8 Broadcaster Press April 24, 2018 www.broadcasteronline.com Red Wilk Construction Tuff Hedeman Bull Bash Joins State Fair Grandstand Lineup HURON, S.D. – The Red Wilk Construction Tuff Hedeman Bull Bash is the latest addition to the SD State Fair grandstand lineup. The bull bash will kick off the State Fair on Channel Seeds Preview Day Wednesday, Aug. 29, and the opening day of the fair on Thursday, Aug. 30. “Four-time World Champion bull rider and Pro Rodeo Hall of Famer Tuff Hedeman produces bull riding events that thrill audiences with his two-hour adrenaline rush entertainment style punctuated with the two things he knows fans want to see – great rides and high scores,” said state fair director Peggy Besch. Hedeman announced in March the formation of the Tuff Hedeman Bull Riding Tour, which includes Hedeman's annual tour stops in El Paso, Las Vegas, Bossier City and Fort Worth. "At this point in my life, it's best for my family to be solely responsible for my destiny. My original goals have not changed since 1992. I'm still committed to producing bull riding events that give each bull rider entered the chance to win first and make sure the fans at every event are getting more than expected," said Hedeman. Hedeman made the decision to go out on his own after serving for a combined 23 years as the former head of the two nationally organized professional bull riding organizations (PBR and CBR) since his retirement as a rider from the sport in 1999. “The bull bash is a big part of the State Fair and we’re thrilled to host the Tuff Hedeman Bull Riding Tour to celebrate the grandstand’s 100th year,” said Besch. Pre-sale on tickets will begin June 4 for backrest holders, followed by Friends of the Fair ticket Show 4-H Pride With License Plate Decal BROOKINGS, S.D. - 4-H members, supporters and alumni can show their pride with a 4-H license plate decal. All funds collected from the $10 decals will go to 4-H programming. "This decal provides an opportunity to showcase 4-H pride," explained Peter Nielson, SDSU Extension Coordinator of Youth Development Operations. Showing your support through an organizational license plate is easy. Purchase an organizational license plate from the S.D. Department of Transportation (DOT). The 4-H decal is registered with the S.D. DOT, so all you have to do is contact the State 4-H Office at 605.688.4792 to purchase the decals. SDSU Extension's 4-H Youth Development Program is a partnership of federal (USDA), state (Land Grant University), and county resources through youth outreach activities of SDSU Extension. Youth learn and experience Leadership, Health and Wellness, Science and Ag-Vocacy through a network of professional staff and volunteers reaching more than 9,000 enrolled members with yearly programming efforts to an additional 35,000 youth participants. To learn more, contact your local SDSU Extension 4-H Youth Program Advisor. A complete listing can be found at iGrow under Field Staff Listing icon. sales on June 7. General public ticket sales will begin June 11. The 2018 South Dakota State Fair will run from Thursday, Aug. 30 through Monday, Sept. 3. Channel Seeds Preview Day will be Wednesday, Aug. 29. This year’s theme is “Experience the Magic.” For more information on State Fair events, contact the Fair office at 800.529.0900, visit www.sdstatefair.com or find them on Facebook or Twitter. Agriculture is a major contributor to South Dakota’s economy, generating $25.6 billion in annual economic activity and employing over 115,000South Dakotans. The South Dakota Department of Agriculture's mission is to promote, protect and preserveSouth Dakotaagriculture for today and tomorrow. Visit us online at sdda.sd.gov or find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Wet And Cool Pattern Fades Into Summer Season BROOKINGS, S.D. - According to April 19, 2018 National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center outlooks, the relentless cool and wet climate pattern throughout South Dakota is likely to fade away as summer approaches. "The outlooks show a transition away from cool and wet in the month ahead," said Laura Edwards, SDSU Extension State Climatologist. Based on the models, Edwards said South Dakota is less likely to have cooler than average conditions in May, with the exception of the northwest. Record breaking spring Reflecting on the cooler than average start to the month, Edwards said that some South Dakota locations, like Sioux Falls, broke monthly snowfall records. "The growing season is off to a slow start with cold air and soil temperatures, and not just wet, but snowy conditions. The first half of April has been the coldest start on record across the region," she said. 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