“Why Not Minot” 2024 Rodeo Livestock Inductee

MEDORA, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – There are so many great stories about North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Inductees. One of those is a North Dakota born and raised bull called “Why Not Minot.”

Marv Semrau said those riders who completed the judges 8 second ride more than likely won the whole rodeo event.

“Why Not Minot” is a 2024 inductee in the Rodeo Livestock category.

And this year’s Rodeo Arena inductee is announcer Jim Thompson.

Others being honored in 2024 are Bonita (Bohsack) Laske – Leaders of Ranching and Rodeo.

Lawrence Hopkins – Pre-1940’s Ranching.

Froelich Ranch – Ranches category.

And Arnold Bendish – Modern Era Ranching.

The North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame ceremony will be held Saturday in Medora our broadcasts are sponsored by Dick Nelson Sales and Leasing and Valley Meat Supply.