The annual mutton bustin’ competition was held at the Clark County Fair and Rodeo last weekend, April 8-12, 2026. For over 15 years, kids from all parts of Clark County have gathered at the Clark County Fairgrounds each April for an opportunity to match “kid against beast." During the five-day rodeo, over 150 kids competed in front of stands full of fans for the coveted … [Read more...] about Mutton bustin’ popular as ever
Mutton Bustin
Mutton bustin’ to provide raucus fun for kids
Fair week has arrived, and with it comes one of the most anticipated competitions at the event: mutton bustin’. Children four to seven years old all over the surrounding valleys are anxiously awaiting their chance to compete once again for their very own belt buckles, and have fun to boot. This year includes a major change. In all previous years, mutton bustin’ has been an … [Read more...] about Mutton bustin’ to provide raucus fun for kids
A wooly good time at the Fair!
The contestants gripped the wool, took a deep breath and then waited for the clattering of the chute gate as it opened. The annual Clark County Fair and Rodeo Mutton Bustin’ rounded off another successful National Finals Mutton Bustin’, April 9-13. There were spills and thrills, grit and grace and tears and mud, but in the end, the lil’ cowboys and cowgirls had smiles on … [Read more...] about A wooly good time at the Fair!
Boy dedicates championship rides to grandpa
A 16-second performance captivated a large, cheering crowd of families and fairgoers in a miraculous display. On Saturday, a young cowboy saw a glorious opportunity and took it. While competing in the Clark County Fair and Rodeo Mutton Bustin’ National Finals on April 12, Stoney Folkerts came out to the BEX arena in traditional rough stock rider gear, including chaps, shirt … [Read more...] about Boy dedicates championship rides to grandpa



