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Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
National Western Center to begin expansion on equestrian center, hotel
DENVER (KDVR) — The National Western Center has planned on building an equestrian center, hotel and more on its campus in Denver, and now, construction is set to start soon. On Monday, Denver announced that the city council approved the launch of the project, committing more than $800 million over the next 35 years, according to the Denver Business Journal. This marks the final step to completing the initial phases of the 2015 voter-approved master plan to expand the campus. Hundreds brave snow as livestock parade through Denver for National Western Stock Show Right now, the campus is known for hosting the historic National Western Stock Show every January, however, the plan is to expand capacity for year-round programming with a new 4,500-seat equestrian center, a 160-room hotel, income-restricted workforce housing and a parking garage. Here's what it is planning to look like: 'There is no more cherished tradition in Denver than the Stock Show,' said Mayor Mike Johnston in a press release. 'Today, we are further committing to carrying that feeling throughout the rest of the year with events, entertainment, and a renewed dedication to putting people to work and improving the lives of neighbors through sustained – and lasting – trust and partnership.' New CSU campus at National Western Complex stacked with variety The mayor's office said that based on a recent economic impact study, the center and CSU Spur campus could bring in nearly $3 billion in gross domestic product for Colorado along with $2.1 billion in personal income and support more than 11,000 jobs over a five-year period. The project will begin soon in the Elyria Swansea neighborhood. The mayor's office said the equestrian center is set to begin in the fall. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
03-06-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Denver City Council backs $800M equestrian center project at National Western Complex
Denver's City Council approved two measures on Monday, advancing plans for a new equestrian center and hotel at the National Western Complex, the site of the popular National Western Stock Show each year. The decision came after multiple delays in voting, and it marks a significant step in a redevelopment effort that could cost more than $800 million over the coming decades. The expansion is expected to grow the campus's capacity for year-round programming with a new 4,500-seat equestrian center, 160-room hotel, income-restricted workforce housing, and a parking garage. The funds were set aside in a voter-approved measure in 2015, when about 65% of voters backed the investment. A map shows plans for future expansion of the National Western Complex in Denver, Colorado, which was approved by Denver City Council on Monday, June 2, 2025. National Western Center via City of Denver Over the course of 16 days every January, the stock show brings in hundreds of thousands of visitors. Advocates say the equestrian center is part of a larger effort to transform the National Western Complex into a year-round destination. "There is no more cherished tradition in Denver than the Stock Show," Denver Mayor Mike Johnston said in a statement. "Today, we are further committing to carrying that feeling throughout the rest of the year with events, entertainment, and a renewed dedication to putting people to work and improving the lives of neighbors through sustained -- and lasting -- trust and partnership." The National Western Stock Show complex in Denver, Colorado is seen on Jan. 8, 2017 during the National Western Stock Show, which was established in 1911. Jason Connolly/AFP via Getty Images "The new equestrian center will provide year-round opportunities to attract not only equine enthusiasts but also some of the nation's most prestigious horse shows to Denver," said Wes Allison, president and CEO of the National Western Stock Show. "It will solidify Denver's reputation as a premier destination with state-of-the-art facilities designed to serve the industry and community for generations to come." But neighbors have concerns about the scope, cost, and impact on the surrounding neighborhoods. Alfonso Espino lives near the complex and spoke to CBS News Colorado last month about his concerns about the expansion. "We didn't always not have a grocery store. We didn't always not have sidewalks. These are things that have been taken from us, and these are things that could be returned and built here again," he said at the time. "If you compare what we've been able to gather from that so far, it's like not even a drop in the bucket when you're talking about billions of dollars in investment into these facilities through public dollars." Construction on the project is expected to start in the fall and will likely take 2 to 3 years to complete. You can read more about the plans on the City of Denver's website.
