Culpepper & Meriweather Circus owner and big cat man Trey Key get a kiss from Delilah during an impromptu practice session last Thursday afternoon prior to performances at the Houston Area Chamber of Commerce Fairgrounds. Credit: DOUG DAVISON | HOUSTON HERALD

When the Culpepper & Meriweather Circus leaves its hometown of Hugo, Okla., to entertain people around the United States, its attractions include acrobats, horses, music, lights, cotton candy and more.

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Doug Davison is a writer, photographer and newsroom assistant for the Houston Herald. Contact him by phone at 417-967-2000 or by email at ddavison@houstonherald.com.