Regional livestock shows boost morale, competition

Jager Robinson
Sep 13, 2021
Sep 13, 2021

Tessa Erdmann competes in the 2019 Sweet 16 competition in Brown County, South Dakota.
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Before kids brought their animals to the big show ring at the South Dakota State Fair, some participated in some pretty intense regional competitions.

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Showdown of Champions.jpeg — The 12 counties surrounding Salem, South Dakota are represented at each Showdown of Champions. This is the group photo from 2020.
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Reach Reporter Jager Robinson at 605-335-7300, email jager.robinson@lee.net or follow on Twitter @Jager_Robinson.