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WHTA Youth Council to Manage Fireworks & Freedom Horse Show

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

Julie Graham Announces Support for Walking Horse Trainers' Association Event

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

Putnam County Fair Horse Show Announces Riders' Cup Class Addition

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

Changes to the 2026 Horse of the Year program

The Walking Horse Trainers’ Association would like to announce some important changes to the 2026 Horse of the Year Program. World Champions and World Grand Champions will still be automatic nominees however, the program has done away with the three show requirement and has increased the number of nominees in each division from five to eight. 
6/11/2026

Judges Announced for the 2026 International Grand Championship

The Walking Horse Owners' Association is pleased to announce the Judging Panel for the 48th Annual International Grand Championship. The following three individuals were selected through online voting by current WHOA members.
6/11/2026

Emphasis to be placed on horses entering ring

Effective June 30th with The Prodigy qualifiers, SHOW judges will be reinstating and enforcing the rule of horses entering the ring at a flat walk and proceeding past a set marker so the horse’s way of going can be evaluated for locomotion.  The increased emphasis on the rule came as a result of a meeting between the SHOW Judges’ Committee and the Walking Horse Trainers’ Association Task Force. 
6/11/2026

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6/11/2026

Obituary – Chris Helton

The Report wishes to extend sympathy to owner and exhibitor, Terry Lowman, on the loss of her son, Chris Helton. Thoughts and prayers are with Terry and Chris’s family during this time.
6/10/2026

SHOW to conduct training and continuing education for licensed judges

The SHOW HIO will host its annual judges training and continuing education on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Myatt Manor Stables.  This will be the first continuing education for judges to happen during the season instead of prior to the season. 
6/10/2026

Shelbyville Tennis Club Horse Show adds class

The Shelbyville Tennis Club Horse Show that will be held on June 19, 2026, at the Bedford County Agriculture Center in Shelbyville, Tennessee, has added Class 16a, which will be Amateur Five & Under Lite-Shot, Optional Tack.
6/10/2026

Obituary – Robert Holt Hauk

Robert Holt Hauk, 83, of Kingsport, TN passed away peacefully at home June 9, 2026. Born on February 15th, 1943, he lived a life marked by kindness, devotion, hard work, and devotion to those he loved. His love and dedication will be remembered and treasured by all who knew him.
6/9/2026

Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration Releases 2026 Tentative Class Sheet

SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration is pleased to announce the release of the tentative class sheet for the 2026 Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration, scheduled for August 26 through September 5, 2026, in Shelbyville, Tennessee.
6/9/2026

Obituary – Paula Meagher Sensing

Paula Meagher Sensing was born on March 16, 1940, and went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 5, 2026. 
6/8/2026

Obituary – James Lee “Jimmy” Norris

James Lee “Jimmy” Norris, age 67, of Shelbyville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 7, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer.
6/8/2026

2026 EquiSkill Challenge Cup Pattern Released

The 2026 EquiSkill Challenge Cup pattern has officially been released for exhibitors preparing to compete this season.
6/6/2026