By, Rhonda McCurry Trent McKnight says he has a lot to be thankful for. Each day it is a different recognition, but they are all parts of his life he knows not to take for granted. Number one, he says, is waking up and being able to turn on lights with the flip of a […]
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Today I’m Thankful for…Legacy of Showing Livestock
By, Rhonda McCurry Every ribbon and banner taken home by a Cain family member is a win for Cain Super Sires. That’s not just a statement but a way of life for the Cains who make their living working together and being part of a three-generation family hog operation. Earl and Patty Cain started in […]
Today I’m Thankful For…Mentoring
By, Rhonda McCurry At a young age, Adam Heffelfinger lost his dad to cancer. The two of them had spent many hours in the show barn together, feeding sheep, lambing ewes and preparing for shows. His dad taught him about caring for show animals and fueled his drive and passion for competition. When his dad […]
Today I’m Thankful For…Scholarship Opportunities
By, Rhonda McCurry John Edwards is grateful for his experience showing livestock each time he leads Smokey the coonhound, the University of Tennessee-Knoxville (UTK) mascot, through the “T” before a home football game in Neyland Stadium. Edwards is glad for the scholarships he received because he was able to afford to attend a major university […]
Today I’m Thankful For…Finding a Passion
By, Rhonda McCurry For some people, showing and raising livestock is more than a profession; it has become a passion. One of those families is the Pfeiffers of Orlando, Oklahoma. Kelsey Pfeiffer helps manage his fifth-generation family ranch consisting of registered Angus cattle and meat goats. The goats are newer to their operation, added ten […]
Mark That Card: Hampshire Boar Results
Hampshire Boars Official Results Provided by, Brice Mind, Blinn College 4-2-1-3 Cuts: 4-2-5 I like the Hampshire boars 4213. There’s a boar up top who has the right kind of build with a unique look and mass to work on a multitude of sow bases. To be more specific, the stout featured, wide constructed boar feeds out […]