CBS News
14-05-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Denver City Council postpones vote on new equestrian center and hotel at National Western Complex
Denver City Council was at max capacity Monday night for a wide range of agenda items. Still, many stayed through the 6 hour meeting to discuss the home of the National Western Complex. More than $800 million could be spent over the next few decades to build a new equestrian center and hotel. And while this could bring in millions in revenue, those who live nearby want to make sure they're not forgotten. National Western Stock Show CBS Throughout 16 days every January, the National Western Stock Show brings in hundreds of thousands of visitors. But for 365 days, those who live nearby have concerns about their community. Alfonso Espino lives in one of those neighborhoods. Now he's part of a community investment fund advocating for more funding as the stock show complex grows. "We didn't always not have a grocery store. We didn't always not have sidewalks. These are things that have been taken from us, and these are things that could be returned and built here again," Espino said. But some funds are going to residents' needs. Right now, dollars rounded up at the stock show can support the neighborhood, but locals want a bigger share. "If you compare what we've been able to gather from that so far, it's like not even a drop in the bucket when you when you're talking about billions of dollars in investment into these facilities through public dollars," Espino said. CBS So, when Espino saw Denver City Council discussed giving the National Western Complex millions of dollars, he went to listen. The CEOs of the National Western Stock Show and National Western Center Authority were also at City Hall Monday night. "This is funding for the equestrian center, the hotel and workforce housing, which is another big need in north Denver and all over Denver and a parking structure," stock show CEO Brad Buchanan said. Buchanan says those buildings would be a big piece of the improvements discussed to keep the show in Denver after leadership considered leaving in 2011. "The National Western Stock show is an institution in Denver. I mean, that's why voters so broadly supported keeping it in our city. It's also where urban and rural meets," Buchanan said. In a statement in part, Wes Allison, President and CEO of the National Western Stock Show said, "The new Equestrian Center will provide year-round opportunities to attract not only equine enthusiasts but also some of the nation's most prestigious horse shows to Denver. It will solidify Denver's reputation as a premier destination with state-of-the-art facilities designed to serve the industry and community for generations to come." Buchanan says they've also held dozens of resident meetings leading up to this project. They've agreed to a room night fee from the hotel for the local fund and a new community meeting space. But neighbors are hoping for a bigger seat at the table. "If you are in favor of investing into the National Western center, that does not mean that you have to be against investing in our people as well," he said, "We could develop our neighborhood so that we can not only coexist, but we can thrive together." Denver City Council has postponed the vote to next week. If approved, construction on the equestrian center project could start next year and finish by 2028.
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo's Grand Champion Steer auctioned for $375K
The Brief The Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo's Youth Auction was Saturday. Grand Champion Steer Alley Cat was auctioned for $375K. More than $10 million was spent at the Youth Auction this year. FORT WORTH, Texas - The Grand Champion Steer at this year's Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo was auctioned off for $375,000 on Saturday. The 2025 grand champion steer is a silver American Cross named Alley Cat. Vaden's Acoustics & Drywall, Inc. placed the winning $375,000 bid in the auction at Watt arena. Alley Cat's owner is 16-year-old Mattison Koepp, of La Vernia, Texas, near San Antonio. The Reserve Grand Champion Steer, shown by Bricelyn Patschke of Idalou, Texas, was auctioned off for $300,000. By the numbers More than $10 million was raised in the Stock Show's Youth Auction. That is approximately $1.8 million more than last year. What they're saying "Our amazing buyers at the Junior Sale of Champions make a tremendous investment in these incredible youth that participate in our show," said Stock Show General Manager Matt Carter. "A huge thank you to the Fort Worth community that supports these young men and women who will make sure tomorrow's livestock industry and food security is in good hands." The Source Information in this article comes from the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo and past FOX 4 coverage.
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Strawn, Brock, Weatherford students earn FWSSR scholarship
Feb. 6—Kadin James of Brock, a member of Parker County 4-H, caught a calf during the 2025 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo's Calf Scramble, earning a $500 purchase certificate for a show heifer and the chance for up to $16,000 in scholarship awards. James is the son of Tim and Jessica James. His award was sponsored by Meta Alice Keith Bratten Foundation. Silas "Lane" Fawcett of Strawn, a member of Palo Pinto County 4-H, caught a calf during the 2025 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo's Calf Scramble, earning a $500 purchase certificate for a show heifer and the chance for up to $16,000 in scholarship awards. Fawcett is the son of Stephanie Harris and his award was sponsored by Shelley Powell Allstate Insurance Agency. Levi "Nash" Newsome of Weatherford, a member of Weatherford FFA, caught a calf during the 2025 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo's Calf Scramble, earning a $500 purchase certificate for a show heifer and the chance for up to $16,000 in scholarship awards. Newsome is the son of Robert "Nat" and Whitney R Newsome. His award was sponsored by Kristen and Jonathan Deweese. Landon Kennedy of Weatherford, a member of Weatherford FFA, caught a calf during the 2025 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo's Calf Scramble, earning a $500 purchase certificate for a show heifer and the chance for up to $16,000 in scholarship awards. Kennedy is the son of Dallas and Jennifer Penny. His award was sponsored by Rattikin Title NW. One of the Stock Show's most iconic and popular events, the Calf Scramble gives 20 students an opportunity to catch one of 10 calves during 22 performances of the legendary Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo held Jan. 17 through Feb. 8. Those not catching calves receive a pair of Justin Boots courtesy of the iconic western footwear maker. Justin Boots and Texas Mutual Insurance Company are overall underwriters for the legendary Calf Scramble Program. Since the Fort Worth Calf Scramble began in 1987, more than 8,700 4-H and FFA members were able to catch a calf in the rodeo arena for a combined $4.3 million in Heifer Purchase Certificates. The student will use the purchase certificate toward the cost of a heifer that he or she will raise and exhibit at next year's Stock Show. Exhibitors that submit monthly reports and a final essay may be eligible for scholarship awards that can range between $500 and $16,000. Thanks to the efforts of the Calf Scramble Sponsors and Committee members, 1,757 of those winners received a combined total of $4.5 million in scholarships. Visit for more information on the FFSSR.
