Applications accepted for Miss Clearwater Rodeo

Young women ages 14 to 24 are invited to apply for the Miss Clearwater Rodeo contest.

Applications are due by June 13 and are available by contacting Devon Baum, contest director, at missclearwaterrodeo@gmail.com or texting or calling 402-843-0446.

The queen contest will be held Friday, June 27. Candidates will take part in mutton busting' activities as Clearwater's Big rodeo kicks off its 58th annual event.

According to Baum, contestants will vie for several awards, including horsemanship, congeniality and appearance. The queen and runner-up will be crowned prior to the 7:30 p.m. show in the...