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As RodeoHouston continues with nightly concerts, carnival festivities and rodeo events, the best western looks and top moments from the festivities continue to be captured by Houston Chronicle photographers. Continue clicking to see the best moments and fashions from RodeoHouston 2017. less
As RodeoHouston continues with nightly concerts, carnival festivities and rodeo events, the best western looks and top moments from the festivities continue to be captured by Houston Chronicle photographers. … more

Photo: Gary Fountain, Gary Fountain/For The Chronicle

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Gregory Brown Jr., 6, of Houston, has a jumbo corn dog at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in Houston.

Gregory Brown Jr., 6, of Houston, has a jumbo corn dog at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Houston Chronicle

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The sun sets at NRG park as the RodeoHouston 2017 carnival lights begin to shine in the night.

The sun sets at NRG park as the RodeoHouston 2017 carnival lights begin to shine in the night.

Photo: NICK ANDERSON

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A piglet hangs out after the pig races at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on Tuesday, March 14, 2017, in Houston.

A piglet hangs out after the pig races at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on Tuesday, March 14, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Elizabeth Conley, Houston Chronicle

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People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Houston Chronicle

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Bobbi Ingram, left, with the Mutton Bustin committee, talks with Benjamin Mancillas, 6, after his ride during the Houston Livestock Shown and Rodeo at NRG Center, Monday, March 13, 2017, in Houston. He lost a tooth that was already loose. less
Bobbi Ingram, left, with the Mutton Bustin committee, talks with Benjamin Mancillas, 6, after his ride during the Houston Livestock Shown and Rodeo at NRG Center, Monday, March 13, 2017, in Houston. He lost a … more

Photo: Melissa Phillip, Houston Chronicle

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Benjamin Mancillas, 6, shows his Mutton Bustin blue ribbon and that he lost a tooth that was already loose during his ride at the Houston Livestock Shown and Rodeo at NRG Center, Monday, March 13, 2017, in Houston. less
Benjamin Mancillas, 6, shows his Mutton Bustin blue ribbon and that he lost a tooth that was already loose during his ride at the Houston Livestock Shown and Rodeo at NRG Center, Monday, March 13, 2017, in … more

Photo: Melissa Phillip, Houston Chronicle

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People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Houston Chronicle

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Neely Jackson, 3, right, tips her hat at her brother, Nash Jackson, 5, left, at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Monday, March 13, 2017 in Houston.

Neely Jackson, 3, right, tips her hat at her brother, Nash Jackson, 5, left, at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Monday, March 13, 2017 in Houston.

Photo: Michael Ciaglo, Houston Chronicle

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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo inventory employee Dale Lacour delivers giant stuffed donuts to carnival game stands Monday, March 13, 2017 in Houston.

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo inventory employee Dale Lacour delivers giant stuffed donuts to carnival game stands Monday, March 13, 2017 in Houston.

Photo: Michael Ciaglo, Houston Chronicle

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People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Houston Chronicle

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Saddle bronc rider Andy Clarys reacts as he rides Brown Sugar at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Monday, March 13, 2017 in Houston. Classy placed eighth with a score of 75 in round one of Super Series III.

Saddle bronc rider Andy Clarys reacts as he rides Brown Sugar at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Monday, March 13, 2017 in Houston. Classy placed eighth with a score of 75 in round one of Super Series III.

Photo: Michael Ciaglo, Houston Chronicle

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Libbi Poad, 6, of Cisco talks about Miniature Hereford named Rocket that she will show during the Houston Livestock Shown and Rodeo at NRG Center, Monday, March 13, 2017, in Houston. Rocket weighs 922 pounds and Libbi weighs 57 pounds. less
Libbi Poad, 6, of Cisco talks about Miniature Hereford named Rocket that she will show during the Houston Livestock Shown and Rodeo at NRG Center, Monday, March 13, 2017, in Houston. Rocket weighs 922 pounds … more

Photo: Melissa Phillip, Houston Chronicle

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A smiling boy shows off his recently-won carnival prize in front of the RodeoHouston 2017 Ferris wheel.

A smiling boy shows off his recently-won carnival prize in front of the RodeoHouston 2017 Ferris wheel.

Photo: NICK ANDERSON

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People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Houston Chronicle

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Chuckwagon racers fly through the arena during round two of Super Series III at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Tuesday, March 14, 2017 in Houston.

Chuckwagon racers fly through the arena during round two of Super Series III at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Tuesday, March 14, 2017 in Houston.

Photo: Michael Ciaglo, Houston Chronicle

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Raquel Castillo, 6, hangs on to a sheep during the mutton bustin’ competition at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Tuesday, March 14, 2017 in Houston.

Raquel Castillo, 6, hangs on to a sheep during the mutton bustin’ competition at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Tuesday, March 14, 2017 in Houston.

Photo: Michael Ciaglo, Houston Chronicle

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People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Houston Chronicle

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Steer wrestler Billy Bugging slips off his calf during round three of Super Series III at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Wednesday, March 15, 2017 in Houston.

Steer wrestler Billy Bugging slips off his calf during round three of Super Series III at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Wednesday, March 15, 2017 in Houston.

