Martensville Messenger June 16, 2016 | Page 9

Warman Arena Name Change

Warman Diamond Arena officially changed names on Thursday , June 9th . A group of volunteers and city officials gathered at 5:30pm in front of the main doors to the newly named Warman Diamond Rodeo Arena .
The name change was inspired by the continuous community support from the Warman Diamond Rodeo Committee to the City of Warman , local community groups , events and projects . Over the past 22 years the Warman Diamond Rodeo Committee has donated in excess of $ 285,000 .
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ABOVE : Warman Diamond Arena officially has a new name !
ABOVE : Mayor Sheryl Spence , along with Councillor Richard Beck gathered with volunteers from the Warman Diamond Rodeo Committee on Thursday , June 9th .

Warman Diamond 24th Annual Rodeo

Marcy Cross , Martensville Messenger The City of Warman held its 24th annual rodeo from June 10-12 . Friday the 10th kicked off the weekend with a beer garden , concessions , a rodeo performance , and fireworks . Saturday began with a pancake breakfast and parade . The afternoon featured a Show and Shine as well as a Kidsville . The rodeo on Saturday started after 6:00PM .
Rain Saturday evening meant mud for Sunday ’ s rodeo grounds . The competitors on Sunday had bright sun for their final day and made the most of it .
ABOVE : There was talent of all ages participating in the Warman Diamond Rodeo this past weekend . ( Sandy Lockhart Photography )
ABOVE : Skillful participants gave quite a show . ( Sandy Lockhart Photography )
ABOVE : Some of the riders needed a minute after their run was complete . ( Sandy Lockhart Photography )
ABOVE : These young Rodeo participants were taken on a bit of a ride .( Sandy Lockhart Photography )
ABOVE : Extreme focus is required when riding those bucking broncos . ( Sandy Lockhart Photography )
ABOVE : Large crowds attended the 24th annual Warman Diamond Rodeo weekend . ( Marcy Cross )