2022 Rodeo Program

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Letter from the

Chairman

Welcome Fair and Friends!

On behalf of our incredible staff, our amazing volunteers, and our dedicated Board of Directors, I would like to personally say, “Welcome to the 2022 Heart O’ Texas Fair and Rodeo!” We are looking forward to another outstanding year of excellent entertainment, fabulous fun on the midway, outstanding stock and exhibitors in our livestock show, and a rodeo that is sure to be the “Best in Texas!” We sincerely appreciate having you here in Waco.

Tanner Moore Chairman of the Board

Your attendance helps us deliver on our mission which is “to produce events for education, entertainment, and agricultural experiences at the premier multi-use facility while giving back through youth scholarships and a positive economic impact in Central Texas.” We strive daily to accomplish this mission and are only able to do so because of you. Your enjoyment of all the Heart O’ Texas Fair and Rodeo has to offer helped us award over $250,000 in scholarships in 2021! So, “Thank You” for your continued support and attendance. We have a lot more for you to enjoy this year.

The Heart O’ Texas Livestock Show presented by Bar None Country Store will be held October 6th-16th. Our show will, yet again, be a “record breaker” in all categories from exhibitors and livestock to contestants and projects. Each participant from across our great state will be vying for ribbons, hardware, and scholarships from our livestock show arena(s) to our Academic Rodeo event(s). In 2021 alone, we awarded over $100,000 in scholarships and over $80,000 in premiums! We anticipate awarding even more this year.

We are celebrating our 70th anniversary this year and we hope to make it our most successful one yet. We can’t do that without producing not one of the best rodeos in the country. For the first time in our history, we will be hosting two separate rodeos this year! We will have the PRCA Permit Finals and Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo presented by Republic Gun Club. This means that we will have eight nights of rodeo between Friday, October 7th through Saturday, October 15th. And, back by popular demand, we will close out the 2022 Heart O’ Texas Fair and Rodeo” with The Mexican Rodeo Extravaganza on Sunday, October 16th. Like I said, we plan on making our 70th anniversary one to remember!

In addition to our livestock show and rodeo, I cannot encourage you enough to take advantage of everything else the Heart O’ Texas Fair and Rodeo has to offer for your enjoyment and entertainment. Be sure to take a stroll through our world class carnival and enjoy the rides and games for all ages. You will also find some of the best corn dogs, funnel cakes, and turkey legs the “fair world” has to offer. While on your way through the midway, I recommend you take a break in the Texas Beer and Wine Garden, Spectacular Burger Barn, or at any of our other vendors as they truly have something to offer any one of any age. Also, don’t forget, we will have even more food, educational, agricultural, and entertainment vendors inside our 80,000 square foot, multi-use facility known as the BASE. Lastly, you will not really experience all we have to offer unless you stick around for the Bud Light Music Stage to come alive with some of the best musical acts in the entertainment industry today. I can assure you, you will not be disappointed.

Our mantra this year has been to “Raise The Standard” in all that we do. Thus, thanks to our incredible sponsors, our amazing staff, our army volunteers, and you, our loyal patrons, we feel we will do just that this year at the 2022 Heart O’ Texas Fair and Rodeo. We appreciate your attendance and hope each and every one of you enjoy yourselves.

Sincerely, J. Tanner Moore Chairman of the Board

Tanner Moore Mike Tawater Dan Ingram Wayne Gartman Chairman Chairman-Elect Secretary Treasurer

Mike Lewis Liz Barton Chris Elliott Ted Teague

Past Chairman

Scott Felton

Board of Directors

James Bates Micah Boles Beau Chastain Jake Coleman Wes Dowd Matt D. Fatheree

Jenn Felton David Groschke Carl Hillin Jessica Juarez Chris Kincaid Ron Knowles

Sloan Kuehl Travis Louge Dusty Lynch

RoseMary Mayes- Emily McElreath Bob Mock Rafuse

Charles Wiley Whit Weems

Rob Wolaver T.J. Zawacki

Tom Morgan Debbie Parker Justin Philpott David Post Diane Walters Trey Warren

president From the

Wes Allison President/CEO

Houdy Fans,

Welcome to the 70th Anniversary version of the Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo. We are so glad you chose to come enjoy this year’s event.

Raising the standard is our guiding principle and we are definitely making it happen in 2022. You will enjoy a great entertainment line-up on the Bud Light Stage. In addition, One HOT Rodeo presented by AIP is hosting 2 finals rodeo series this year. The PRCA Permit Finals will feature to top 10 contestants in the Permit Standings. These contestants are the young and upcoming contestants who are in their first year of competition. This will be exciting rodeo action featuring ProRodeo’s future stars. We are also hosting the Ram Texas Circuit Finals. We have hosted the Circuit Finals for more than 25 years but typically it is around the first of the year. Moving it to the Fair provides the best rodeo action in the ProRodeo and will feature many contestants who will make a run at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas in December.

In addition to a new rodeo and high-quality entertainment you will notice our new lighting, tents and other improvements to make your experience the best. We have upgraded cleaning procedures and protocols so you can rest assured we are doing everything we can to provide the highest quality entertainment in a clean, safe environment.

See you at the Fair,

Wes Allison President/CEO

Scott Butler

Fair & Rodeo Staff

Melinda Adams

Dustin Coufal

Hannah Eichman

Robert Ellis

Ewing

Katy Fehler

Hall

Mattie Hawthorne

Jerry Hiland

Erin James

Melinda

Smith

Emily Williams

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2022 Scholarship

The Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo is committed to producing events for education, entertainment and agricultural experi ences, while giving back through youth scholarships. In 2021-22, over $250,000 in scholarships were awarded through the Livestock Show and academic recognition. In May, the Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo awarded $137,000 in academic schol arships to 36 Central Texas students. To date, more than $3.5 million has been committed to the youth of Texas.

