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Miss Cheney Rodeo applications available

Applications to compete and possibly become Miss Cheney Rodeo 2018 are now available. The application process closes Oct. 1, with the competition taking place Oct. 20-21 at the Cheney Rodeo grounds.

The packet includes interview requirements and itinerary, application form, Miss Cheney Rodeo rules and expectations, horsemanship patterns, liability release and Miss Cheney Rodeo required events. According to an email from the Cheney Events Association, Miss Cheney Rodeo can appear in up to 13 events during the year, with nine required.

In the packet, association president Justin Monter points out that “this is a competition which recognizes a number of attributes: horsemanship, personality, public speaking, and appearance. Parents, friends, and relatives are welcomed and encouraged to watch the competition, however we ask that they do not disturb or coach the contestants.”

There is a $25 non-refundable fee to apply.

“Contestants must be 17, by Jan. 1, 2018, and can email [email protected] for complete list of requirements and expectations of Miss Cheney Rodeo 2018,” Heidi Monter, Cheney Events Association marketing coordinator, said in an email.

Monter also said a Cheney Rodeo queen clinic is planned for Sept. 30, with more details to come.

Seminar provides market techniques for investing

The public, individual investors and investment club members are invited to attend the first annual Investor Education Day, Saturday, Sept. 16, presented by the Inland Empire Chapter of BetterInvesting.

The keynote speaker, Ken Kavula, is highly sought after for regional and national BetterInvesting events. He will present topics related to investment research, including how to buy quality stocks, when to sell, and when a price/earnings (P/E) ratio is too high. As part of his discussion on portfolio management, he will evaluate actual investment club portfolios submitted by clubs in our chapter.

Kavula is a volunteer, educator and leader in the BetterInvesting community. Honored this year with the George A. Nicholson Jr. Distinguished Service Award in Investment Education, the Inland Empire Chapter is delighted to bring this engaging educational speaker to the Spokane region.

The event runs from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Quality Inn in downtown Spokane, 110 E 4th Ave. Take Interstate 90 exit 281.

Space is very limited so register early to guarantee a place. The $20 registration includes lunch. To register go to Eventbrite or contact IEC-BI Event Registration, P.O. Box 1717

Medical Lake, WA 99022.

In an email, Cheney Kiwanis Club member Jeri Morgan, director of the local BetterInvesting chapter, said they are a “non-profit organization which provides education and resources for individuals and investment clubs.”

Betz ‘Run Back to School’ coming on Sept. 9

The Betz Elementary School Parent/Teacher Association (PTA) is hosting a “Run Back to School 5K/1 Mile” fun run/walk on Saturday, Sept. 9. The run/walk begins at 9 a.m. at the elementary school, 317 N. Seventh St.

There are no fitness requirements to participate — just come with a great attitude and smile. There will be fun activities along the race routes and chances to win door prizes afterwards.

Participation prices are $10 per person for adults age 18 and older, $5 per child or a family option for $25 if the cost of individual entries for a family would be more than $25. The event will be held rain or shine.

All race proceeds go to Betz PTA to support Betz Elementary School enrichment initiatives.