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traditional rodeo events. "This rodeo has been around since 1958 and is certified by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association," said Judy Skowron, direc-
tor of the Mesquite CVB. Hotel rooms: 1,547 Hotel tax: 13 percent Fields & facilities: 15 lighted baseball fields, 11 lighted softball fields, 23 soc-
cer fields, seven lighted tennis courts and
nine lighted football fields. Contact: Mesquite CVB, www.real texasflavor.com.
San Angelo In west Texas, San Angelo is a ranching community on the Concho River. The city was established at nearby Historic
Fort Concho, which served as the head- quarters for the 4th and the 16th Infantry.
and 10th
Hotel rooms: Approximately 1,900 Fields & facilities: 29th
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Complex, Glenna Street Soccer Complex, L.A. Raceway & Sports Track, and the Rio Concho Community
Park/Texas Bank Sports Complex. Contact: San Angelo CVB,
www.visitsanangelo.org. Temple
Situated in central Texas on I-33, Temple is just three hours from 88 percent of the state's population, said Nancy Glover, manager of the Temple CVB. The city initially began as a rail- road town but is now known as a leading
regional medical center. Hotel rooms: 1,800 Hotel tax: 13 percent Fields & facilities: More than 60
fields/facilities, including baseball fields, softball fields, soccer fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, golf courses,
and two area colleges. Convention center: The Frank W. Mayborn Civic & Convention Center features an 18,620-square foot Main Hall and additional rooms that vary from 366 square feet to 11,970
square feet. Contact: Temple CVB,
www.discovertemple.com. ■ P.T. See
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The local Veteran's Administration Medical Center in Temple has established an adaptive sports program to help dis- abled veterans enjoy a higher quality of life.
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