Denver, CO – One of the West’s most respected corporate attorneys has joined the board of directors of the Western Stock Show Association (WSSA), the nonprofit that has presented the National Western Stock Show since 1906. The WSSA board’s newest member, R. Stanton Dodge, is chief legal officer of DraftKings. The longtime National Western supporter serves as a WSSA trustee … Read More
Press Release: Coors Western Art Exhibit & Sale Selects Joseph McGurl as Featured Artist and Announces 2024 Schedule of Events
DENVER, CO – Joseph McGurl from Cataumet, Massachusetts has been named the 2024 Featured Artist of the Annual Coors Western Art Exhibit & Sale. McGurl’s painting, Morning Light on a Western Landscape, has been selected for the National Western’s permanent art collection. This signature work will also be available for sale as a poster during the 2024 Coors Western Art Exhibit at the National Western Stock Show, January 6-21, … Read More
Press Release: Give Back and Volunteer at the National Western Stock Show
Denver, CO – The National Western Stock Show, presented by Centura Health, is calling upon individuals with a passion for community involvement to become part of its volunteer program. As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, the National Western Stock Show has been a beacon of Colorado’s Western tradition for 118 years, bringing together people of all ages for 16 days each … Read More
Press Release: National Western Stock Show Announces 2024 Citizen of the WestPress Release:
Denver CO – The National Western Stock Show proudly announces distinguished military and business leader General Ralph E. “Ed” Eberhart as the 2024 Citizen of the West. This prestigious award recognizes those who embody the spirit and determination of the Western pioneer – a true representative of Western lifestyle, ideals, agricultural heritage, and traditions. A committee of community leaders selects … Read More
Press Release: 702,697 Memories Made During the 117th National Western Stock Show
Denver, CO. – The National Western Stock Show presented by Centura Health drew excited crowds of Coloradans and out-of-towners alike. The gates closed and the arenas cleared as the best 16 days in January came to an end. A final attendance tally of 702,697 guests made the 2023 NWSS the fourth highest attended show in event history. The grand champion attendance record of … Read More
Overwhelming Support for Colorado Kids Leads to Record Numbers at Auction of Junior Livestock Champions
DENVER, CO. – The sold-out crowd at the 2023 Auction of Junior Livestock Champions attracted spectators and buyers eager to support young men and women in agriculture. This year, all eyes were on the two kids from Colorado, Justin Pfannebecker from LaSalle, Colorado, and his Grand Champion Steer named Stan, aka Stan The Man. Also from Colorado, the Reserve Champion Hog … Read More
Press Release: National Western Stock Show Names Jennifer Boka Director of Livestock Operations
Denver, CO. – Jennifer Boka, comes to the National Western Stock Show with years of experience managing and producing top livestock shows and expos across the country. Boka spent over eight years as the General Manager of the Northern International Livestock Exposition in Billings, Montana, where she oversaw entire operations, productions, and development of the 50+-year-old Livestock Expo organization. Boka was … Read More
Press Release: Western Stock Show Association Holds Annual Meeting of the Members
DENVER, CO – The Western Stock Show Association (WSSA) (dba, National Western Stock Show) welcomed the membership back to the historic Stadium Arena for the in-person Annual Meeting of the Members, on the afternoon of May 12, 2022. Douglas L. Jones was elected to serve a third term as Chairman of the Board. Acceptance of Association officers includes Vice Chairman Barth … Read More
Press Release: Stock Show Fans and Competitors Celebrate the Return of Colorado’s Favorite Western Tradition
DENVER, CO. – The 116th National Western Stock Show welcomed home nearly 600,000 guests during the 16-day celebration. Deprived of the annual event in 2021, Stock Show fans of all ages and different communities dusted off their hats and boots to celebrate Colorado’s long-standing western tradition. Management, staff, volunteers, and countless others that organize and support the annual agricultural event are grateful and amazed … Read More
Press Release: Colorado Bidders Step Up Big for Youth in Agriculture
DENVER, CO. – Auction-goers were chomping at the bit to open their wallets and support young men and women in agriculture. The generosity was evident at the 2022 Auction of Junior Livestock Champions, where the Grand Champion Steer sold for a record-high $160,000. The top eight champion animals tallied sales of $519,000. The Reserve Grand Champion Hog sold for an impressive $50,000, breaking the … Read More