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Campustown Showdown: One-of-a-kind event celebrates beef producers in Iowa

January 29, 2025 12:29 PM • 
RFD NEWS STAFF, Currey McCullough

A one-of-a-kind cattle show is set to debut in Ames, Iowa this April. The inaugural Campustown Showdown will bring a mixture of agriculture and entertainment to the local community.

Event Founder Christian Calliham joined RFD-TV’s own Suzanne Alexander to discuss how the event came about and what attendees can expect.

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