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Despite being pushed back two weeks and having health precautions in place, not even a pandemic could prevent Clearwater’s Big Rodeo from taking place in 2020, drawing competitors from across Nebraska and seven other states.

Mid-States Rodeo Association members recognized Clearwater’s 53rd Big Rodeo as 2020 Rodeo of the Year.

Chamber members received the award, Sunday, in Broken Bow, at the conclusion of the Mid-States Finals Rodeo.

Rodeo chairman Gene Snodgrass said it is the 10th time Clearwater has won the award. The chamber was named top show in 1978, 1979, 1980, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1...