Photographer captured world in his lens Nov 9, 2008
And as exciting and challenging as sweeping into foreign lands could be, he was just as happy - maybe even more so - training his eye on the quiet and timeless, back home, like the world of the American cowboy. So it's fitting that just days before he died, he was working on a freelance assignment, focusing on horse trails for an upcoming issue of Arizona Highways magazine. (AZCentral -- News)
Effort tries to lasso recognition for national cowboy day Sep 14, 2008
(Use arrows above to view more photos) The resolution for the officially recognized day, which was designated for July 26 this year, was created with the help of Bethany Braley, who first came across the idea while working for American Cowboy Magazine. What I really wanted to do is help us preserve something that s unique and real special about America, Braley said, and that s our Western heritage. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
We must notice when Congress adjourns Aug 28, 2008
Among them were acts recognizing soil as an essential resource, recognizing the anniversary of the Idaho Potato Commission, establishing July 28 as the Day of the American Cowboy, and declaring July to be National Watermelon Month. All legislative bodies indulge in a certain amount of this. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
As US Economic Problems Loom, House, Senate Sweat the Small Stuff Aug 19, 2008
With the mostly symbolic measures, Congress has saluted such milestones as the Idaho Potato Commission's 70th anniversary and recognized soil as an "essential natural resource." As legislation on gasoline prices, tax fixes and predatory lending languish, Congress has designated May 5-9 as National Substitute Teacher Recognition Week, and set July 28 as the Day of the American Cowboy. The resolutions, which generally don't carry the force of law, can originate in either the House or Senate. (Wall Street Journal)
Larry Olson: Therapeutic music to soothe the soul Jul 28, 2008
One day, he heard John singing Home, Home on the Range from the famous American cowboy rendition of Home on the Range. The refrain struck a chord within the man s musical recall; he reached out his hand and began singing along. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Tip of the Stetson to the cowboys Jul 26, 2008
Saturday, July 26, will be the 4th annual observance of the National Day of the American Cowboy ... "Celebrating ... National Day of the American Cowboy is a humble way for us to say thanks and acknowledge the contributions cowboys made throughout history and the continued impact they have on our nation today," Sen. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Minnewaukan festivities should be fun Jul 13, 2008
Induction ceremonies for Howard will take place in the garden area of the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of American Cowboy in Colorado Springs. (For a complete Sports story see the Friday, July 11, 2008 Journal) 07/11/08. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
Wild West Fest rides into Marshfield Jun 13, 2008
Marshfield - The sport of rodeo will be kicking up dirt at Marshfield Fairgrounds June 27 through 29 as the Spirit of the American Cowboy Foundation presents its first New England Wild West Fest in Marshfield. A Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association-sanctioned event, some of the nation s best riders will converge at the festival to compete in bull-riding, barrel-racing and bronc-riding performances, with each contestant riding to acquire points toward year-end finals. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Rodeo: Stampede rodeo planned for April 24-25 Apr 11, 2008
He is remembered as a great American cowboy who fulfilled a dream when he built and operated the Seven Down Arena. The first day s events include slack at 1:30 p.m. and performance at 7 p.m. On the second day, the barrel race slack will be at 10 a.m., performance at 1 p.m., and short-go at 7 p.m.. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
What Would Happen If Tomorrow America's Trucking Industry Shut Down? Apr 9, 2008
All of them are fiercely independent souls who, as one young driver says, "represent the last of the spirit of the American cowboy ... it's a dying breed out there.". BIG RIG was shot during four two-week periods and was the result of random, documentary-style "casting" of everyday truckers at truck stops from coast to coast by Pray, whom Variety Magazine calls a "gifted documaker." Pray along with Producer Brad Blondheim traveled and lived in an RV, ate at truck stops, showered in truck stops... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Wickenburg placed on ‘Cowboy’ Top 20 list Mar 6, 2008
American Cowboy, widely read Western lifestyle magazine, has placed Wickenburg on its first annual list of the Top 20 places to live the Western dream ... The places we chose embody the magic and spirit that is the great American West, and we re thrilled to recognize each town for its commitment to honoring, celebrating, and preserving their Western history and heritage, said Bill Garrels, publisher of American Cowboy ... Published for devotees of the West, American Cowboy covers all aspects of... (Wickenburg Sun, AZ)
Cowboys share poetry Mar 3, 2008
Near the fire pit, several musicians were strumming guitars and singing traditional songs about the American cowboy. Among them were Nevada Slim and Cimarron Sue, who make their living blending music and storytelling at county fairs and cowboy gatherings. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Bulls move in for challenge Jan 18, 2008
"It's more like going to watch a high-impact, hard-knocking professional sport that has no down time but still carries the flair of the American cowboy," Jackson said. Dennis Gann, executive director of the city's Events Facilities Bureau, said bull riding events have been selling better than traditional rodeos. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Your Incredible Neighbors: A REAL COWGIRL Wrangler holds on to heritage Nov 28, 2007
