STFR TO HONOR DISTINGUISHED VOLUNTEERS AT DIRECTOR EMERITUS PRESENTATION

Austin, Texas, October 1, 2009 – The Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo/Rodeo Austin will be honoring five of its distinguished volunteers who have been granted the lifetime achievement status of Director Emeritus. The Director Emeritus membership is the most distinguished honor that can be bestowed upon a Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo Board Member and is reserved for those who have achieved the highest level of exemplary service and leadership. Recipients will be honored and presented with a Director Emeritus award plaque at a reception on October 12th from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at the Tarry House in Austin. The following Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo volunteers will be inducted into the Director Emeritus Class on Monday October 12th:

– Jimmy Callahan: 1983 Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo President

– Verlin Callahan: 1973 Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo President, current member of the Board of Directors

– Jay Evans: 1979 & 1985 Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo President, current member of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors

– Bill Knolle: 1984 Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo President, current member of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors

– Ted Nagel: 1981 Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo President, current member of the Board of Directors

The Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo, a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization, contributes nearly $1.5 million annually to the youth of Texas with the help of over 2,000 volunteers, donors and sponsors. Through its acclaimed Livestock Show, Fair, and Rodeo, the Star of Texas continues to work towards the advancement of its mission, “Promoting Youth Education – Preserving Western Heritage.” The Star of Texas delivers superior entertainment to the community while boasting an economic impact that exceeds $54 million annually. Staying true to the official sport of Texas, the Star of Texas is proud to host the world’s 6th largest indoor, regular season ProRodeo known as Rodeo Austin.