Ogle County Revokes Permit For Rancho La Esperanza

OREGON — The Ogle County Zoning Committee unanimously voted to revoke the special use permit for Rancho La Esperanza at 16989 E. Ritchie Road, where controversial steer tailing events had been held. Animal rights activists raised concerns about activities during rodeos at the site and alleged abuse involving cattle and horses. The committee’s action removes the special use permit for the property following ongoing public scrutiny of the events.