42nd Annual Oklahoma National Jr. Heifer Show

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November 16, 2023

Press Release

The Elk City Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to the 42nd Annual Oklahoma National Jr. Heifer Show this Saturday, November 18 starting at 9 a.m. This year’s event will be held at the Elk City Convention Center South Building at 1016 East Airport Industrial Road.

There will be over 130 entries from Oklahoma and Texas and usually 16 different breeds. Prizes range from buckles to cash. This year’s judge will be John McCurry.

Everyone is invited to come out and watch this great show and enjoy an onion burger prepared by the Elk City FFA Alumni.

2023 Elk City Chamber of Commerce Jr. Heifer Committee members include: Brent Meador, Greg Mouse, Lake Carpenter, Darla Rogers, Jeff Conner, Larry Long, Ridge Lowrance, Karen Touchstone and Susie Cupp.

For additional information please contact the Elk City Chamber of Commerce at 580-225-0207

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