Trinity Tull - Axtell High School

Scholarship Recipients

• Sterling Weadock - Belton High School

• Meredith Schlaefer - Belton High School

Weston Hinze - Burton High School • Waylon Hinze - Burton High School

• Cassidy Fuchs - Burton High School

Gracie Bohannon - China Spring High School • Kasey Klages - Clear Creek High School Kendall Bone - College Station High School • Nathan Kerth - College Station High School Delayna Hold - College Station High School • Rachel Lewis - Fairfield High School • Ally Robinson - Fairfield High School

Bryce Fisher - Florence High School • Hailey Luensmann - Gatesville High School • Samuel Belt - Gatesville High School

Cooper Sutton - Gatesville High School • Callie Welty - Grandview High School • Caresa Bay - Groesbeck High School

Georgia Williams - Hill Country Christian School of Austin • Larissa Boyd - Hillsboro High School Misela Carbajal - Hillsboro High School • Joshua Whisenhunt - Holland High School • Emily Dague - Holland High School Sarah Wood - Homeschool • Tyler Martin, Jr. - Homeschool - Lakeland Preparatory • Kennedy Hobbs - James Madison Homeschool Chloe McLellan - LaVega High School • Lexie Caro - Lorena High School • Rebekah Holle - Lorena High School

Faith Lauderdale - Midway High School • Ashley Riddle - Midway ISD (Henrietta) • Alexandria Kalina - Miles High School Ariana Gonzalez - Navasota High School • Callie Powell - Normangee High School • Rylie McKinney - Normangee High School Adriana De La Garza - Normangee High School • Truman Cunningham - Rapoport Academy

Mallory McDaniel - Rockdale High School • Elisa Ranly - Rogers High School • Mario Watson - Rosebud-Lott High School

John Paul Whitaker - St. Dominic Savio Catholic High School • Adelyn Valle - Troy High School

Jordan McMurtry - Troy High School • Emily Ward - Troy High School • Daylen Sauls - University High School

Courtney Wiethorn - Vanguard College Preparatory School • Kylee Schroeder-Howard - West High School Marissa Frazier - Windthorst High School

Wednesday, September 28

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Breeding Beef Heifer Move

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Breeding Beef Heifer Kiosk Check-In

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Sullivan’s Stock Show U

6:00 PM Breeding Beef Heifer Showmanship

Thursday, September 29

8:00 AM

Scramble Heifer Show

Scholarship American Heifer Show

*Immediately following Scramble Heifer Show

Scholarship British/Continental Heifer Show

*Immediately following Scramble Heifer Show

Friday, September 30

8:00 - 8:30 AM .... Agricultural Public Speaking Registration

8:00 AM Premium American Heifer Show

Premium British/Continental Heifer Show

9:00 AM Agricultural Public Speaking Contest

Saturday, October 1

8:00 - 9:00 AM Speak Out for Agriculture Contest Registration

9:00 AM Speak Out for Agriculture Contest Orientation

10:30 AM ........ Speak Out for Agriculture Contest

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Steer Move

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM Steer Kiosk Check-In

3:30 PM Steer Classification

6:30 PM Steer Showmanship

Sunday, October 2

8:00 AM Scholarship Steer Show

9:00 AM ......... Speak Out for Agriculture Contest

Monday, October 3

8:00 AM Premium Steer Show

11:00 AM Agricultural Mechanics Move In

5:00 PM ......... Agricultural Mechanics In Place and Check-In

Tuesday, October 4

8:00 AM ......... Agricultural Mechanics Judging Agricultural Mechanics Awards Ceremony

*Immediately following Agricultural Mechanics Judging Agricultural Mechanics Release

*Immediately following Agricultural Mechanics Awards

Wednesday, October 5

Thursday, October 6

2022 HOT Livestock Show and Competitive Event Catalog 10

Friday, October 7

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Lamb Move

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Lamb Kiosk Check-In

3:00 PM

Sullivan’s Stock Show U

5:00 PM Lamb Showmanship

Saturday, October 8

8:00 AM

9:00 - 9:30 AM

9:30 AM

Scramble Lamb Show

Scholarship Lamb Show

*Immediately following Scramble Lamb Show

Ag. Product ID Contest Registration

Ag. Product ID Contest

11:00 - 11:30 AM . Food Challenge Registration

11:30 AM Food Challenge Contest

Sunday, October 9

7:30 - 7:45 AM

Livestock Judging Registration

8:00 AM ........ Livestock Judging Contest

11:00 AM Premium Lamb Show

Monday, October 10

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Goat Move

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Goat Kiosk Check-In

2:00 PM Scramble Goat Show

Scholarship Goat Show

*Immediately following Scramble Goat Show Goat Showmanship

*Immediately following Scholarship Goat Show

Tuesday, October 11

8:00 AM Premium Goat Show

Wether Doe Show

*Immediately following Premium Goat Show

Wednesday, October 12

Thursday, October 13

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Swine Move In

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM Swine Kiosk Check-In

5:00 PM Swine Showmanship

Friday, October 14

7:30 AM

8:00 AM

Trap Shooters Extravaganza Check-In

Scramble Swine Show

Purebred Gilt Show

*Immediately following Scramble Swine Show

Crossbred Gilt Show

*Immediately following Purebred Gilt Show

8:30 AM

Trap Shooters Extravaganza Orientation

Trap Shooters Extravaganza: Trap Singles

*Immediately following Orientation

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Saturday, October 15

7:30 AM

Trap Shooters Extravaganza Check-In

8:00 AM Scholarship Swine Show

8:30 AM

Trap Shooters Extravaganza Orientation

Trap Shooters Extravaganza: Trap Doubles

*Immediately following Orientation

Trap Shooters Extravaganza: Awards

*Immediately following Trap Doubles

Sunday, October 16

8:00 AM

Premium Swine Show

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Today, GENCO has grown to service all of McLennan and Angelina Counties and the Heart O’ Texas Fair and Rodeo now draws fans from all over this great state.

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CALF SCRAMBLE

Presented by Brazos Masonry, Inc.

A determined group of young competitors participate in the Calf Scramble which is one of the entertaining must events during the rodeo. They race to catch a calf and those who are successful are awarded with a $300 or $600 certificate to purchase a registered beef heifer, lamb or pig. Once the animal is purchased, the year long project of raising, grooming, feeding and caring for the animal begins. The competitors return the following year to show their animal in the Heart O’ Texas Livestock Show presented by Bar None. The money for the certificates is generously donated by individuals, companies and sponsors.

hot chute-Out

Presented by Brazos Masonry, Inc.

The Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo is excited to bring back the HOT Chute Out, presented by Brazos Masonry, Inc., for its third year. This exciting event will take place on Sunday, October 16 during the Mexican Rodeo.

The top three scramblers from each of the eight nights of One HOT Rodeo, presented by AIP Energy, will qualify to scramble again and automatically receive an upgraded certificate of $1,000. Those 15 scramblers will return on Sunday, October 16 to compete for an additional $500. The top five participants who catch at this event will receive a total certificate pf $1,5000 to purchase their animal of choice. The second to catch will receive another $250 for a total of $1,750. The first to catch will receive another $500 for a grand total of $2,000.

