San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo Committed to Exhibitors 

Raleigh Little, the chairman of the sales committee for the San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo, has reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to supporting its exhibitors, according to an interview posted on Concho Valley Homepage.

With a staggering turnout of over 14,000 entries this year, the event stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of the agricultural community. Little emphasized that every single donation received will directly benefit the hardworking exhibitors who pour their dedication and passion into showcasing their livestock and talent at the annual event.

Little reiterated their unconditional support to the exhibitors, stating ” 100% of the donations go to the exhibitions. ” This assurance highlights the integrity and transparency of the San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo’s mission to uplift and empower those who participate.

As the event continues to draw widespread attention and support, Little and the committee remain assertive in their resolve to uphold the values of fairness and equity. 

UN Demands End to Retaliation Air Strikes by Israel, Iran

Following reports of alleged Israeli strikes inside Iran near a nuclear power station early Friday, the UN Secretary-General António Guterres issued a new appeal to all parties to “stop the dangerous cycle of retaliation in the Middle East”.

“The Secretary-General condemns any act of retaliation and appeals to the international community to work together to prevent any further development that could lead to devastating consequences for the entire region and beyond,” he said in a statement issued by his Office.

Echoing those concerns, UN atomic energy agency chief Rafael Grossi urged “extreme restraint” from all sides, after more than six and a half months of war in Gaza that have fuelled fears of a wider regional conflict.

"IAEA can confirm that there is no damage to Iran’s nuclear sites" and Director-General Grossi "continues to call for extreme restraint from everybody and reiterates that nuclear facilities should never be a target in military conflicts", the International Atomic Energy Agency said in a tweet following unconfirmed media reports that possible drone strikes had targeted the Iranian province of Isfahan, which is home to nuclear facilities and military garrisons.

In Geneva, too, the UN human rights office, OHCHR, urged all parties “to take steps to de-escalate the situation” rapidly.

"(We) call on third States, in particular those with influence, to do all in their power to ensure there is no further deterioration in an already extremely precarious situation,” said OHCHR spokesperson Jeremy Laurence.