We share how you can get a piece of American Western History just in time for Christmas.  We have the latest news, market recaps, hay and cattle for sale, ranch channel listings and lots more on this all new episode of the Ranch It Up Radio Show.  Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.

The Western book Hollis Williford – The Crossing at the River written by Eric Grant, offers a compelling journey into the artist’s life. Through a series of stories, it delves into his struggles, triumphs, and the profound beauty and depth of his artistic legacy.

Williford’s talent was widely recognized, as evidenced by his two National Academy of Western Art Prix de West Awards. He won in 1980 for The Snake Priest and again in 1988 for Welcome Sundown. The latter, a monumental 12-foot sculpture, stands as a centerpiece at the entryway of the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City.

Williford’s sculptures and artwork are featured in numerous institutional collections worldwide, including:

Collectors and art enthusiasts around the globe continue to cherish his work, keeping his artistic vision alive.

Spanning 325 pages, Hollis Williford – The Crossing at the River offers an in-depth exploration of his creative processes. Readers gain insights into the techniques and artistry he employed to craft masterpieces like Welcome Sundown.

A striking photo within the book captures Williford at work on the Welcome Sundown monument, a testament to his dedication and skill. Today, this iconic sculpture welcomes visitors to the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, symbolizing his enduring impact on the world of art.

For more insights into Hollis Williford’s life and art, explore Hollis Williford – The Crossing at the River, a tribute to an artist who shaped the creative landscape with timeless works of beauty and significance.

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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) thanked the U.S. Senate for passing the Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act. In addition to providing much needed relief to victims of hurricanes, this legislation would provide tax relief for cattle producers who received payments due to wildfires. Previously, these payments counted as taxable income, meaning producers who already suffered from disasters were hurt again by having their relief payments taxed.

The Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act addresses limitations in casualty losses and allows producers to take greater deductions for disaster related losses. Additionally, the bill excludes any payments received due to a “qualified wildfire disaster” from being counted as income for federal tax purposes. The bill also retroactively applies to any wildfire payments received in tax years 2020 through 2025. Producers will have the opportunity to file with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for relief payments received in these previous years.  The complete bill can be reviewed HERE.

Many producers hailed the issuance of a nationwide preliminary injunction blocking the Corporate Transparency Act from being enforced on January 1, 2025. This ruling from the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas protects millions of family farmers and ranchers from onerous reporting requirements imposed by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a division of the U.S. Department of the Treasury.

We’ve talked about The Corporate Transparency Act in great detail a few episodes back and remember that every producers’ situation is different, and this information should not be construed as professional advice. Always consult your attorney and/or tax professional to determine how the Corporate Transparency Act impacts you.  You can go back  and listen to episode 213 for additional information. 

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