SIDNEY -- After two years in Cheyenne County, the Rubber Check Race will not be in the 2026 Cheyenne County Fair.

The Rubber Check Race is a parody of farmers and ranchers racing money to the bank to cover a check. It is a relay of horses, ATVs, running and one team member pushing a second in a wheel barrow across the arena. 

After two years, the fair board is struggling for competing teams, according to Fair Board Chairman Troy Kurz.

Knobbe seeks alternate board seat

Fair Board Chairman Troy Kurz introduced Nate Knobbe as applying for an alternate board seat.

"We do have an alternate member application. Mr. Knobbe is here on behalf of his application to want to join this party as an alternate member," Kurz said in the Monday meeting.

Knobbe said he has been in the area for about 20 years, has four boys, lives in Sidney and wants to be part of the fair board.

Expect Goat Roping in 2026 Fair events

The Fair Board learned Monday of two possible Goat Roping event managers. Goat roping is a rodeo event where participants use ropes to catch a goat, chasing it on foot. Originating as a way to practice team roping, it involves a "header" and "heeler" pursuing a goat released from a chute to secure the fastest time. 

Board discusses seeking rodeo bids

Rodeo Committee member Ken From said the agreement with Cervi Championship Rodeo is nearing completion and asked the Fair Board about seeking bids for rodeo management.

"Well, you know this is our coming up contract with Cervi this year. This is our last one, and its only six months away, maybe not even that. We are wondering if you are going to get bids for most things like we usually have to," From said.

The board agreed that committee should seek proposals for the rodeo.

From mentioned J.D. Hamaker, Summit Rodeo Company, of Centennial, Wyo., and Rocky Mountain Rodeo out of Newcastle, Wyo. He said both companies are PRCA. 

From also proposed the Fair Board increase the amount of prize money.