open Ranch’ Day Art, Fun And Picnic

It’ll be an “Open Ranch” at one of the most historic and picturesque ranches in the Flint Hills, and the entire world. “We are planning a day of relaxing time for artists to work, and for art lovers to watch them and view art exhibits, and for all to have a picnic lunch in the […]