October 21st was the date for the American Royal Junior Premium Livestock Auction at the American Royal Complex. The event marked the end of the first week of the 119th American Royal Livestock Show, where 65 of the best animals from the show were auctioned. A highlight of the evening was the sale of the Grand Champion Market Steer for a record-setting $250,000.
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| Katie Hoge and Carter Hoge |
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| Julia Frye with the Grand Champion Market Steer |
Also featured in the November 24, 2018 issue of The Independent.
