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NewsAugust 13, 2017

The Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2017 in Sikeston, Missouri.

Kyle Hamrick competes in steer wrestling during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Kyle Hamrick competes in steer wrestling during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Trennten Weiss, 6, pets a horse during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Trennten Weiss, 6, pets a horse during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Cowboys prepare for team roping during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Cowboys prepare for team roping during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Tanner Phipps competes in the bareback ride during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Tanner Phipps competes in the bareback ride during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Tim o'Connell competes in the bareback ride during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Tim o'Connell competes in the bareback ride during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Tim o'Connell raises his fists after competing during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Tim o'Connell raises his fists after competing during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Bob Lawlyes competes in the steer wrestling during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Bob Lawlyes competes in the steer wrestling during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
J.T. Hitch competes in the saddle bronc ride during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
J.T. Hitch competes in the saddle bronc ride during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Pierce Baker, 9, and Ben James 10, sit on the railing while they watch during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Pierce Baker, 9, and Ben James 10, sit on the railing while they watch during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
People roam around during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
People roam around during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
People socialize during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
People socialize during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
AC James Jr., Maverick James, 10, and Hueson James, 6, get ready for the grand entry during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
AC James Jr., Maverick James, 10, and Hueson James, 6, get ready for the grand entry during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Chad Tibbs and his son Glaze Tibbs, 7, lean on the fence during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Chad Tibbs and his son Glaze Tibbs, 7, lean on the fence during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Hunter Hardin and Joe Clary pose for a photo during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Hunter Hardin and Joe Clary pose for a photo during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Tim O'Connell tightens up his boots during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Tim O'Connell tightens up his boots during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Shane O'Connell puts on his riding gloves during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Shane O'Connell puts on his riding gloves during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Tommy Fles, 4, watches during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Tommy Fles, 4, watches during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Trey Stone and his daughter Kennedy Stone, 3, get autographs during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Trey Stone and his daughter Kennedy Stone, 3, get autographs during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
From left, Cole Picton, Tim O'Connell and Shane O'Connell get ready during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
From left, Cole Picton, Tim O'Connell and Shane O'Connell get ready during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Cullen Pickett cleans off his gear during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
Cullen Pickett cleans off his gear during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
From left, Freddie Martinez, Juan Martinez, Jerardo Martinez and Jaime Laguna socialize during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
From left, Freddie Martinez, Juan Martinez, Jerardo Martinez and Jaime Laguna socialize during the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, August 9, 2017 in Sikeston.
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The Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2017 in Sikeston, Missouri.

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