Dodge Circuit Finals to leave Pocatello after 24 years

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By KFBB Sports_Team

Story Published: Aug 27, 2010 at 3:35 PM MST

Story Updated: Aug 27, 2010 at 3:35 PM MST

by Associated Press

POCATELLO, Idaho -- The Dodge National Circuit Finals Rodeo is not returning to Pocatello next spring after a 24-year run, but rodeo supporters say they've won a stop on the Wrangler Million Dollar Tour.

Members of the Pocatello Frontier Rodeo Association announced the loss of the DNCFR on Thursday.

Recent studies found the event had a $4.5 million to $6 million impact on the economy of southeastern Idaho, but lower attendance in recent years led the circuit to seek a new host city, which is expected to be named on Sept. 1.

Pocatello rodeo association president JD Johnston says the Wrangler Million Dollar Tour has eight gold stops and has added Pocatello as a 15th silver stop. The tour winnings count toward earnings totals for competitors seeking to qualify for the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas by being among the top 15 money winners in their events.

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