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3/20/2026

SCWHA announces class changes and ETWHA affiliation update

The SCWHA and The Florence Charity Horse Show, scheduled for May 1–2, have announced the following updates to their class programs.
3/19/2026

TWHBEA to Honor Carol Wakefield with Retirement Celebration

The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ & Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) will host a retirement celebration in honor of Carol Wakefield on Saturday, March 28, 2026. The event will take place from 4:00–6:00 p.m. at the Blue Ribbon Circle on the Celebration Grounds in Shelbyville, Tennessee.
3/19/2026

USDA Hosts Open House on Horse Protection Act Enforcement

Deputy Administrator Bernadette Juarez outlines 2026 enforcement priorities and industry collaborationThe United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently hosted an open house to discuss enforcement of the Horse Protection Act (HPA), with Deputy Administrator Bernadette Juarez providing updates on enforcement priorities and procedures for 2026.
3/16/2026

Rep. Pat Marsh presents resolution honoring Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration champion

 NASHVILLE, Tenn. –  The Tennessee House of Representatives this week presented a resolution honoring Justified Honors, the first Tennessee Walking Horse in history to win the World Grand Championship four times at the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration in Shelbyville.
3/15/2026

Equine Obituary – Lined Walkin'

On February 27, 2026, 7xWGC and 6xWC Lined Walkin’ was humanely laid to rest at Joe Fleming Stables. Lined Walkin’ was owned and dearly loved by the Beth Beasley family.
3/15/2026

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3/13/2026

Equine Obituary – Incredible Machine

On March 8, 2026, RWGC Incredible Machine passed away following complications from colic. Incredible Machine was sired by Jose’ Jose’ and out of an Out On Parole mare named I’m Honey On Parole. Bred by the late Tommy Vinson of Columbus, Mississippi, Incredible Machine was brought to Abernathy Stables on a stock trailer with another talented colt by the name of Gin A’Mighty.
3/9/2026

Obituary – Judy Keeton Pierce

Judy Keeton Pierce, age 83, of Shelbyville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026.Judy was born to Robbie McGregor Keeton and was lovingly adopted and raised by Lawrence Keeton, who she knew as her father. She was known for her strength, her vibrant personality, and her deep love for family and friends. Though small in stature, she was truly a “dynamite in a small package.”
3/5/2026

FAST Spring Showcase Announces Judges

The FAST Spring Showcase is happy to announce that Jeanette Baucom, Keegan Arrington-Meadows and Link Webb will mark the cards for this year’s show.
3/4/2026

New entry system for the 2026 show season

The online entry system is set up and ready to go for the upcoming WHTA National Trainers' Show.This year, along with The Celebration, the Horse Spot online entry system will be utilized. 
3/3/2026

Obituary-Billy Roy Murray

Billy Roy Murray, of Shelbyville, passed away on Thursday, February 26th, 2026 at his home, at the age of 83. Billy was born in Tullahoma to the late William Murray and Mary Petty Roll. He served his country proudly in the United States Navy, and went on to work as an Electronics Technician at Bell South which later became ATT.
2/27/2026

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2/26/2026

Obituary – Robert Carter

Most everyone reading this has never heard the name Robert Carter; however, if you’ve been a subscriber or reader of Walking Horse Report you have seen and appreciated his work for some 48 years. Having retired from the Dabora, Inc. family late last year, Carter began with the Report in 1980.
2/25/2026

Christmas In July selects Judges

The Christmas in July Horse Show is scheduled for July 1–2, 2026, and will be held at the Bedford County Ag Center in Shelbyville, Tennessee. Show management has selected Chad Adams, Derek Bonner, and Ryne Parker to serve as the judging panel for the two-night event.
2/25/2026