Willy the Texas rodeo goat, on the lam for weeks, has been found safe

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Published August 2, 2023 2:59 PM

By JUAN A. LOZANO
Associated Press

HOUSTON (AP) — Willy the rodeo goat has lassoed the hearts of residents in a rural South Texas county ever since she escaped from an animal enclosure July 15. She was finally found Monday. Residents in Willacy County had searched for her on horses, all-terrain vehicles and by drone. Local businesses had donated 90 prizes and gifts worth $5,000 in total to be given to whoever found her. A 16-year-old and and his friend caught Willy after spotting her in a wooded area. The search for Willy brought national attention to the county about 300 miles southwest of Houston that has about 20,000 residents.

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