MUTTON BUSTIN'

Presented by Central National Bank

Mutton Bustin’ is a crowd favorite during the One HOT Rodeo. Children between the ages of 4 and 7 years old are put to the test to see who can hold on for at least 8 seconds and receive the highest scores of the night. Sheep are loaded into a chute, children hold onto the wool of the animal and the fun begins! Each ride is scored and the top 2 winners advance to the Championship Round on Saturday, October 15.

SPECIAL RANCH RODEO

The 32th Annual Special Ranch Rodeo is hosted by the Heart O’ Texas Rodeo Committee on Saturday, October 15. This event is open to children between the ages of 3 and 16 years who are physically and/or mentally disabled. Participants get to participate in special rodeo events alongside some of the cowboys and cowgirls that compete at the One HOT Rodeo.

VOLUNTEER COMMITTEES

Where would the Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo be without the help of the more than 550 volunteers?

By donating their time and talents, volunteers make the Fair & Rodeo what it is today.

A special thank you to the following committee members for their continued support of the Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo:

Academic Rodeo

Trista Barnett

Casi Bowers

Christine Nix

Donna Morgan

Jennifer Sargent

Julie Richardson

Kim Neuhaus

Lisa Monthie

Mandy Moss

Mischa Campbell

Nikki Banana

Renee Blackshear

Ruben Andrade

Sarah Rippen

Shaunte Stewart

Stacie Lathern

Yesica Rodriguez

Hearts

Jessica Juarez

Karen Allen

Jessica Amaro

Sarah Bird

Ivon Mendoza

Cuevas Peacock

Sarah Pick

Alex Price

RoseMary Rafuse

Justin Rice

Kennedy Sam Megan Snipes

Tiffany Vidana Linda Herrera

Back Porch Club

Ashley Tompkins

Becky Shook Blaire Olson

Bob White

Catherine Estes

Christina Dominguez

Christine Kling

Dalaina Denard

Jana Svacina

Kim Morriss

Linda Wollard

Lindly Jarvies

Lisa Houle

Lisa Thomas

Lisa Rowe

Lori Alambar

Maggie Krueger

Marcy Miears

Marie Sanchez

Melina Blood

Peggy De La Rosa

Randall Hurst

Raquel Blood

Renee Poston

Robin Baber

Rose Schroeder

Sharon Stephens

Sydney Dorsey

Calf Scramble

Alex Warren

Ansley Gough

Ally Knowles

Angela Fortier

Ben McElreath

Ben Perry

Bo Jones

Bobbi Furse

Carl Hillin

Dani Degner

Dave Whitby Debbie Parker

DeeDee Lewis

Diane Walters Drew Fortier

Dylan Abel

Hannah Stephens Holly Knowles

Laurie French Mark Benning Michelle Warren Ron Knowles

Thomas Schmidt

Todd Furse

Tom Hamilton Tracy Chapman Trey Warren Wade Canuteson

Continuing Education

Andrea Allen Angie Goette Bambi Eskew Beau Chastain Brayden Sievers Brenda Harris Caroline Symm Charles Anderson Darwin Hefelfinger DeeDee Lewis Derek Banik

Emily Whicker

Harold Rafuse

Holly Wolaver Jessica Juarez

Jimmy Gaskin

Karen Gartman

Keith Walls

Mackie Bonner

Mike Lewis Ray Allen RoseMary Rafuse

Sharon Chastain

Stacy Whitwell

Tanya Walls Taylor Moss Ted Teague Walt Mosher

Wayne Gartman

Decorations

Brooke Allison Christy Kolacek Fallynn White Jenny Arnold

Jessica Morrow

Kacy Schulze

Kyle Schulze

Matt D. Fatheree

Matt P. Fatheree Sue Ashley Tricia Rush

Esperanza

Bianca Luna Carlos Luna Cassie Thomas Cecilia Pena Endi Jimenez Gilbert Ochoa Henry Carbajal Jannette Barradas Jessica Amaro Jessica Juarez Jonathan Olvera Jose Palacios Julie Ochoa Kayla Pecina Leticia Rodriguez Santos Carranza Sheryl Teague Stefani De la Rosa Suzann Chavez Kandy Olivarez

Golf Tournament

Bobbi Furse Candace Wilshire Chris Franks Cindy Shockly Crystal Webb David Lynch Derek Cates Ginger Gregory Haley Hill Jennifer Jung Jennifer Warren John Anderson Jonathan Favors Karen Heruth Lisa Lynch Marcy Miears Mischa Campbell Oscar Chombo Regina Martinez Renea Gaston Sherrie Campbell-Parker Stephanie Jackson Todd Furse

Hometown Stage

Andrea Allen Denny Bays

Devon Sharp

Dulcie Schasteen

Honey Bays

Karen Kirkpatrick

Krystal Armstrong Ray Allen Tammie Hartgroves

Junior Committee

Emily McElreath

Beth Zuilhof

Erin Kubala

Hannah Cavazos

Justin Hancock Lauren Foster

Makenzy McCormick Ray Allen RoseMary Rafuse

Shanna Denson

Tiffany Hrabal TJ Zawacki

Kids Zone

Andrea Allen Barret Waldrop Beth Plumlee Bradley Huser Brandy Mynar-Olson Brook Arlitt Caleb Willis Carrie Bender Chad Sharp Cora Saunders-Kimble Crissy Forrester Debra Necessary Denny Bays Dewey West Dulcie Schasteen Dylan Cates Elizabeth Lowe Hilario Leon Jeanette Anderson Jennifer Tucker Jeremy Rowe Jessilyn Armstrong Joey Kimble Jordyn Baugh Katey Moss Kimberly Johnson Kristen Austin Krystal Armstrong Ky’Ondris Landrum Lindsey Rezach Lisa Thomas Louann Vanderzwart Melissa Waters Nicole Estes Ray Allen Robert Wolaver Roy Toten Ryan Hancock Sara Baxter Shawn Holland Sheila Zawacki Susie Hendrick TJ Zawacki Victoria Ramirez Wes Dowd

