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Layne Leverette & Sons to host 2nd Annual Celebration BBQ

Layne Leverette & Sons will host their 2nd Annual Celebration BBQ Saturday, August 24, from 11-2:30. Everyone is invited to come eat, fellowship and with some great colts. For more information please call Layne at 931-675-1261.
8/20/2019

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8/20/2019

Meet the Celebration Judges

The challenging task of selecting judges for the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration is one of the toughest jobs the Celebration Board faces each year. It’s a duty that’s taken seriously and done with great deliberation...
8/19/2019

Juarez’s replacement introduces herself; says inspection protocols will 'remain unchanged’

The following letter is from Acting Deputy Administrator Betty Goldentyer. Dr. Goldentyer recently replaced outgoing Deputy Administrator Bernadette Juarez. The letter is an introduction to the industry as well as a preview of inspection protocols for The Celebration, which will remain unchanged...
8/19/2019

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8/16/2019

Celebration prayer meeting scheduled

This year marks the third annual Celebration for Christ get together! One week from today starts the first evening performance of “the greatest show on earth”. Come join together on Thursday, Aug. 22 at 6:00 pm at the Champions Arena bleachers...
8/16/2019

Celebration Reels now available on ReporTV

Get ready for this year's Celebration by enjoying the final three nights of the 2018 Celebration with Celebration Reels now available on ReporTV! Brought to you by The Walking Horse Report and Dean Johnson Video. 
8/16/2019

WHTA Board and General Membership Meeting coming up!

The WHTA Board of Directors will meet Tuesday, August 20, at 4:30 pm. The General Membership meeting will follow at 6:00 pm. Lobbyist, Jeff Speaks, will attend and discuss all legal issues. All interested parties are invited to attend. 
8/15/2019

HSUS files lawsuit aiming to reinstate rule tabled by Trump

The Humane Society of the United States filed a federal lawsuit Wednesday, Aug. 14 against the United States Department of Agriculture in what the HSUS called an attempt to reinstate a final rule that was set aside by the Trump administration back in 2017 that would have banned action devices, pads and eliminated the Horse Industry Organization structure. 
8/15/2019

Equine Obituary – WGC Repeats Color Me In

Raised by Kasey Kesselring, "Whitey" was a once in a lifetime mare that took many children to the Winners Circle safely, including Kailin Kesselring's first set of roses at the Spotted Championships. From a broodmare, to lesson horse at Montverde Academy in Florida, to a safe show ring mount for any level rider...
8/15/2019

Walking Horse Report’s daily papers and office hours

The Celebration is the busiest time of year for Walking Horse Report. We strive to provide the best possible coverage of the industry’s world championship horse show. We will continue to post live results and judges’ cards.
8/15/2019

Neck ribbons to be presented to all winners

In something new to the Celebration this year, beautiful neck ribbons will be presented to winners of each preliminary in 2019. In addition to these, each winner will also receive a bridle blue ribbon. The 81st annual Celebration kicks off Aug. 21 and goes through the end of the month.  
8/14/2019

Obituary – Carl Johnson

Mr. Carl M. Johnson, age 89, a resident of Columbia, passed away Saturday, August 10, 2019 at NHC-Maury Regional Transitional Care Center. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Heritage Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Swango officiating.
8/14/2019

Celebration Live Stream available throughout show

Do you want to be at the 81st annual Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration but can’t make it? Have no fear, because live stream internet is available to anyone not wanting to miss any of the action.

Single night purchases for live stream video fee is $19.99, or a package deal that includes the entire show is available for $89.99. To make your purchase anytime leading up to the show visit the watchtheshowlive.com. 

8/13/2019

NCWHA now accepting scholarship applications

The North Carolina Walking Horse Association (NCWHA) is proud to announce the availability of 2 scholarship opportunities for members of the association, the 2019 NCWHA Lynn Culbreth and Ronald Mosley Memorial Scholarships.
8/12/2019