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Garth Brooks excited to return to Houston

Houston Life’s Courtney Zavala spoke one-on-one with country megastar Garth Brooks ahead of his concert in Houston. The Garth Brooks Stadium tour started in 2019 and ends Saturday night at NRG stadium.

Food Glorious Food at Liberty Fest 2022

One of the best parts of any festival is the food. Southwest Management District Board Chair, Kenneth Li, is a self-declared foodie and he showed Houston Life Reporter Melanie Camp what is on the menu at this years Liberty Fest at PlazAmericas.

By the numbers: The Houston Rodeo’s 90th year

More than 2.4 million guests, a record-breaking $1million steer, more than 34,000 livestock and horse show entries and more: Houston Rodeo’s 90th year by the numbers.

🔒KPRC 2 Houston Rodeo album: KPRC 2 anchors, reporters celebrate event’s 90th anniversary in grand style

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo celebrated its big 90th anniversary in 2022, and KPRC 2 was there for all of the action and fun.

🔒A ‘great butt,’ Roy Rogers, and living, breathing rodeo: Houston photographer Geoff Winningham reflects on Houston Rodeo of 1971

Photographer and Rice professor Geoff Winningham said his book about the Houston Rodeo in 1971 didn’t make a splash -- in fact, he told KPRC 2 recently, it didn’t really make much of an impact at all.

Mutton bustin’ champ wants to be a chef when he grows up

Undoubtedly the cutest event held at RodeoHouston, mutton bustin’ invites budding cowgirls and cowboys between the ages of 5 and 6 and weighing less than 55 pounds to climb atop a wooly sheep and hang on for the ride of their life. At the end of the run, the brave kiddos are swept up by bullfighters as a rapt audience breaks into thundering applause. It’s wholesome, it’s adorable and oh so Texas.

Mutton bustin’ champ says riding sheep was a lot harder than riding on her dad’s back

Undoubtedly the cutest event held at RodeoHouston, mutton bustin’ invites budding cowgirls and cowboys between the ages of 5 and 6 and weighing less than 55 pounds to climb atop a wooly sheep and hang on for the ride of their life. At the end of the run, the brave kiddos are swept up by bullfighters as a rapt audience breaks into thundering applause. It’s wholesome, it’s adorable and oh so Texas.

Mutton Bustin’ winner rode on her dad’s back to practice

Undoubtedly the cutest event held at RodeoHouston, mutton bustin’ invites budding cowgirls and cowboys between the ages of 5 and 6 and weighing less than 55 pounds to climb atop a wooly sheep and hang on for the ride of their life. At the end of the run, the brave kiddos are swept up by bullfighters as a rapt audience breaks into thundering applause.

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo hosting sensory-friendly carnival experience

Attention rodeo-goers, grab your little cowboys and cowgirls for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s second-ever Sensory-Friendly Carnival Experience.

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PHOTOS: The cute critters participating in the 2022 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is the largest livestock exhibition in the world. During the month-long event, tens of thousands of competitors from across the state exhibit their livestock. There are auctions, judgings, contests, sales and more. We’re capturing as many cute critters as we can. Click through the gallery at the top of the page for a look at every single sweet snap or scroll below for the highlights.

PHOTOS: What people are eating at the 2022 Houston Rodeo

There are over 60 food vendors at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo this year -- that includes these wild new offerings and the Gold Buckle Foodie Award winners. Put simply, you’ve got plenty of food to choose from. Scroll below to view some of the decadent Houston Rodeo treats you should can track down at NRG Park this year. Trust us, your taste buds will thank you.

Ask 2: Why is there major construction on 610 during the Houston Rodeo?

Question: Why is there major construction on 610 during the Houston Rodeo?

RodeoHouston Mutton Bustin’ winner wants to be a mommy when she grows up

Sophie West, of Cypress, Texas, won the Mutton Bustin' contest on Wednesday night at RodeoHouston. She said she practiced by riding on her mom's back.

PHOTOS: Thank you, KPRC 2 viewers, for sharing your amazing Houston Rodeo looks in 2022

The Houston Rodeo is underway and y’all are looking great in your western wear.