Livestock Greeters

Aaron Slye Adam Ledlow Bradley Booth Brent Neuhaus

Chris Kincaid

David Bowers

Ethan Moore

Greg Clark

Jake Coleman

Jimmy Berry

Justin Richard Kelly Shavers

Kevin Forrester

Lauren Berry Meredith Benton Roy Toten

Tanner Moore

TJ Zawacki Tom Morgan Tommy James Travis Louge Wes Dowd

Livestock

Angela Radde Mario Alaniz Bailey Allison Bonnie Alton

Tim Anderson Marshal Bell Trina Berry Jimmy Berry Michael Blake Mackie Bounds

Bruce Boyd Thomas Boyle McKenna Bush Trish Collins Colton Conn Becky Coward

Heath Crumley James Davidson Zach T. Davis

J. R. Dollins

Annette Elliott Catherine Estes

Cassie Ferguson Robert Ferguson Shelly Franklin Melissa Fulton Kristina Gardner Lindsey Geeslin

George Gibbs Kevin Gibbs

Whitney Grantham David Groschke

Misty Groschke

Justin Hale

Roger Hall

Mary Faith Hammermeister

H. Glenn Hanna Lisa Hoelscher Nick Hudson Keith Hykel

Dan Ingham

Floyd Ingram Whitney Jennings Donald Kelm Kourtney Kerlee

Mike Maedgen

Madeline Makovy

Stephanie Maultsby

Randy McClinton

Shane McLellan

Jennifer Mellott

Anthony Meurer

Debbie Meurer

Jerod Meurer

Jolee Meurer

Tyler Meurer

Bob Mock

Angie Nors

Brit Owen

Jennifer Parker

Debbie Parker - Fair

Peggy Sue Pilant

Sandra Pilant

Charles Prause

Janine Radunz

Bobbie Raley

Sheryl Raley - Long

Lisa Rendon

Tricia Rush

Warner Seidel

Rena Sliger

Chase Sligh

Kyndal Sligh-Campbell

Keith Smart

Marley Smart

Gary Snokhous

Pasquale Swaner

Mike Tawater

Cooper Terrill Connie Tindle

Morgan Tindle

Tracy Tomascik

Clete Vanderburg

Thomas Waitley

Karly West-Strickland

Dave Whitby

Bob Young

Operations

Heather Kelley

Jimmy Gaskin

Lawrence Scott Jr.

Michelle Warren

Mike Lewis

Taylor Moss

Trey Warren

Wayne Gartman

Public Relations

Audra Woodward

Aliyah Jackson

Angela Watson

Angela Gonzales

Annette Florio

Antoinette Marquez

Barbara Cook

Belinda Jennings

Cameron Curry

Candice Sheridan

Carol Germany

Charva Ingram

Dannica Smith

Donna Meiers

Erica Rivera

Erik Thomas

Gardea Jennifer Gina Enriquez

Jake Coleman

Jarrett Warren

Jessica Roberts

Kasia Redden

Kayla Hutchison

Kayla Seale

Kirby Henry Lara Kramer

Lauren Hall

Liz Barton Mary Sharp

Mary Cannon

Megan Gohring

Nancy Keaton

Norma Elmore

Pamela Leonard

Patricia (Trish) Zawacki

Randy Fehler

Renee Poston

Sarah Baker

Shanna Lord

Stephanie Lowrie

Stephanie Torres

Tim Brooks

Traci Weir

Vanessa Valenzuela

Rodeo Express

Cathy Summers Andrea Moore Angela Green ChristianTorres

Courtney Wills

Curtis Austin Darlene Davidson David Roberts Deanna Wills

Denise Hillin Elizabeth Carpenter Jeannine Jennings Jennifer Butler Jerry Jennings Julie Blankenship

Katelyn Burch Kelly Huser Layne Bennett Loren Trimble Maci Doss Mark Necessary Renee Moore

Rey Tovar Robin Sexton Roy Toten Sandra Grisham Steven Davidson

Terri Fuessel

Tommy Morriss Tracy Toten

Rodeo Ushers

Erin Copeland

Jeffery Krieg Kelly Lathern

Lyndsey Shook-Maggard Melissa Krieg Perla Martinez

Rodeo

Charles Anderson

Matthew Balderrama Micah Boles

Jon Campbell

Scotty Cobb Erin Copeland

Heath Crumley

Dwayne Ellis

Justin Ellis

Jase Embry

Jason Embry

John Embry

Mark Felton Perry Felton Scott Felton Charles Finley Holly Finley Bailey Gonzales Eric Greenhill Jimmy Hancock Justin Hancock Jase Hodges

Jason Hollingsworth Dub Holmes Andy Holt Joshua Honea Clint Hood Keith Hrachovy Bo Jones

Jeffery Krieg Melissa Krieg Kelly Lathern Aaron Lide Dusty Lynch Julio Martinez Perla Martinez Parnell McNamara Ashley Miles Wade Moseley Jimmie Munroe Scott Omo

Ronnie Parks Dustin Patton Matt Richardson Jim Richman Ben Rush Robert Sellers

Lyndsey Shook-Maggard Michael Shubert Timothy Urbanek Andrew Valentine Brenda VanDeMaele Bert Vandiver Michael Vaughn Diane Walters Joe White

Running with the Bulls

Daniel Walker Cheyenne Booth Courtney Percivill Harold Rafuse Jacque Henderson Jennie Ellis Jessilyn Armstrong Krystal Armstrong Maia McKenzie Mary Sharp Meredith Benton Pattsi Lueg Renee Poston RoseMary Rafuse Silvia Schagel Stacy Whitwell Stephen Mayes Summer Mayes Tanya Walls Wesley Lueg Alexis Sefton

South 40

Andrea Allen Angie Cox

Beth Plumlee

Brandy Mynar-Olson

Brittany Swain

Brook Arlitt

Bryan Carter

Bryson Williams

Caitlin Raborn

Catherine Estes

Chris Crain

Chris Elliott

Cora Saunders-Kimble Courtney Percivill

Crissy Forrester

Dackie Wood

Dewey West Donna Morgan Dylan Cates

Garth Goodwin JenniferTucker

Joey Kimble Julio Martinez Justin Blanton Keith Hrachovy Kim Morriss Kim Miller Kristen Austin

Lane Willenborg

Lori Alambar

Louann Vanderzwart

Lyndsey Shook-Maggard Mackie Bonner Melissa Waters

Michael Davis

Miranda Bullock Nick Flanigan Patricia (Trish) Zawacki Patrick Miller Perry Felton Ray Allen

