[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 22 (Thursday, February 2, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E89]
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                          JUSTIN PFANNEBECKER

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                          HON. YADIRA CARAVEO

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, February 2, 2023

  Ms. CARAVEO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate all who were 
involved in this tremendous year for the National Western Stock Show. 
Not only was it a successful year for the world-class Stock Show, held 
right here in our backyard, but it was a special year for our community 
in the 8th Congressional District.
  I would like to recognize two young Weld County residents who made a 
big impression this year.
  Eighteen-year-old Justin Pfannebecker from LaSalle was the first teen 
from Colorado to win the title of the Grand Champion steer in more than 
a quarter-century. He auctioned his grand champion steer, Stan the Man, 
for a record $200,000.
  Sixteen-year-old Karsyn Fetzer from Kersey also excelled in the show 
ring and auctioned her Reserve Grand Champion Hog, Lil G for a record 
$75,000.
  These accomplishments speak to the hard work and perseverance these 
young Coloradans embody. They are tremendous representatives of our 
community, and I have no doubt this year's success is a harbinger for 
what is to come for these exemplary young people.
  In large part because of these accolades, the National Western Stock 
Show raised a record $585,000 that will go to scholarships for 
agriculture studies, rural medicine, and students' agricultural 
endeavors across Colorado.
  I'm proud of the immense amount of time, work, and talent that 
ensures the success of this event every year--and the important 
economic impact it has on the Denver Metro Area.
  Thanks to all who contribute to the success of the Stock Show. I look 
forward to more sweet victories for CO-08 residents in the years to 
come.

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