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‘Yes, ma’am’: Mutton Bustin’ competition winner wants to be a ninja when he grows up

At the Houston Rodeo Tuesday night, the Mutton Bustin’ competition went on like it always does, watch the video above for the performances.

🔒 Kings, queens and singing cowboys: 9 of the most influential entertainers in Houston Rodeo history

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo welcomed its first star entertainer in 1942. In the decades since, hundreds of musicians have graced the Rodeo’s rotating stage.

‘It’s about time’: Disability rights advocates welcome justice department review of ADA compliance at Houston Rodeo

Gary Lynn was born with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy, and while he doesn’t let that stop him from attending his favorite Houston sporting and entertainment events, he said accessibility issues sometimes make for a less than enjoyable experience.

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From ‘Best Fried Food’ to ‘Best Food-on-a-Stick,’ here are RodeHouston’s award-winning eats

RodeoHouston judges ate their way through dozens of entries vying for glory at the annual Gold Buckle Foodie Awards.

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo to undergo compliance review to evaluate accessibility for disabled people

The U.S. Attorney’s Office will conduct a compliance review of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo to evaluate accessibility for disabled individuals planning to attend the event, U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery announced Tuesday.

🔒Insiders: Go inside the long, sometimes bizarre, history of the Houston Rodeo

Ninety years is a long time and through the long, storied history of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, many things have happened during and around the massive event that brings millions to the Houston area for the festivities.

🔒Ultimate RodeoHouston playlist: These are songs that will get you rodeo-ready for event’s 90th year

These are songs that will get you in the rodeo state of mind as the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo starts its 90th year.

🔒Insiders: Take a peek inside the luxe Cotton ‘Q Club at the Houston Rodeo’s Bar-B-Que Contest

Take a look inside the Cotton Q Club at RodeoHouston.

🔒Insiders: VIDEO, PHOTOS: Wagon wheels, clopping heels and a hog roast: Inside life on the Prairie View Trail Ride

KPRC 2′s Zach Lashway came along with the Prairie View Trail Ride this week as riders traversed Texas on horseback and wagons on their way to Houston for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

9 special things to check out at the 2022 rodeo as Houston celebrates event’s 90th anniversary

he Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo will celebrate its return -- and its 90th anniversary -- in 2022.

Going down in H-Town: 4 more artists added to Bun B’s RodeoHouston performance

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo officials announced Tuesday that four more artists are being added to the lineup headlined by “UGK’s orginal OG” Bun B for the RODEOHOUSTON Black Heritage Day performance.

This is how to watch live broadcasts of the Houston Rodeo

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo said its events will now be televised for 20 consecutive nights across three broadcast networks.

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The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo will return on Feb. 28 for its 90th anniversary with three weeks worth of entertainment.

Gear up: Houston Rodeo releases 90th anniversary gear for you to show off how rodeo-ready you really are

With the 2022 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo soon to be underway, organizers have a fresh line of merchandise to celebrate the event’s 90th anniversary.

PHOTOS: Wild Houston Rodeo midway, rodeo foods you won’t want to miss as event makes its big return in 2022

Some folks go to the Houston Rodeo to see animals or their favorite performer or take part in some of the competitions.

Elvis, bucking broncos and the Astrodome: We can’t stop watching this archived footage of the Houston Rodeo

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, a 90-year-old institution touted as one of the world’s largest gatherings of cattlemen and cowboy sportsmen, has returned after a lengthy hiatus due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Luxe dining experience coming to Houston Rodeo: First-ever sit-down restaurant to debut this year

One of Houston’s biggest names in fine dining is bringing the first-ever sit-down restaurant to the rodeo this season, Culture Map reported.

Family of murdered 24-year-old mother say arrest of suspect doesn’t erase their pain

Italia McGregor’s family and loved ones are still trying to process her senseless murder one week later as they make plans to honor her life in the next few days.

Here is a construction update for the 610/288 connector ramps project

Heading to the next year’s Houston Rodeo or catching a Houston Texans football game at NRG Park could soon be a lot easier.

TV Legend Kathie Lee Gifford heads to Houston for a good cause

Since she left her hosting gig on the fourth hour of ‘TODAY’ in 2019, Kathie Lee Gifford has kept busy as a writer, actress, director, and producer.