Raygen Smith RoseMary Rafuse Roy Toten Sheila Zawacki Staci Jay

Stephanie Jackson

Susie Hendrick

TJ Zawacki Tom Morgan Tommy Morriss Tyler Martin Wes Dowd

Sweetheart

Cameron Battles Callie Richard Catherine Estes

Chelsea Embry

Cheyenne Alligood Courtney Percivill

Deanna Putnam Jacque Henderson Kelly Marberry

Laura Mitchell

Nancy Pulcine

Nancy Felix Pearson Crow Tracy Chapman

Tuesday Embry

Volunteers

Cora Saunders-Kimble

Dusty Hamilton Melissa Ruiz

Patricia (Trish) Zawacki

Renee Poston

RoseMary Rafuse

Sheila Zawacki

TJ Zawacki

Wes Dowd

Wine & Beer Garden

Anthony Castaneda

April Garon

Ashley Cassell

Barry Johnson

Chelsey May Chris Lunday

Christy Knuppel Cindy Shockley

Crystal Webb

Divinity Pagel

Don Parker

Erin Banda Jennifer Jung Joshua Hall Karen Roby Kelly Huser Kim Bush Kim Tucker Kimberly Wollard

Laurie Goss

Lisa Lynch Lisa Mitchell

Liz Sanchez Melissa Ruiz

Pamela Yeager

Patti Johnson Renea Gaston

Sherrie Campbell-Parker Stacey Zimmerman

Sylvia Hall

Vanessa Castaneda Vickie Homeyer

Thank you Volunteers

GATE, HOURS, ADMISSION & PARKING

sneak-a-peek: Thursday, October 6

Gate Hours: . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 – 11 p .m .

Gate Admission: $5 gate admission for ages 3 years & up (proceeds benefit the Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo Scholarship Fund); FREE (age 2 & under)

Midway Cost: $2 rides

Parking: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10 per vehicle

Military Appreciation Day: FRIDAY, October 7

Gate Hours: 4 p m – Midnight

Gate Special: . . . . . . . . . . . . FREE gate admission with a valid Military ID (1 per ID) at the gate only; $25 Armband with a valid Military ID (1 per ID)

Gate Admission: $15 (ages 3+), Free (ages 2 & under)

Rodeo Admission: $25 each in advance and $30 day of for Balcony and Mezzanine Reserved Seating; $30 each for Reserved Box Seating

Midway Cost: $40 Armband (valid from 4 p m – Midnight)

Music Zone: . . . . . . . . . . . . Jason Boland & The Stragglers at 8 p m . (FREE with paid gate admission) Clay Walker at 10 p m .

Parking: $10 per vehicle

SATURDAY, October 8

Gate Hours: Noon – Midnight

Gate Admission: $15 (ages 3+), Free (ages 2 & under) Free Child Admission with a Stick Horse

Rodeo Admission: $25 each in advance and $30 day of for Balcony and Mezzanine Reserved Seating; $30 each for Reserved Box Seating

Midway Cost: . . . . . . . . . . . . $40 Armband (valid from Noon – Midnight)

Music Zone: . . . . . . . . . . . . Jonathan Tyler at 8 p .m (FREE with paid gate admission) Midland at 10 p m

Parking: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10 per vehicle

Faith & Family Day: SUNDAY, October 9

Gate Hours: 8 a m – 11:30 a m ; Re-opens Noon – 11 p m

Gate Special: FREE gate admission from 9-11:30 a m

Gate Admission: . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 (ages 3+), Free (ages 2 & under) beginning at Noon

Mexican Rodeo Spectacular: . . $25 each in advance and $30 day of for Balcony and Mezzanine Reserved Seating; $30 each for Reserved Box Seating

Midway Cost: $40 Armband (valid from Noon – 11 p m )

Music Zone: La Autenyica de Jerez at 8 p m (FREE with paid gate admission)

Parking: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10 per vehicle

School Coupon Day: MONDAY, October 10

Gate Hours: 4 – 11 p m

Gate Special: . . . . . . . . . . . . With a school coupon, get in FREE with the purchase of a $25 armband

Gate Admission: . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 (ages 3+), Free (ages 2 & under)

Midway Cost: . . . . . . . . . . . . $40 Armbands without School Coupon (valid from 4 – 11 p m .)

Parking: $10 per vehicle

Ride ‘ Em Cowboy Day: TUESDAY, October 11

Gate Hours: 4 – 11 p m

Gate Promotion: One FREE armband for each PAID $20 gate admission (good for unlimited rides)

Gate Admission: $20 for all ages that want the FREE armband offer (must purchase $20 ticket day of to receive offer)

Parking: $10 per vehicle

KWTX Food for families Day: WEDNESDAY, October 12

Gate Hours: 4 – 11 p m

Gate Promotion: . . . . . . . . . . . .

$10 gate admission with coupon from KWTX (coupon provided in exchange for canned food item at gate)

Gate Admission: . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 (ages 3+); FREE (ages 2 & under), $5 Senior Citizens age 65 and up

Rodeo Admission: . . . . . . . . . . . . Balcony Seating included in Gate Admission to the Fair; $30 each for Reserved Box Seating

Midway Cost: $40 Armbands (valid from 4 – 11 p m )

Parking: $10 per vehicle

College Night and School Coupon Day: THURSDAY, October 13

Gate Hours: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 – 11 p .m

Gate Promotion: $10 gate admission with valid College ID; With a school coupon, get in FREE with the purchase of a $25 armband

Gate Admission: Regular Admission: $15 (ages 3+), FREE (ages 2 & under)

Rodeo Admission: . . . . . . . . . . . . $25 each in advance and $30 day of for Balcony and Mezzanine Reserved Seating; $30 each for Reserved Box Seating

Midway Cost: . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40 Armband without School Coupon (valid from 4 – 11 p .m )

Music Stage: Holly Beth at 8 p m and Giovannie & The Hired Guns at 10 p m (FREE with paid gate admission) Parking: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10 per vehicle

FRIDAY, October 14

Gate Hours: 4 p m – Midnight

Gate Admission: . . . . . . . . . . . .

$15 (ages 3+); FREE (ages 2 & under)

Rodeo Admission: . . . . . . . . . . . . $25 each in advance and $30 day of for Balcony and Mezzanine Reserved Seating; $30 each for Reserved Box Seating Midway Cost: $40 Armband (valid from 4 – Midnight)

Music Stage: Tanner Usrey at 8 p m and Aaron Watson at 10 p m (FREE with paid gate admission) Parking: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10 per vehicle

SATURDAY, October 15

Gate Hours: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Noon – Midnight

Gate Admission: . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 (ages 3+); FREE (ages 2 & under)

Rodeo Admission: $25 each in advance and $30 day of for Balcony and Mezzanine Reserved Seating; $30 each for Reserved Box Seating Midway Cost: $40 Armbands (valid from Noon – Midnight)

Music Stage: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jon Wolfe at 8 p .m . and Gary Allan at 10 p .m . (FREE with paid gate admission) Parking: $10 per vehicle

Sunday, October 16

Gate Hours: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 – 11:30 a .m ; Re-opens Noon – 11 p .m .