Photo: Michael Ciaglo/Houston Chronicle

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Bull rider Cole Melancon celebrates with bullfighter Leon Coffee after a first place, 85 point ride during round three of Super Series III at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Wednesday, March 15, 2017 in Houston.

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Bull rider Cole Melancon celebrates with bullfighter Leon Coffee after a first place, 85 point ride during round three of Super Series III at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Wednesday, March 15, 2017 in

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Photo: Michael Ciaglo/Houston Chronicle

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Saddle bronc rider Jacobs Crawley, left, celebrates behind the chutes after he scored 91 points for a first place ride during round three of Super Series III at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Wednesday, March 15, 2017 in Houston.

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Saddle bronc rider Jacobs Crawley, left, celebrates behind the chutes after he scored 91 points for a first place ride during round three of Super Series III at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Wednesday,

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Photo: Michael Ciaglo/Houston Chronicle

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Calf scrambler Trent Stefka struggles to bring the calf he caught back into the center of the arena during round three of Super Series III at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Wednesday, March 15, 2017 in Houston.

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Calf scrambler Trent Stefka struggles to bring the calf he caught back into the center of the arena during round three of Super Series III at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Wednesday, March 15, 2017 in

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Photo: Michael Ciaglo/Houston Chronicle

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Steady rain didn’t keep Houstonians from attending the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo in their best western wear. Nor did if stop thousands of others from flocking to NRG Park. 

Steady rain didn’t keep Houstonians from attending the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo in their best western wear. Nor did if stop thousands of others from flocking to NRG Park. 

Photo: Steve Gonzales, Houston Chronicle

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Looking for the next carnival game to play at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo are, from left, Archer Williams, 5, Julia Hunter Williams, 9, Claire Kapinos, 8, and Holt Williams, 7. Story on page A2.

Looking for the next carnival game to play at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo are, from left, Archer Williams, 5, Julia Hunter Williams, 9, Claire Kapinos, 8, and Holt Williams, 7. Story on page A2.

Photo: Michael Ciaglo, Staff

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Luke Greene, 4, of Lake Arthur, LA washes Mack the bull, as he helped to bathe his heifer, Anna, and the bull outside at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Thursday, March 9, 2017, in Houston.

Luke Greene, 4, of Lake Arthur, LA washes Mack the bull, as he helped to bathe his heifer, Anna, and the bull outside at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Thursday, March 9, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Karen Warren/Houston Chronicle

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Fans of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and singer Cody Johnson pose for a photo before the concert Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in Houston.

Fans of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and singer Cody Johnson pose for a photo before the concert Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Houston Chronicle

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Chasitie Evans, 16, left, pets Cinnamon Bun the cow on the opening day of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Tuesday, March 7, 2017 in Houston.

Chasitie Evans, 16, left, pets Cinnamon Bun the cow on the opening day of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Tuesday, March 7, 2017 in Houston.

Photo: Michael Ciaglo, Houston Chronicle

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Fans of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and singer Cody Johnson pose for a photo before the concert Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in Houston.

Fans of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and singer Cody Johnson pose for a photo before the concert Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Houston Chronicle

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Fans of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and singer Cody Johnson pose for a photo before the concert Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in Houston.

Fans of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and singer Cody Johnson pose for a photo before the concert Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Houston Chronicle

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Dylan Blanchard, 8, waits to show his goat on the opening day of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Tuesday, March 7, 2017 in Houston.

Dylan Blanchard, 8, waits to show his goat on the opening day of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Tuesday, March 7, 2017 in Houston.

Photo: Michael Ciaglo, Houston Chronicle

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Fans of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and singer Cody Johnson pose for a photo before the concert Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in Houston.

Fans of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and singer Cody Johnson pose for a photo before the concert Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Houston Chronicle

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Rodeo fans prepare to enter NRG Stadium for the rodeo and Chris Stapleton, Thursday, March 9, 2017, in Houston.

Rodeo fans prepare to enter NRG Stadium for the rodeo and Chris Stapleton, Thursday, March 9, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Houston Chronicle

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Richie Champion, of The Woodlands, walks back to the chutes after his ride on Indian Summer in the bareback riding competition during the Super Series 1, Round 2 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in Houston.

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Richie Champion, of The Woodlands, walks back to the chutes after his ride on Indian Summer in the bareback riding competition during the Super Series 1, Round 2 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG

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Photo: Karen Warren/Houston Chronicle

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Richie Champion, of The Woodlands, after riding Indian Summer in the bareback riding competition during the Super Series 1, Round 2 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in Houston.

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Richie Champion, of The Woodlands, after riding Indian Summer in the bareback riding competition during the Super Series 1, Round 2 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Wednesday, March 8,

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Photo: Karen Warren/Houston Chronicle

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Fans at for the Houston Rodeo and Aaron Watson concert.

Fans at for the Houston Rodeo and Aaron Watson concert.

Photo: Gary Fountain, Gary Fountain/For The Chronicle

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Julie McCormack rides Endeavor during the first afternoon of the carnival at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, March 7, 2017, in Houston.

