Growing hope for a cure: 2023 Cattlemen’s Ball

Kristen Sindelar
May 25, 2023
May 25, 2023

Cattlemen's ball preview 1.jpg — The Weborg Feedlot near Pender, Neb., is hosting the 25th Cattlemen’s Ball. Host couples include, from left, Craig, Darlene, Kent, Colleen, Renee and Brian Weborg.
Submitted photo courtesy of Kylie Kai

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Nebraska is known for being the Beef State. Producers across the state grow cattle, as well as the forage and corn to feed those animals.

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Cattlemen's ball preview 2.jpg — Committee members preparing for the 2023 Cattlemen’s Ball number close to 200 volunteers.
Submitted photo courtesy of Kylie Kai

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Cattlemen's ball preview 3.jpg — Amongst all the fun activities at the Cattlemen’s Ball, the serenity garden offers a quiet place for reflection for cancer survivors and anyone touched by cancer.
Submitted photo courtesy of Taylor Josoff

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Reporter Kristen Sindelar has loved agriculture her entire life, coming from a diversified farm with three generations working side-by-side in northeastern Nebraska. Reach her at Kristen.Sindelar@midwestmessenger.com.