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The Heart of the Story: Historic hunting dogs

By Gary MetivierBrian Weckerly,

3 days ago

Our Quad Cities News is partnering with award-winning journalist Gary Metivier for The Heart of the Story. Each week, Gary showcases inspiring stories of everyday people doing cool stuff, enjoying their hobbies, and living life to the fullest. Stories that feature the best of the human condition.

Come along as friends and family gather to celebrate a man behind historic wins in the world of hunting dog field trials. Gary Metivier introduces us to Loyd Bozeman in The Heart of the Story.

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