JACKSONVILLE, Texas (KETK) — The Jacksonville Rodeo Association kicked off the 60th annual Tops in Texas Rodeo and this 12 months got here with some adjustments in the sector. Renovations at this enviornment this 12 months embrace replacements of picket seats with steel bleachers simply in time for the rodeo.
Rodeo officers say the renovations on the enviornment totaled about $25,000 this 12 months which paid for half the brand new bleachers.
Other than the rodeo, occasions additionally embrace Miss Rodeo Jacksonville Contest and a live performance by Cody Wayne.
“We are tickled to death. Marcus let us down a little bit with the weather, it’s a little hot but come on out, it’s great! We have great family entertainment and tonight is free night,” mentioned President of Rodeo Association, Byron Underwood.
The Jacksonville Rodeo brings in nationally ranked expertise and is scheduled to run till Saturday evening.
“I have been here for years, so I hope to expect a lot of people tonight. We have a lot of queen contestants here. Queens, teens and some little princesses here so I hope everyone just enjoys themselves!” mentioned Tops in Texas Miss Rodeo Queen of 2021, Meagan Hodge.
Fresh paint and different renovation across the enviornment are nonetheless underway. For tickets to the Jacksonville Rodeo, go right here.