With fresh paint, new plants and award-winning dirt in the arena, the Santa Maria Elks Rodeo is ready to ride for the next four days. The 81st Elks Rodeo,
The 2024 Elks Rodeo Queen candidates kicked off their campaigns Saturday with a celebration at the Santa Maria Elks Lodge signifying the beginning of the Elks Rodeo season.
An enthusiastic crowd cheered on the four women and their armies of supporters launching fierce fundraising campaigns in a bid to become the 2024 Santa