Gate Special: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FREE gate admission from 9 – 11:30 a .m .

Gate Admission: . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 (ages 3+); FREE (ages 2 & under) beginning at Noon

One HOT Bullfight Admission: $25 each in advance and $30 day of for Balcony and Mezzanine Reserved Seating; $30 each for Reserved Box Seating

Midway Cost: $40 Armbands (valid from Noon – 11 p m )

Music Stage: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . La Zenda Nortena at 8 p .m (FREE with paid gate admission) Parking: $10 per vehicle

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SADDLE BRONC RIDING

Saddle bronc riding evolved from the task of breaking and training horses to work the cattle ranches of the Old West. Many cowboys claim riding saddle broncs is the toughest rodeo event to master because of the technical skills necessary for success. While a bareback rider has a rigging to hold onto, the saddle bronc rider has only a thick rein attached to his horse’s halter. Using one hand, the cowboy tries to stay securely seated in his saddle. If he touches any part of the horse or his own body with his free hand, he is disqualified. Judges score the horse’s bucking action, the cowboy’s control of the horse and the cowboy’s spurring action. While striving to keep his toes turned outward, the rider spurs from the points of the horse’s shoulders to the back of the saddle. To score well, the rider must maintain that action throughout the eight-second ride. While the bucking ability of the horse is quite naturally built into the scoring system, a smooth, rhythmic ride is sure to score better than a wild, uncontrolled effort.

STEER WRESTLING

The objective of the steer wrestler, who is also known as a “bulldogger,” is to use strength and technique to wrestle a steer to the ground as quickly as possible. The steer generally weighs more than twice as much as the cowboy and, at the time the two come together, they’re both often traveling at 30 miles per hour. Speed and precision, the two most important ingredients in steer wrestling, make bulldogging one of rodeo’s most challenging events. A perfect combination of strength, timing and technique are necessary for success in the lightning-quick event of steer wrestling. In addition to strength, two other skills critical to success in steer wrestling are timing and balance. To catch the sprinting steer, the cowboy uses a “hazer,” who is another mounted cowboy who gallops his horse along the right side of the steer and keeps it from veering away from the bulldogger.

TEAM ROPING

Team roping, the only true team event in ProRodeo, requires close cooperation and timing between two highly skilled ropers - a header and a heeler - and their horses. The event originated on ranches when cowboys needed to treat or brand large steers and the task proved too difficult for one man. The header ropes first and must make one of three legal catches on the steer; around both horns, around one horn and the head or around the neck. Any other catch by the header is considered illegal and the team is disqualified. After the header makes his catch, he turns the steer to the left and exposes the steer’s hind legs to the heeler. The heeler then attempts to rope both hind legs. If he catches only one foot, the team is assessed a five-second penalty. After the cowboys catch the steer, the clock is stopped when there is no slack in their ropes and their horses face one another.

BAREBACK RIDING

Bareback riders endure more abuse, suffer more injuries and carry away more long-term damage than all other rodeo cowboys. To stay aboard the horse, a bareback rider uses a rigging made of leather and constructed to meet PRCA safety specifications. The rigging, which resembles a suitcase handle on a strap, is placed atop the horse’s withers and secured with a cinch. As the bronc and rider burst from the

chute, the rider must have both spurs touching the horse’s shoulders until the horse’s feet hit the ground after the initial move from the chute. This is called “marking out.” If the cowboy fails to do this, he is disqualified. As the bronc bucks, the rider pulls his knees up, rolling his spurs up the horse’s shoulders. As the horse descends, the cowboy straightens his legs, returning his spurs over the point of the horse’s shoulders in anticipation of the next jump. Making a qualified ride and earning a money-winning score requires more than just strength. A bareback rider is judged on his spurring technique, the degree to which his toes remain turned out while he is spurring and his willingness to take whatever might come during his ride.

BARREL RACING

Barrel Racing is a rodeo event in which a horse and rider attempt to complete a clover-leaf pattern around preset barrels in the fastest time. Though both boys and girls compete at the youth level and men compete in some amateur venues, in collegiate and professional ranks, it is primarily a rodeo event for women. It combines the horse’s athletic ability and the horsemanship skills of a rider in order to safely and successfully maneuver a horse through a clover leaf pattern around three barrels (typically three fiftyfive gallon metal or plastic drums) placed in a triangle in the center of an arena. In timed rodeo events, the purpose is to make a run as fast as possible, while the time is being clocked either by an electronic eye, (a device using a laser system to record times). The timer begins when horse and rider cross the start line, and ends when the barrel pattern has been successfully executed and horse and rider cross the finish line. The rider’s time depends on several factors, most commonly the horse’s physical and mental condition, the rider’s horsemanship abilities, and the type of ground or footing (the quality, depth, content, etc. of the sand or dirt in the arena).

TIE-DOWN ROPING

As with saddle bronc riding and team roping, the roots of tie-down roping can be traced back to the working ranches of the Old West. As the event matured, being a good horseman and a fast sprinter became as important to the competitive tie-down roper as being quick and accurate with a rope. A cowboy’s success in tie-down roping depends in large part on the precise teamwork between him and his horse. The horse is trained to come to a stop as soon as the cowboy throws his loop and catches the calf. The cowboy then dismounts, sprints to the calf and throws it by hand, a maneuver called flanking. If the calf is not standing when the cowboy reaches it, he must allow the calf to get back on its feet before flanking it. After the calf is flanked, the roper ties any three legs together with a pigging string - a short, looped rope he clenches in his teeth during the run. While the contestant is accomplishing all of that, his horse must pull back hard enough to eliminate any slack in the rope, but not so hard as to drag the calf. When the roper finishes tying the calf, he throws his hands in the air as a signal that the run is completed. The roper then remounts his horse, rides forward to create slack in the rope and waits six seconds to see if the calf remains tied. If the calf kicks free, the roper receives no time.

BULL RIDING

Bull riding, which is intentionally climbing on the back of a 2,000-pound bull, emerged from the fearless and possibly fool-hardy nature of the cowboy. The risks are obvious. Serious injury is always a possibility for those fearless enough to sit astride an animal that literally weighs a ton and is usually equipped with dangerous horns. Bull riding is dangerous and predictably exciting, demanding intense physical prowess, supreme mental toughness and courage. Like bareback and saddle bronc riders, the bull rider may use only one hand to stay aboard during the eight-second ride. If he touches the bull or himself with his free hand, he receives no score. While spurring a bull can add to the cowboy’s score, riders are commonly judged solely on their ability to stay aboard the twisting, bucking mass of muscle.