Julie McCormack rides Endeavor during the first afternoon of the carnival at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, March 7, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle

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Fans at for the Houston Rodeo and Aaron Watson concert.

Fans at for the Houston Rodeo and Aaron Watson concert.

Photo: Gary Fountain, Gary Fountain/For The Chronicle

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Photos of rodeo attendees on Friday, March 10, 2017, in Houston.

Photos of rodeo attendees on Friday, March 10, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Elizabeth Conley, Houston Chronicle

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Kyle Brennecke Rodeo Houston at NRG on Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

Kyle Brennecke Rodeo Houston at NRG on Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Elizabeth Conley/Houston Chronicle

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Bucking horses run onto the dirt as the recently retired 20-year-old bucking horse matriarch Hostage was honored at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Park on Wednesday.

Bucking horses run onto the dirt as the recently retired 20-year-old bucking horse matriarch Hostage was honored at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Park on Wednesday.

Photo: Karen Warren, Staff Photographer

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Clint Cannon rides his horse during the bareback riding competition during the Houston Rodeo on Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

Clint Cannon rides his horse during the bareback riding competition during the Houston Rodeo on Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Elizabeth Conley/Houston Chronicle

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Caribelle Folkens, 11, of Damon, Texas, poses with Californian breeder rabbit, Angel. Folkens, who got her belt buckle from the Ft. Worth show, is show six rabbits during the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

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Caribelle Folkens, 11, of Damon, Texas, poses with Californian breeder rabbit, Angel. Folkens, who got her belt buckle from the Ft. Worth show, is show six rabbits during the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on

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Photo: Elizabeth Conley/Houston Chronicle

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People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Houston Chronicle

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People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Houston Chronicle

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People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Houston Chronicle

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Children line up for the Mutton Bustin’ competition at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

Children line up for the Mutton Bustin’ competition at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Elizabeth Conley, Houston Chronicle

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People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

People pose for a photo at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Yi-Chin Lee, Houston Chronicle

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Steady rain didn’t keep Annalee Morin and her parents Sonia, Daniel from attending the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Saturday, March 11, 2017, in Houston.

Steady rain didn’t keep Annalee Morin and her parents Sonia, Daniel from attending the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Saturday, March 11, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Steve Gonzales/Houston Chronicle

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Alicia Keys performs at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Friday, March 10, 2017, in Houston.

Alicia Keys performs at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Friday, March 10, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Karen Warren/Houston Chronicle

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A woman carrying an American Flag, rides a horse bareback during the National Anthem before the start of the Super Series II, Round 1, at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Friday, March 10, 2017, in Houston.

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A woman carrying an American Flag, rides a horse bareback during the National Anthem before the start of the Super Series II, Round 1, at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Friday, March 10,

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Photo: Karen Warren/Houston Chronicle

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Twins Bailey and Rylie Hebert, 6, wearing their belt buckles and cowboy hats at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Friday, March 10, 2017, in Houston.

Twins Bailey and Rylie Hebert, 6, wearing their belt buckles and cowboy hats at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Friday, March 10, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle

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Wayne DeHart, from the Buffalo Soldiers Museum performs a reenactment of a day in the life of a Buffalo Soldier during Black Heritage Day at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Friday, March 10, 2017, in Houston. less
Wayne DeHart, from the Buffalo Soldiers Museum performs a reenactment of a day in the life of a Buffalo Soldier during Black Heritage Day at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Friday, March 10, … more

Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle

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Christian Gonzalez, 2, of Webster, plays in bubbles from a nearby Toy Corral at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Friday, March 10, 2017, in Houston.

Christian Gonzalez, 2, of Webster, plays in bubbles from a nearby Toy Corral at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Friday, March 10, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle

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Josh Peek wrestles a steer as he finished in first place in the steer wrestling competition during the Super Series II, Round 1, at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Friday, March 10, 2017, in Houston. less
Josh Peek wrestles a steer as he finished in first place in the steer wrestling competition during the Super Series II, Round 1, at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Friday, March 10, 2017, in … more

Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle

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Chuck Swisher runs away from a bull in the bull riding competition during the Super Series II, Round 1, at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Friday, March 10, 2017, in Houston.

Chuck Swisher runs away from a bull in the bull riding competition during the Super Series II, Round 1, at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Friday, March 10, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Karen Warren, Houston Chronicle

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Johannie Evans, from Raywood, TX, gives her cow, Cinnamon Bun, a kiss on the opening day of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Tuesday, March 7, 2017 in Houston.

Johannie Evans, from Raywood, TX, gives her cow, Cinnamon Bun, a kiss on the opening day of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Tuesday, March 7, 2017 in Houston.

Photo: Michael Ciaglo, Houston Chronicle

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Luke Greene, 4, of Lake Arthur, LA brushes his heifer, Anna as he helped to bathe her at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Thursday, March 9, 2017, in Houston.

Luke Greene, 4, of Lake Arthur, LA brushes his heifer, Anna as he helped to bathe her at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, at NRG Park, Thursday, March 9, 2017, in Houston.

Photo: Karen Warren/Houston Chronicle

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