From the first-ever Native Fashion Week to the latest season of Yellowstone, we covered exciting ground in 2024.
The numbers are in, and we’re looking back on the top stories published on cowboysindians.com in 2024. Read on and click around for a look at what stood out to readers across the American West and beyond.
Robert Taylor’s New Territory
We were pleased to feature Robert Taylor on the cover of C&I a second time, just before he saddled up as an elite cattle rancher in Netflix’s Territory.
Indigenous Design Shines At The First-Ever U.S. Native Fashion Week
C&I contributor Kate Nelson (Tlingit) headed to Santa Fe for the first-ever U.S. Native Fashion Week presented by the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts.
The Ultimate Yellowstone Season 5 Refresher
We knew it from past years, and this year was no different: readers couldn’t get enough of Yellowstone. That meant that you were all in on our Season 5 refresher.
Forrie J. Smith Is Headed Back To The Bunkhouse
And you were thrilled to discover that Forrie J. Smith would be returning to Dutton Ranch for “Season 5B” of Yellowstone.
Lonesome Dove At 35
We celebrated the milestone anniversary of the classic miniseries based on Larry McMurtry’s novel.
The Best Dressed Stars At The 2024 CMA Awards
Our fashion connoisseur rounded up her favorite looks from the CMA Awards and spoke with two of the designers behind the country couture.
Voice Of The Prairie: Singer Colter Wall’s Ranch
Colter Wall gave readers a close look at his Saskatchewan ranch and his celebrated cowboy music.
Rodeo Recap: 48th Annual Indian National Finals Rodeo In Las Vegas
As it always does, the INFR delivered on and off the dirt during the 48th annual rodeo hosted at the historic South Point Arena in Las Vegas.
The Real Bass Reeves
Former professor Art T. Burton gave us the rundown on the legendary man that graced our January 2024 issue.
We were always there to celebrate milestones for our favorite stars, and to mourn them when they passed on.
Remembering Cole Brings Plenty
Remembering Kris Kristofferson As A Movie Star
Western Icons Getting Their Stars On The Hollywood Walk Of Fame
Hail And Farewell To Toby Keith
Wes Studi Wins The 2025 Lenfest Spirit Of The American Revolution Award
Reba McEntire Speaks From The Heart At The Western Heritage Awards
Which celebrities, articles, TV shows, movies, and musicians will capture your imaginations in 2025? We can’t wait to find out.
PHOTOGRAPHY: (Cover image) courtesy of National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum
