Cinch Rodeo Returns: Bucking Broncs And Barrel Racing Await

ST. PAUL (WJON News) -- Dust off your boots and hats and cowboy up for two spectacular days of fun early next year. Cinch World's Toughest Rodeo is back at Grand Casino Arena (formerly Xcel Energy Center) on February 13th and 14th. Fans will be taken in by all the action, entertainment, and intense competition with events like bull riding, saddle bronc riding, and women's barrel racing. There is also pre-show fun at the "down on the dirt" event that will have pony rides, meet and greets, or you can hop in a clown barrel, and take a seat in the bucking chutes on the live photo bull Silver Dollar. The "down on the dirt" pre-show is free with paid admission. Tickets for Cinch World's Toughest Rodeo go on sale on Monday at ticketmaster.com.

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Beautiful Photos From Clemens Gardens

This weekend was a great one to get out and do something fun. I wanted to destress, so I drove over to Clemens Gardens for a nice stroll through the gardens. What a beautiful place it is. There are flowers everywhere, as well as fountains and statues. These photos only capture part of what's available to see, but in case you haven't had a chance to visit, now is a great time to view them, as everything is in full bloom. Take a look at some beautiful photos and then make a plan to take your own trip. All of your senses will thank you.

Gallery Credit: Photos by Kelly Cordes