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United States Senator Mitch McConnell awarded Reese L. Smith, Jr., Distinguished Service Award

Each year the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ & Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) awards the Reese L. Smith, Jr., Distinguished Service Award at its annual banquet.  Due to a conflict with this year’s recipients schedule the presentation of the award was delayed until recently in Washington, D.C.
4/16/2024

TWHNC sets new policy for RV spots

For the 86th Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration there will be a new policy for reserving RV spots. Camping on-site continues to be a popular option for Celebration fans, and The Celebration wants to maximize that experience. The Celebration is excited to announce that it will have all new shower houses for each of its three RV Parks for the 86th Celebration. 
4/16/2024

Spring Extravaganza adds classes

The Spring Extravaganza, scheduled for April 27-28, 2024, has added additional classes to their schedule...
4/16/2024

Obituary – Kerry Huckaby

Kerry Blaine Huckaby, 57, died Monday, April 8, 2024 in Columbia...
4/15/2024

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4/12/2024

Judges For Christmas In July

The Christmas In July Show will be held July 2-4, 2024 at the Bedford County Agricultural Center in Shelbyville, TN. 
4/11/2024

Chad Spencer named BCAT Pat Summit Coach of the Year

Walking Horse owner and exhibitor, Chad Spencer is the head women’s basketball coach at Moore County High School. Spencer led his Raiderette team to the Class 1A State Championship game earlier this year, finishing as the runner-up.  
4/10/2024

YIWH Dedication: Khloe Aymett McSwain

Confidence. Concentration. Control. Consistency. Competitiveness. Character.

Whenever anyone talks about the riding ability of Khloe McSwain those “C” words are part of the conversation. Whether riding in the ring on a Tennessee Walking Horse or competing in show jumping events, Khloe is always centered on the challenge of competition.

4/9/2024

Ocoee Spring Fling adds class

The Ocoee Spring Fling, scheduled for April 19-20, 2024, at the Tri-State Exhibition Center in McDonald, Tennessee, is adding a class on Friday night. Class 14a will be the Youth Auxiliary Performance Riders 17 and Under. They are also making the Model class a Riders’ Cup class. Judging the show will be Chad Adams, Keith Blackburn and Claire Hankins.
4/8/2024

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4/5/2024

Amended Complaint Filed in Wrights v. USDA

Torridon Law PLLC filed an amended complaint in the United States District Court for the Western District of Tennessee on Wednesday April 3, 2024.  The original complaint was filed on March 11, 2024.  The USDA has 60 days to respond to the complaint filed by Torridon Law PLLC.
4/4/2024

Celebration makes plans for Spring Fun Show; Announces Judges

The 54th Annual Spring Fun Show will be held May 23-25, 2024, in Cooper Steel Arena on the historic show grounds of the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration. Judging the Spring Fun Show will be Jamie Bradshaw, Mike Hilley and Dickie Scrivner.
4/4/2024

Equine Obituary – A Superbowl MVP

The Report has learned of the passing of World Champion and Reserve World Grand Champion A Superbowl MVP. 
4/4/2024

Equine Obituary – Jose’s Red Rock

The Walking Horse Report has learned that World Champion Jose’s Red Rock has passed away. We are very sorry to hear and send our thoughts and prayers to the Snappwood Farm barn family and owner, Jimbo Conner, of Sevierville, Tennessee.
4/3/2024

YIWH Dedication: The Bob Adcock Family

One of the best parts of the history of the Tennessee Walking Horse is the families who own, show and support the breed. Inevitably in the process, friends are made, and they become “family.” You see them at every horse show. They come to support you and the breed that brings everyone together.
4/2/2024