FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- For the first time in 30 years, the roar of bulls and the cheers of rodeo fans are echoing through the Big Fresno Fairgrounds.

The fair has long been known for its live horse racing, a tradition that spanned more than 120 years. But with state regulators canceling race dates in Northern California, fair organizers are bringing back the rodeo.

"It is historical," said Taylor Collins, special event coordinator for the fair. "We're trying to honor the facilities we have here. We love our traditional horse races, but now we're creating this rodeo to honor that heritage as well."

More than 60 competitors from across the country, some from as far away as Oklahoma and Texas, arrived with trailers full of livestock, ready to compete in events like bronc riding, bull ri

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