Participants in the English Pleasure Division compete Tuesday at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. Winners of the Eastern District of Kansas advance to the Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson.

photo by: Richard Gwin

Kaitlyn Combs, of Louisburg, works her horse, DeeDee.

photo by: Richard Gwin

Stephanie Slivers, left, of Linn County, and Emily Davenport, of Osage City, exit the arena after finishing their competition.

photo by: Richard Gwin

Brynn McCracken, of Desoto, ties up her boot before riding.