FIRST ON 2: Bun B announces Paul Wall and other H-Town legends will join him for RodeoHouston’s Black Heritage Day performance

Bun B will make his solo debut at the Houston Rodeo on Friday, March 11, 2022, for Black Heritage Day.

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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo adds new category to World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announced Friday it will add an additional category for the 2022 World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest.

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo named best in the U.S. at Academy of Country Music Honors

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo was recognized as Rodeo of the Year at the 14th Annual Academy of Country Music Honors, held Wednesday at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville.

Houston Rodeo’s Calf Scramble gets an upgrade for 2022: Here’s what to expect

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announced its new Calf Scramble event, “Super Scramble,” which will debut Saturday, March 19, 2022.

Here are some things you can look forward to ahead of Rodeo 2022

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has announced its plan for multiple key events that will lead up to the 90th anniversary of the Bayou City event.

Houston Rodeo to host Junior Market lamb and goat auction

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announced the 2021 Junior Market lamb and goat auction will be held Saturday, according to a press release.

‘Bidi Bidi Bom Bom’: Where to celebrate Selena’s 50th birthday in the Houston area

Happy birthday to the “Queen of Tejano!”

Is it allergies or COVID-19? How to tell the difference based on common symptoms

HOUSTON – Tree pollen is about to cause some trouble in Houston, and this year it may also cause confusion as people wonder if their symptoms are just seasonal allergies or COVID-19 related. “We are on the brink of our spring allergy season,” said Dr. Michael Kaplan, an ENT with Houston Sinus Center. But if you have a history of allergies and you can correlate it with the time and the exposure, it’s probably just allergies,” said Kaplan. “The tree pollen is going to start to accumulate in the next few weeks. Then you’re looking at grass pollen, but the tree pollen is the big culprit here,” said Kaplan.

Go Texan Day: Cowboys and cowgirls sport their Texas gear in annual Houston Rodeo tradition

Houstonians are donning their cowboy hats and boots Friday as part of Go Texan Day 2021HOUSTON – This year’s Go Texan Day may be a little different this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, but that didn’t stop Houstonians from continuing with the annual Rodeo tradition. From little cowboys and cowgirls to men and women in boots, Houstonians took to social media to share pictures of themselves and/or their loved ones in Western wear. Check out what they’ve shared below:Happy #GoTexanDay, y’all! >> https://t.co/0bfVEe59LK pic.twitter.com/fjomweZ1ni — RODEOHOUSTON (@RODEOHOUSTON) February 26, 2021Happy Go Texan Day!!! #February pic.twitter.com/wAumWTVWXy — Cristina Perez MEd (@Perez_Cristina2) February 26, 2021How are you celebrating Go Texan Day this year?

Houstonian creates Facebook page to help rodeo vendors, a year later it’s thriving

HOUSTON – When the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo was canceled in 2020, many businesses worried they would not make it. This year has proven to be another hurdle for rodeo vendors. “At the time, it was called Houston Rodeo Vendors 2020,” Adams. It’s since grown and now called “Texas Festival Vendors” on Facebook, an online page where vendors can share their products. For more information, visit the Texas Festival Vendors Facebook group.

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Rodeo vendors react to rodeo closed again in 2021

Southwest Houston – Amid the cancelation of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, many vendors are extremely disappointed. Brookwood Community, a community with over 200 adults who are living with disabilities, makes products to sell at the Houston Rodeo every year. It’s the highlight of the year to be able to come to the rodeo,” said Jana Mullins of Brookwood Community. Crystal Cummings has been a rodeo vendor for eleven years with her shop, Accessorize in Style. AdTo support the Brookwood Community, click here.

UPDATE: Appointments for Memorial Hermann’s vaccine clinic at NRG Park this weekend are full

Vehicles arrive on the opening day of Memorial Hermann's drive-thru coronavirus vaccine clinic at NRG Park in Houston on Jan. 14, 2021. HOUSTON – Memorial Hermann officials said the additional 2,000 appointment slots they opened Friday for the hospital system’s vaccine clinic this weekend at NRG Park were filled in a little more than an hour. Previous story:Memorial Hermann Hospital started vaccinating thousands of people in the area’s first drive-thru mass vaccination clinic at NRG Park on Thursday. I haven’t seen my grandkids in a long time and I’m ready to go see them,” said Joslin. Memorial Hermann initially invited only people 65 and older who had relationships with the hospital, such as previous patients.

