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Washington County rodeo returns on Saturday

The ag center rodeo is back after having to reschedule three times due to COVID-19

TENNILLE, Ga. — Folks in Washington County can see racing, roping, and steer wrestling as the rodeo returns this weekend. 

After having to reschedule three times due to COVID-19, folks in the Tennille area have been waiting for the return of the Washington County Ag Center Rodeo.

Gates open at 5 p.m. on Saturday and the rodeo begins at 7 p.m. Events include bareback riding, calf roping, steer wrestling. and many others. 

Ag Center Chairman Eddy Turner discussed why people should come out and how the rodeo helps the community. 

"It's a very family-oriented event," Turner said. "Everything -- everyone from little children to grandparents -- have a wonderful time. It's a family atmosphere. The benefits of this rodeo support this ag center and the agriculture in classroom like FFA (Future Famers of America) and 4-H," Turner said.

Ticket prices are $15 for adults, $10 for youth, and kids under 6 have free entry.

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