WINCHESTER, Ky. (LEX 18) — A rodeo of sorts set up in Clark County, resuming an annual tradition. It’s the 2025 Kentucky Lineman’s Rodeo, featuring more than 100 linemen from 20 electric cooperatives across the state.

The Lineman’s Rodeo is a competition, but it also doubles as a safety training. In fact, safety is the main priority of the event.

“The rodeo is all about safety,” echoed Carol Wright, president and CEO of Jackson Energy Cooperative. “If you don't do it properly, then you're obviously gigged and they take points away and you're not going to win.”

Thursday is the first day of the event, featuring competitions for individuals. The events of the day are called “hurt man,” “line de-energize,” and a skills climb. The events include challenges the linemen may face while out in t

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