TV-radio listings: Dec. 9

Deshaun Watson's insane cheesesteak joint is opening soon Lefty's at 8057 Kirby Dr. near NRG Park is set to open on Tuesday.

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TV-radio listings: Dec. 8

Trae tha Truth wins a heartbreaking victory for local inmates Rapper Trae tha Truth and Harris County make history with this new agreement.

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This is how RodeoHouston says it’s working toward a safe return in 2021

After abruptly ending its season in the first stages of the coronavirus pandemic, the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo is hopeful to return in 2021. “Together, we can work toward a safe and healthy Rodeo in 2021, but we need your support. In order to have a safe and healthy 2021 Rodeo, here is how you can help to #StaySafeForRodeo,” RodeoHouston said on its website. The pledge includes four recommendations for hopeful attendees to follow before they can buckle up for the rodeo in 2021. Since September, RodeoHouston has reassured the public that planning for the 2021 season is underway.

TV-radio listings: Oct. 15

General manager Daryl Morey leaving Rockets on Nov. 1 HOUSTON (AP) — Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey is stepping down on his own...Why I decided to find a therapist during the pandemic As a Black woman, I was taught at a young age to exhibit great strength, and because of this,...

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Rodeo Houston planning to reopen in 2021. These are the steps they’re taking for safety

HOUSTON – The Houston Rodeo and Livestock Show and announced that planning is underway for a safe and healthy 2021 rodeo. The massive annual event was forced to shut down early in March as COVID-19 cases continued to rise in the Houston area. The move left many vendors and concert ticketholders in a bind. Rodeo volunteers are preparing to welcome revelers to NRG Park between March 2 and March 21 with multiple health and safety measures in place. The rodeo’s safety plan has not been finalized but the event is undertaking several different approaches including creating several task forces, collaborating with local venues and sports teams, analyzing community feedback and work closely with medical experts and local officials.

Watch live: Mayor Turner gives update on coronavirus in Houston and city response

HOUSTON Mayor Sylvester Turner will give an update on the citys ongoing response to COVID-19. Turner will be joined by Dr. David Persse, Fire Chief Sam Pena and police Chief Art Acevedo at 3 p.m. Thursday.

Houston personalities: Meet the couple behind Houstons famous Turkey Leg Hut

In 2016, Turkey Leg Hut owners Lynn and Nakia Price unleashed their monster turkey legs onto the world in a parking lot at the Houston Rodeo. The list goes on and on and its quite a customer base considering the pair launched Turkey Leg Hut just three years ago, back in 2017. Lynn: Of course we have everyone come to Turkey Leg Hut. Q: If you had to pick, what would you say is your all-time favorite Turkey Leg Hut menu item? -----Turkey Leg Hut is located at 4830 Almeda Road in Houston.

RodeoHouston's rabbit costume contest grows in popularity, exhibitors

RodeoHouston's rabbit costume contest grows in popularity, exhibitorsRaegan Neu, 12, of Gainesville waits with her rabbit, Bella, to participate in the Youth Rabbit & Cavy Show Costume Contest in the NRG Arena at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Monday, March 9, 2020, in Houston. The costume contest was her last event at RodeoHouston, an ideal sendoff for her, she said. The light-hearted contest offers awards in six categories: best character impersonator costume, funniest costume, most colorful costume, most elaborate costume, best rodeo costume and best overall costume. Larkin said the rabbit costume contest is just one of many daytime activities rodeo attendees are often unaware of. The following contestants were crowned winners:Best Overall Raegan NeuFunniest Costume Katelynn DirzanowskiBest Rodeo Theme Costume Sora Hudgens-WhiteMost Colorful Costume Kimberly NietoMost Elaborate Costume Jorja BeallBest Character Impersonator Miyley LockhartFor more on the rabbit costume contest visit the RodeoHouston website.

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