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Publication Date |
| The United States Department of Agriculture has submitted a new proposed rulemaking concerning the Horse Protection Act to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) for review. According to the federal regulatory agenda, the proposal was received by OIRA on June 23, 2026. |
6/24/2026 |
| Blountville, TN – Registration is open for the St. Jude Walk East Tennessee presented by the East Tennessee Walking Horse Association during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month at 9 a.m. on Saturday September 12, 2026 at Northeast State Community College’s Main Campus in Blountville TN. |
6/24/2026 |
| The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration is pleased to announce the 2026 class schedule following valuable feedback received from owners, trainers, and exhibitors. |
6/23/2026 |
| Ralph Wildon Johnson, age 93, of Shelbyville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on June 20, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. |
6/22/2026 |
| Debra Lynn Roberson Graham, age 71, passed away on June 8, 2026. She was born on September 23, 1954, to Mildred and Robert Sidney “Buck” Roberson. |
6/20/2026 |
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6/19/2026 |
| WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced that Kelly Moore has been selected as the permanent administrator of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), elevating her from the acting role she has held since February. |
6/18/2026 |
| The Walking Horse Trainers Association scholarship application deadline is quickly approaching, July 1st, 2026. |
6/16/2026 |
| The 48th Annual International Grand Championship Walking Horse Show would like to thank the Thorson Family for providing the Thorsport Versatility Cup at the upcoming TWHBEA World Versatility Show, WHOA International Walking Horse Show and NWHA National Show. |
6/16/2026 |
| The “Pick Your Partner” concept has quickly become one of the most fun and engaging ways to raise money for the industry’s legal fund, bringing together riders, trainers, and fans in a unique and spirited competition. This year, the West Virginia Summer Classic will introduce its first-ever Pick Your Partner class, adding an exciting new element to the show while supporting an important cause. The event will be held this weekend, June 19–20. |
6/16/2026 |
| MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – TWHBEA, WHOA and NWHA are proud to announce the inaugural ThorSport Versatility Cup, a new award program designed to recognize competitors who demonstrate excellence across multiple performance disciplines. |
6/15/2026 |
| Cynthia “Cindi” Claunch Todd, age 68 of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2026. A native of Harrodsburg, KY, she was the daughter of William C. Claunch of Versailles, KY and the late Bettie Wampler Claunch. |
6/15/2026 |
| The Walking Horse Trainers’ Association (WHTA) and its Youth Council will manage the WHTA Fireworks & Freedom Horse Show, scheduled for July 1-2 at the Bedford County Agricultural Center. |
6/12/2026 |
| After careful consideration and in the best interest of the Tennessee Walking Horse industry, Julie Graham has announced that she will postpone her planned horse show originally scheduled for July 1-2 at the Bedford County Agricultural Center. |
6/12/2026 |
| The Putnam County Fair Horse Show, scheduled for June 19, 2026, has announced a change to its program. Class 10, Lite Shod Adult O/T, will now be designated as a Riders' Cup class. |
6/12/2026 |