Melinda Erickson & Karry Painter

Ginger Busby, Rick Cramer, Heidi & Brian LoCicero

Steve Barber & Beverly Barber

Gail Moher & Laura Dennis

Angela Blair & Suzy Spence

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owboys and cowgirls donned festive, western holiday wear for the 2018 Cattle 
Barons’ Ball Branding Party on September 14 at Ruth’s Chris Steak House. The 
Branding Party is held annually in anticipation of the upcoming Emerald Coast 
Cattle Barons’ Ball. This event was previously held every spring, but the main event 

has transitioned to the holiday season and will be held on Friday, November 30, 2018, within the 
Linkside Center at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. 

With over 43 sponsors already signed up to ensure the success of this year’s event, guests 

should plan to wear their dancin’ boots and get ready to rock along as the entertainment will 
feature local favorite, The Modern Eldorados, back by popular demand. Cowboys and girls 
will also enjoy live and silent auctions, complimentary drinks and fancy vittles from the area’s 
leading restaurants and caterers. The Cattle Barons’ Ball benefi ts the American Cancer Society 
by raising funds for cancer research, advocacy, education and patient services. “Baron and 
Rancher table sponsorships are available at multiple levels, as well as individual tickets at 
$175. Additional sponsorships are still available for businesses and individuals interested in 
supporting the cause,” said Laura McWilliams-Dennis.

photos & story by

 

Zhalman Harris

Tabitha Howard & Deborah Elmore

   VIP Destin at Ruth’s Chris

Sonia Fenik & Jill Cadenhead

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