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Four run for Chisholm Trail Rodeo queen, princess


The 67th annual Chisholm Trail Rodeo will take place June 7-8 at the Chisholm Trail Rodeo Arena in Nocona.
Rodeo tickets are $8 in advance from any rodeo queen and princess contestant. They are $10 at the gate.
The popular mutton bustin’ will take place at 7 p.m. each night. Registration will start at 6:30 p.m. with a $20 entry fee.
The grand entry will open the show each night at 7:30 p.m. with the rodeo following at 8 p.m. Some of the exciting events include ladies ranch bronc riding on Friday along with junior barrels for ages 16 and under, plus double-
The rodeo parade will be at 4 p.m. Saturday. Call 867-0165 to enter.
Saturday night after the rodeo, hometown entertainer Tanner Fenoglio will perform at the rodeo grounds. Your ticket to the rodeo gets you in.
The winner of the queen and princess contest will be unveiled Saturday night. Queen Maddie Ferguson will pass on her crown as will Princess Rylie Berend. Meet the four candidates for queen and princess in your mid-week Bowie News.
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Register for AI workshop hosted through Bowie Business Boost

The Bowie Business Boost returns with a two-part workshop to take your business to the next level of effectiveness and profitability using AI.
Attend this “AI Made Simple Workshop: Conquer the Tech Chaos and Win Fast” planned for May 24 and May 8. These will be breakfast programs from 7:30 to 10 a.m. The program will be from 8 to 9:30 a.m. with questions and answers to follow. Breakfast will be served 7:30 to 8 a.m.
The programs will be at the Bowie Community Center-west hall. Registration is $20 which includes both sessions. Registration is transferrable. Register at accelerationbydesign.com/event-details/bowiebusinessboost25.
Bring your laptop or iPad for hands-on training is highly recommended. These programs are hosted by the Business Partners, Bowie Economic Development Coalition, Type A and Type B, Bowie Community Development and Bowie Chamber of Commerce.
In session one on April 24 discover what artificial intelligence really is, why it matters and how to uses it – hands on – to save time today. In session two on May 8 master simple tricks to boost your business, from content to customer wins, in just minutes.
Join Steve Brown, a StoryBrand Certified Guide and AI expert with more than 14 years of turning challenges into wins. Brown will cut through the noise and get your winning with AI-fast.
Brown is a growth strategist and thought leadership producer. The founder of ROI Online, Brown helps business leaders see around the corner and turn challenges into quick wins. He is the best-selling author of “The Golden Toilet,” and host of the ROI Online Podcast.
Through the ROI Spotlight Studio he produces weekly livestreams and podcasts that capture your expertise and cement you as the industry authority you’re meant to be. Through his AI Made Simple Workshop you’ll conquer the AI-driven future, confidently leading your team and winning over customers like never before.
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Two Easter egg hunts planned in Bowie

As Easter nears, there are plans underway for Easter egg hunts in Bowie.
Advanced Rehabilitation will host an egg hunt at 5 p.m. April 17 at the home at 700 W. U.S. Highway 287 South. It is open to youngsters ages 0-12.
There also will be Easter bunny photos.
Lighthouse Church continues its tradition of hosting the Bowie Egg Hunt on April 19 at the Bowie soccer fields. The hunts start at 11 a.m. with candy, prizes, eggs and fun. There will be a special appearance by the Easter Bunny. Bring your own basket.
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Gold-Burg prepares for area one-act play

Gold-Burg High School students will perform at area one-act competition at 9:30 a.m. on April 11 at Grayson County College.
Director Linda Fitzner said they present “Lady Precious Stream” followed by Newcastle, Irivium Academy, Sulphur Bluff, Avery and Bryson. She called it a “tough, tough area” as Bryson was at state the year before. Gold-Burg also has made a state run last year.
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