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Yearly Archives: 2026

The Making of Riley Webb

Written on January 6, 2026 at 12:00 am, by

Beyond the Buckle, the Depth of Consistency By Lori Bizzell Photos courtesy of American Hat Co. In an arena where speed is celebrated and pressure is unforgiving, Riley Webb has built his career on something quieter: steadiness, not just in his hands or his timing, but in his heart. At a remarkably young age, Webb  Continue Reading »

Failed Illusions

Written on January 4, 2026 at 12:00 am, by

Non-lethal wolf management and reimbursement For years, pro-wolf activists have insisted that ranchers have nothing to complain about. When wolves kill cattle, “you get compensated.” When calves come up missing, “get range riders.” According to the urban fantasy version of wolf management, a handful of people riding around vast expanses of mountainous livestock range can  Continue Reading »

Bentli Taylor: Learning to Win Without Losing What Matters

Written on January 1, 2026 at 12:00 am, by

Horses first, character always, and a young athlete growing with purpose By Lori Bizzell Photos Courtesy of Bentli Taylor   I had a chance to connect with Bentli, and what stood out to me first wasn’t an impressive list of titles; it was her heart. She’s learning how to win without losing what matters, and  Continue Reading »