Hello NTFR readers and welcome to the February issue. This month we have been fortunate enough to receive some form of precipitation, even if it was sleet and snow.
With the cold, winter weather surrounding us producer Rayford Pullen is optimistic with an article that spring is just around the corner. With that comes cows calving and what to expect, when your cow’s are expecting.
This month read as NTFR visited the Diamond T Arena and all the events they offer the public. From barrel racing, roping to a circus and dog agility challenge.
Horse lovers will also recognize this month an article that hits close to home, horse flies. Learn more about the pesky flies and how to manage them.
This month NTFR brings you two profiles. The first is Kayla Martin of Jacksboro. Martin is the Texas Shorthorn Lassie Queen. The next is Victoria Osburn from Celina. Osburn is the National Shorthorn Lassie Queen.
Following that, read about a man’s journey in life that lead him to his purpose. Galen Smart was driven to write the book “My People it is time to Come Home,” written with faith, family and his father in mind.
Also this month NTFR introduces you to Jeff Biggars at Biggar Hat Store located in Decatur. Biggar Hat Store is a small western wear store based on select brands and built on quality.
NTFR offers an article about the new rodeo concept coming to the AT&T stadium in March called, ‘The American.’ Read more to learn the details and about its all-star cast.
Finally, plan your February and March around all the events on the NTFR calendar. NTFR also proudly announces the addition of Parker County to its area. With that comes a great article about the iconic cattleman Oliver Loving. Read along as he drove cattle over countless miles of rough country and the obstacles he and Charles Goodnight were faced with.
Until next month,
Jessica Bartel