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Open daily . Check schedule for daily times of the events .

Sea Lion Splash Show

This show features real LIVE Sea Lions! Stop by and watch this hilarious show of Sea Lions performing all kinds of tricks with their trainers . There will be some audience participation required!

Swashchucklers Pirate Comedy Show

(Outdoors – Northeast side of Extraco Coliseum)

Go sailing on a comedy treasure cruise with the blundering buccaneers of the Comedy Pirate Show!

Swifty Swine Pig Races

Watch the porky speedsters race around Pork Chop Downs International Speedway towards the tasty prize of an Oreo cookie .

Mutton Bustin ’ Rally presented by Central National Bank Young cowboys and cowgirls will compete in two Mutton Bustin’ performances per day from October 7, 17 .

Sweetheart ’ s Face Painting Booth presented by Waco Tribune-Herald

The Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo Sweethearts will be painting children’s faces free of charge

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Cowboy Boot Camp

Cowboy Boot Camp is an interactive and educational agricultural exhibit that features agricultural hands-on activities and crafts With a village type atmosphere, fairgoers can be immersed in the feel of farm life with fun activity stations such as milking a cow, scarecrow building, pooper scooper station, pedal tractors and much more!

Noah ’ s Way Exotic Petting Zoo presented by Pilgrim’s Pride

The petting zoo consists of deer, antelope, wallabies, llamas, sheet, camels and more! All animals are hand-raised and love interaction with people .

Noah ’ s Way Pony Rides

Take a ride! This is a kid favorite $5 per ride

Stick Horse Rodeo and Pony Hop Races

Gather up your little buckaroos for the Stick Horse Rodeo and Pony Hop Races!

Noah ’ s Way Nursery and Birthing Center

The nursery and birthing center is a ‘must see’ educational exhibit at the Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo . Each day, stop by and check out a collection of different breeds of livestock and, if you have good timing, the miracle of birth itself!

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Texas Farm Bureau ’ s Doorways to Ag

Texas Farm Bureau’s Doorways to Ag is a brand-new display that opens the door to a whole new world through an interactive agricultural exhibit for all ages Folks can see and learn how a little bit of agriculture is in almost everything you use Open daily and located in the BASE at Extraco Events Center

Kids Pedal Tractor Pull, presented by HEB

A unique experience designed for kids ages 4 – 12. Kids will climb aboard a “kid’s sized” tractor with bicycle-like pedals. Each tractor will have a trailer behind it hauling a “full load.” Kids will have to pedal as hard as they can to pull the load to the end of the finish line! Prizes for all participants.

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Extraco Banks

Extraco Banks is the Title Sponsor of the Extraco Events Center. From humble beginnings in 1902, the familyowned company has prospered into the largest independent financial institution headquartered in Central Texas with 26 locations and over 400 Central Texas employees. In a continued effort to “GO LOCAL,” Extraco contributes to over 350 community organizations to help strengthen the communities they serve.

H-E-B

H-E-B is the Presenting Sponsor of the Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo for the 10th year. Due to well-established values since 1905, H-E-B has grown into one of the largest independent food retailers in the nation. They employ over 76,000 employees at more than 340 stores throughout Texas and Mexico. H-E-B is passionate about their commitment to excellence and involvement dedicated to the 155 communities they serve.

Ben E. Keith (Bud Light)

Ben E. Keith is the Presenting Sponsor of the Bud Light Music Stage at the Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo and the Official Beer Sponsor of the Extraco Events Center. For 111 years, Ben E. Keith’s dedication to delivering highquality service and products throughout Texas has made them the third largest beer wholesaler in the country. They focus on providing the best for their community and maintaining clearly defined goals and standards to expand the growth of their company and contributions.

Allen Samuels Dodge•Chrysler•Jeep•Ram•Fiat

Allen Samuels Dodge•Chrysler•Jeep•Ram•Fiat is the Official Auto Dealer of the Extraco Events Center. When they say “Come by, let’s be friends,” they mean it whole-heartedly. Their mission is to serve their customers, before, during and after the sale, with friendly and professional automotive sales, financing and service.

Astound Broadband

Astound Broadband is the Exclusive Internet and Cable Provider of the Extraco Events Center. Launched over ten years ago, they are a Texas-based broadband communications company with a full offering of business and residential Internet, TV and Phone services. Their main focus is their 140,000-plus customers. Grande contributes funds, volunteers and services to support the communities they serve across Texas.

Target Solutions

Target Solutions has been providing residential and commercial property restoration services to Texas and beyond for over 30 years. With over 450 years of combined industry leading experience on our team, we don’t just offer services – we offer exceptional service that you can trust.

Brazos Masonry, Inc.

Brazos Masonry, Inc. is the Presenting Sponsor of the Heart O’ Texas Livestock Show. Since 1989, they have built a loyal clientele through outstanding safety, service, quality and integrity. Working with the client from concept to final construction, they have proudly become one of the most reputable companies in the construction industry.

Texas Farm Bureau

Texas Farm Bureau has been the resounding voice dedicated to its loyal members and the long-standing agricultural and rural heritage of Texas. Whether it’s politics or just pocketbook savings, the Texas farmer, rancher, rural citizen and others, have depended upon the dedication and strength of Farm Bureau to preserve and protect this way of life.

AbbVie

AbbVie was founded in 2013 when we became a separate company from Abbott. Our name represents a proud connection to that legacy. AbbVie formed a new kind of enterprise – a biopharmaceutical company – with the stability, global scale, resources and commercial capabilities of a pharmaceutical company and the focus and culture of a biotech.

Equipment Depot

Equipment Depot rents and sells new and used forklifts, aerial lifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts. They offer 24/7 service by factory trained technicians and provide parts for all brands. Equipment Depot Waco offers a wide variety of flexible leases and financing options. If you are a forklift short of a full load, Equipment Depot is the place for you!

Bar None Country Store

Bar None Country Store is the spot for all of your country needs. From animal feed, to boots and Jeans, to household items, jewelry, to horse tack, to hardware and so much more! Bar None Country Store provides delivery services and bulk feed for your convenience, you can have spare keys cut; fill up that empty propane tank for your grill or RV; buy a hunting license or just browse around! They have the best service around “Bar None!”

