Submitted Photo The board of directors of the Badlands ProRodeo Circuit recently announced the distribution of funds to area non-profits. Gifts in the total amount of $7500.00 were given to Independence, Inc., a resource center in Minot for independent living; South Prairie School FFA Chapter and St. Joseph’s Community Health Foundation’s Twice Blessed Program. The Badlands Pro Rodeo Circuit is a non-profit organization and sponsors the PRCA’s championship rodeo for North Dakota and South Dakota. “We are again excited to produce the Badlands ProRodeo Circuit Finals in Minot and wanted to give back to non-profit organizations in the region.” Max Weppler, left, BPRCF director. Also shown is Independence Inc. executive director Scott Burlingame.