Wichman takes reins at Cheney Rodeo

By JOHN McCALLUM

Editor

For now, incoming Cheney Rodeo president Matt Wichman has two very simple goals.

First, keep the peace among rodeo association members who are friendly people but whose passion for rodeo can often lead to some lively board meetings.

Wichman's other goal is to keep the rodeo moving forward in a positive direction as it celebrates its 40th year of existence. The Eastern Washington native and longtime rodeo volunteer replaces former president Shannon Pelley, who was elected by the board in November 2006, but resigned recently because of family matters.

Wichman said several...