OK! LET’S GO • Colton Blair, Lehi, Utah Cowboy drew out “403” on Thursday night. His apprehension was “written all over his face” as he signaled to start the ride and his apprehension turned out to be well founded at he didn’t make the eight second whistle and was bucked off. The Stampede Committee reported record crowds at this years event. Photo Heath Dopp

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2009 BATHING BEAUTY WINNERS • Jaden Jackson, left, of Nephi placed first in the bathing beauty contest. She was sponsored by Central Utah Beauty Supply and won $500. Placing second was Kelsey Stephensen, Nephi, sponsored by Painter Motor, $350; 3rd, Kaylee Rogers, Delta, sponsored by Tony’s Welding, $200; 4th, Madison Finch, Mona, sponsored by Bo’s Construction, $150; and 5th, Shelby Dixon, sponsored by Federal Financial Group, $100. Photo Rebecca Dopp