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Two rodeo cowboys just broke the "impossible" barrier with the first sub-three-second team roping run in history. Their lightning-fast 2.9 seconds at Rodeo Austin obliterated a record that stood for 16 years.
Roman rider Decotah Jackson turned a devastating injury into a powerful comeback story. With faith, family, and two special horses by her side, she's back competing in the rodeo arena.
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo just launched a new scholarship program exclusively for rural Texas students in 4-H and FFA. Starting this year, the Hildebrand Rural Scholars Program will award up to $20,000 to help agricultural students reach college. ##
A 15-year-old from Oglesby, Texas, just set a world record by selling his champion pig for $505,000 at the world's largest livestock show. Most of the money will fund agriculture scholarships for other young people learning to feed the world. #
A 15-year-old freshman's months of dedication just paid off in the most spectacular way at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. His champion pig sold for a world record $505,000, breaking the previous record by $4,000.
Carson Hocevar celebrated his first NASCAR Cup Series victory with a daring "rodeo burnout" that had him hanging out the car window while driving. The emotional win at Talladega came in his 91st start and marked the first victory for Spire Motorsports since 2019.
A Texas journalist turned his midway winning streak into an unexpected gift for strangers. What started as a fun carnival challenge ended with one family getting all the prizes.
San Antonio's East Side is betting on culture to drive development, with leaders championing arts institutions as economic engines. The shift comes as the area prepares for major changes including a $191.8 million arena investment.
Nahuel Gallo walked free from a Venezuelan prison after 15 months, reuniting with his family in Argentina this week. His story shines a light on hope and resilience amid ongoing diplomatic efforts.
The Careity Foundation has spent 21 years helping uninsured cancer patients navigate treatment, providing everything from mammograms to emotional support. At their recent survivor luncheon, 80 people gathered to celebrate journeys of hope and healing.
When a beloved county volunteer battling breast cancer faced mounting medical bills, her community transformed an annual tractor pull into "Pulling Together for Gail," a full-day fundraiser celebrating her decades of service. The event raised funds through barbecue plates, auctions, mutton bustin', and bull riding. ---
Rachel Entrekin just became the first woman to win the brutal Cocodona 250 ultramarathon outright, finishing 253 miles across Arizona in just over 56 hours. The Madison native shattered the course record by more than two hours while running on almost no sleep.
When frozen roads trapped essential workers in Gregg County, Texas, a nonprofit with heavy-duty trucks drove through the ice to bring them to safety. Mountain Showdown has answered the call during every severe cold snap. --- ##
Matthew Hartshorn didn't just compete at the NCAA Championships—he shattered his own school record and claimed his third All-America honor. The senior's performance marked a historic moment for Johns Hopkins swimming.
A Minnesota city is making it easier for residents to green their neighborhoods with a state-funded program that covers everything from digging to education. One hundred new trees will go into the ground this May thanks to community volunteers.
A new Jersey Mike's in Springfield is giving customers a free sub when they donate just $3 to help people with disabilities. The weekend promotion supports United Rehabilitation Services, a partner that's raised over $250,000 with the sandwich chain over 15 years.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is healing faster than expected after recent knee surgery, according to team officials. The superstar athlete has been working tirelessly in the team facility every single day to speed his return.
A drum & bass DJ is attempting to become the first person ever to DJ while running the entire 26.2-mile London Marathon, all to raise money for sick children. The wildest part? He's doing it the morning after performing a sold-out show for 2,000 fans.
Noah Coughlan is running through all 50 states before America's 250th birthday, spreading a message that we have more in common than what divides us. It's his fifth cross-country run in 15 years.
A Massachusetts furniture store is putting $50 million on the line in a bold promotion tied to UConn basketball. If both Huskies teams reach the championship games and lose, customers get their furniture for free.
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