Merilee Raynor

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History Of Ranch Rodeo

A working cowboy’s event, the modern-day version of a rodeo is vastly different from its predecessor, the traditional ranch rodeo.  Instead of the glamorous and sometime theatrical performances of today’s professional rodeos, ranch rodeos remain dedicated to the skill and determination necessary to work a ranch.  From their grass-roots evolution in the 19th century to...

Video Premiere: "The Highway"

The Highway Women are living life in the fast lane and their BRAND NEW video “The Highway” is out NOW! Filmed on Veterans Day, the new video from the unstoppable Highway Women brings to life everything we love. Freedom, happiness and forging our own path! COWGIRL caught up with the four Highway Women to get...

All Women's Ranch Rodeo

Unparalleled equine athleticism, supreme cow-handling expertise, and incomparable horsemanship culminate in Art of the Cowgirl’s All Women Ranch Rodeo Presented by COWGIRL Magazine.  BY MERILEE RAYNOR | PHOTOS BY KEN AMOROSANO From the split second that four mounted cowgirls burst through the gate, the solitary steer from the other end of the arena is on...

Music On Mondays: Picks Of The Week 12/7/20

Kalie Shorr’s new album “Open Book: Unabridged” “I’m a little out of touch with reality, it’s never been that nice to me,” Kalie Shorr sings in the new release “Lying to Myself,” from the upcoming Open Book: Unabridged release. The DIY country performer elevates this confessional narrative about a doomed relationship with an emo-ish type...

Music On Mondays: Picks Of The Week 11/30/20

Kalie Shorr’s new release “Lying To Myself” “I’m a little out of touch with reality, it’s never been that nice to me,” Kalie Shorr sings in the new release “Lying to Myself,” from the upcoming Open Book: Unabridged release. The DIY country performer elevates this confessional narrative about a doomed relationship with an emo-ish type...

Music On Mondays: Picks Of The Week 11/23/20

Miranda Lambert’s new track “Champion” The season finale to the critically acclaimed scripted musical podcast Make It Up As We Go, from Audio Up Media has released today through iHeartRadio and everywhere else podcasts are heard.  In conjunction, Audio Up and Sony Music Nashville today released the official podcast soundtrack that was produced by Audio...

Beaded Western Beauties By Wild Lace Beadwork

From the fringe, to the beadwork, and every hand crafted accent, each Wild Lace Beadwork item is a one-of-a-kind work of art that is a true show stopper… Born in the panhandle of Gordon, Nebraska, Wild Lace Beadwork has quickly become one of the most popular makers for western handbags, belts, purses and other beaded...

The Brand New 2020 Cowgirl Hall Of Fame Inductees!

FORT WORTH, TEXAS (November 17, 2020) – The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame will welcome five 2021 Inductees at the 45th Annual Induction Luncheon and Ceremony. The luncheon will be held on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at the Dickies Arena. These incoming Hall of Fame members represent a wide range of cowgirls –...

Music On Mondays: Picks Of The Week 11/9/20

The Highway Women’s new album “The Highway” As true as their male predecessors, The Highway Women are turning the country music world on its head. “The Highway Women fire on all cylinders and never fail to wow their audience and leave them wanting more.” Beyond the recording studio and stage, their “Be A Highwaywoman” initiative...
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