Older son Cinch, who is 18, started with his dad at Nebraska State High School Rodeo Association rodeos five years ago, and Riggin, who is 15, started this year.

The Nebraska State Fair has been recognized as Rodeo of the Year by the Nebraska High School Rodeo Association.

Riggin (left, forefront) and his brother Cinch (middle), work with their dad, Lance Heikel, as pickup men at a 2021 Nebraska State High School Finals Rodeo.

Nebraska's Big Rodeo is adjusting its seating arrangements following a storm that destroyed the arena's reserved grandstand.

Joeli Walrath wiped her eyes Wednesday night as a steady stream of family members, friends and fellow rodeo queens lined up to give hugs to the next Miss Rodeo Nebraska.