United Ag & Turf

United Ag & Turf serves communities within 39-counties in Bryan, Cameron, Cleburne, Ennis, Hillsboro, Navasota, Taylor, Temple, Waco and Weatherford. Their philosophy is to grow while maintaining extraordinary hometown customer service. They offer customers a larger equipment inventory and more solutions while ensuring competitive pricing and an engaged team that wants to earn your business.

Capital Farm Credit

Whether looking to become a rural land owner, buy that ideal hunting property or finance your farm or ranching operation—with Capital Farm Credit, you’re covered. As a cooperative, they’re owned by the same farmers, ranchers and landowners they serve. And their patronage dividend program means they share profits and put money back in your pocket.

AIP Energy

AIP Energy is a minority owned company in the Oil & Gas Industry. They are driven to provide their clients with the highest quality professionals. AIP Energy offers services that keep you ahead of the curve in drilling, safety, drilling fluids, pipeline, petrochemical and medical.

Lone Star Ag Credit

Lone Star Ag Credit has 16 office locations to meet the financing needs of its customers. Their loan specialists understand the needs of farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses and rural homeowners because they live and work in the areas they serve. The mission of Lone Star Ag Credit is to enhance the quality of life in rural America by providing an efficient, responsive and dependable source of credit to all eligible and creditworthy borrowers in the communities and areas it serves.

CEFCO

CEFCO stores is an independently-owned chain of convenience stores based in Temple, TX. With 226 locations, CEFCO is currently ranked as the 35th largest convenience store chain in the US. Their people and ethics are the keys to their success and growth. CEFCO is committed to providing the best customer experience, every customer, every day, at every store.

Central National Bank

Central National Bank is a locally-owned, independent bank that offers a suite of personal and commercial banking services to the Central Texas community. At CNB, they strive to provide their customers with a different kind of banking. They believe in people over processes. Listening over telling. And helping their customers over helping themselves. For more information about the bank and the services they provide, you can visit their website (www.cnbwaco.com) or follow them on social media (@CentralNatlBank).

Rudy’s “Country Store” and Bar-B-Q Rudy’s “Country Store” and Bar-B-Q prides itself on bringing you fresh, quality Texas BBQ without skimping on the flavor. Offering the best in brisket, sausage, turkey, ribs, chicken, and pork loin, they have your taste buds covered. Go out and experience the best Bar-B-Q in Texas at one of their several locations.

W Promotions

W Promotions is the Exclusive Sign Company of the Extraco Events Center. Local with a highly-qualified staff, they are a customer service-oriented graphics company providing quality and professionalism throughout Central Texas. They specialize in areas such as screen printing, banners and vehicle wraps.

WACO-100 FM

WACO-100 is the leading country radio station in the Central Texas Market. With radio personalities known across the area, they are always ready and willing to give back to their community in any way possible.

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This 80,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art building serves the needs of the community as well as create a positive economic impact on our community.

56,000 square feet of transformable space to host events like volleyball and basketball tournaments, boat shows, car auctions, cheerleading competitions, trade shows, meetings and much more.

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Allen Samuels DodgeChrysler-Jeep-Ram-Fiat

Alliance Bank

Astound Broadband

Bancorp South

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Bobcat of Waco Boot Barn

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Central National Bank

City of Lacy Lakeview

City of Waco- Waco Convention & Visitors Bureau

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DMAR Concrete Contractors LLC

DuPuy Oxygen & Supply

El Conquistador

Ellison Steel

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Extraco Banks

Extraco Technology

First Methodist Waco

First National Bank of Central Texas

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Jack of All Trades

JobLink

John W. Erwin General Contractor

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Justin Boot Company

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La Fiesta Restaurant & Catering

Lake Air Pool Supply, LLC

La Ley- FM 104.1

Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP

Lone Star Ag Credit

Lynch Ag Insurance Services, Inc.

M&M Broadcasters

Marco’s Pizza

NextEra Energy

Patrick’s Dry Cleaners, Boot & Shoe Repair

Packaging Corporation of America

Pendleton Whisky

Pioneer Steel & Pipe Placements Unlimited

Power 108

Rabroker

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers

Ram Rodeo

Red Barn Genetics

Republic Gun Club

Riesel Fuel Services

Route 77 Food Park

Rudy’s “Country Store” & Bar-B-Q

Rush Pig Farm

Saffire

Shipp Belting

Sullivan Supply South, Inc.

SYSCO

Target Solutions

The Eagle 106.7 FM

Tow King of Waco

TownePlace Suites

Tru by Hilton Tusa Show Cattle

Texas Farm Bureau

United Ag & Turf

Versalift

WACO 100

Waco Towing

Waco Tribune-Herald

Weaver Livestock

Whataburger

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ACE Fence & Supply

Advocacy Center

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Aloft 51

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Arbor House of Waco 42

Aryanna Huerta 40

Astound Broadband 10

Bar None Country Store 77

Clark Heating & Air Conditioning LLC 78 Coca-Cola Company

El Rio Western Wear

Equine Performance Veterinarians

Equipment Depot

Extraco Banks

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Pioneer Steel & Pipe

Rudy’s “Country Store” & Bar-B-Q 13

Saffire 43

Slow Rise Pizza 36

Springhill Suites Marriott

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Target Solutions 65

Texas Animal Medical Center 38

Baylor Lariat

61 BC Materials 58

Ben E. Keith/Bud Light 19

Blanchard & Thomas, PLLC 60

Blue Bell Ice Cream

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Bobcat of Waco 72 Boot Barn 81

Brazos Masonry, Inc. 14

Buckeye Bingo 69

Capital Farm Credit

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Captain Billy Whizzbang’s 59

Cargill 50

Cavender’s Boot City 73

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Central National Bank 15

China Spring Collision & Restoration 56

China Spring Country Store

Heart O’ Texas Concessions 68 Heart O’ Texas Shooting Center

The First National Bank of Central Texas

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H-E-B Back Cover

Ideal Self Storage

Jack of All Trades 77

JHL Construction 57 JRG’s Bar & Grill

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Justin Sports Medicine

Pizza

Country Store

Community College

Top Secret Tatoo / Piercings 41

Townplace Suites Marriott 79

Versalift 28

W4 Construction

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Waco Glass & Mirror 54

Waco Memorial Funeral Home 80

Waco Towing 54

Waco Tribune Herald

Whataburger

Workingman Crappie Guide

WW Livestock Systems

Patrick’s Dry Cleaners

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