Featured in American Cowboy magazine a few years ago, Ladson has worked with some of the top trainers around the country. There s no computer or TV or other things the rest of us take for granted in her house on the Tubac ranch where she works and trains her animals. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Bush's faith run over by history Oct 19, 2007
It is on this point - the need of the Europeans to have a UN resolution justifying force, and thus a legal, or at least internationally legitimate, war, and the deep ambivalence among Bush administration officials about taking "the UN route" - that much of the drama of the Crawford transcript turns, making it into a kind of playlet pitting the sinuous, subtle, and sophisticated European, worried about the great opposition in Europe, and in Spain in particular, to an American-led war of choice... (Asia Times Online)
From cinema to rubbish dump| Aug 26, 2007
The Senegalese were avid movie goers with a taste for American cowboy films, Bollywood fare and cinema from France, the former colonial power whose language is still the official tongue in this west African state. The country had 78 movie houses at the start of the 1980s but now only 18 remain, according to the ministry of culture. (iAfrica.com)
(Photo: David James/Courtesy of Paramount Pictures) Aug 13, 2007
The next day, I watched Max von Sydowa week after the death of Ingmar Bergmanfail to hold his own against Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan in Rush Hour 3, then get gunned down by a French taxi driver who had just discovered his inner American cowboy. An hour later, I gazed on Robert De Nirounder the direction of Madonnas husbands best manas a closeted pirate captain prancing to the Can-Can in a tutu. (New York Magazine)
Celebrate Bandera named top event Jul 25, 2007
The Bandera Community Foundation once again gets the pleasure of announcing their signature event, Celebrate Bandera, has been name one of the top 100 Western Events in the nation by the national publication, American Cowboy Magazine. The event is listed in American Cowboy for the second year in a row ... In addition to American Cowboy, True West Magazine has chosen Celebrate Bandera to be in its Best of the West Source Book Annual Guide, All of the Best In The West. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
Starla Queen, Jazzabillies receive national nominations Jun 29, 2007
The AWA exists to promote and encourage the american cowboy and western arts to future generations. It is to traditional cowboy and western arts what the Academy of Motion Pictures is to the movie industry. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Grave errors Jun 22, 2007
Conference perennial Andrew McKie, of the Daily Telegraph, wrote an obituary of the actress wife of the American cowboy singer, Tex Ritter a few years ago. Tex Ritter, whose wife was prematurely despatched. (BBC News -- UK)
Yoga Journal Publishes Mainland China Edition Jun 16, 2007
The company publishes 14 market-leading magazines and websites, including Yoga Journal, Vegetarian Times, Backpacker, Better Nutrition, Optimum Wellness, Wild Oats, Southwest Art, American Cowboy, Log Home Design, Log Home Living, Timber Home Living, Building Systems, Black Belt, and Yachts International magazines. In addition to magazines, AIM produces and markets category-leading DVDs, books, yoga conferences, log-home shows, and more than 24 building seminars. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
David Kupelian's eye-opening review of 'gay cowboy movie' May 14, 2007
" Here, Kupelian explains how and why the controversial movie is one of the most powerful homosexual propaganda films of our time. "Brokeback Mountain," the controversial "gay cowboy" film that has garnered seven Golden Globe nominations and breathless media reviews and has now emerged as a front-runner for the Oscars is a brilliant propaganda film, reportedly causing viewers to change the way they feel about homosexual relationships and same-sex marriage. And how do the movie-makers pull off... (WorldNetDaily)
VIDEO: Biden vows to shove Iraq bill down Bush's throat... May 2, 2007
Ben Smith's Blog - Politico. Please leave your comments below. (The Drudge Report)
Imus controversy puts squeeze on two networks, sponsors Apr 11, 2007
The Imus Ranch says it "provides the experience of the real American cowboy to children suffering from certain diseases or who have lost a sibling to such a disease.". Products such as coffee, salsa and salad dressing are all sold under the Imus Ranch name, with all proceeds going to the charity. (USA Today -- Money)
Veterinarian borrows experiences for book Feb 11, 2007
It's about an American cowboy hired by a Mexican rancher to guide his herd north across the border to California, where it is to be sold. On the way, the herd is rustled by a gang of outlaws and the cowboy is suspected of leading the Mexicans into a trap. (Orlando Sentinel -- News)
Rapid City and Denver stock shows overlap in 2008 Feb 5, 2007
BB wrote on February 05, 2007 5:05 AM:"Shame on you. It's obvious you are not fans of the the Stock Show. The American Cowboy has been around for a long time and a minor scheduling glitch is not going to "send him and his horse home". Why would we want to? The BH Stock Show is a huge event that attracts more than just your average ranch hand.". Lee wrote on February 05, 2007 1:51 AM:"Boy that sounds like a perfect reason to spend millions of extra dollars to expand the advertising center... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Friends face off in Ranch Rodeo Feb 1, 2007
With a quiet eloquence, Hall encapsulates the essence of ranch rodeo this is the old American cowboy way of life as well as its unpredictability. It may not be the best team that wins, but the luckiest, he said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
