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Obituary – Randall Ferguson

Randall Lee Ferguson, age 79, of Union Grove, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2019 at Shepherd’s Cove Hospice. 
3/6/2019

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3/1/2019

Rep. DesJarlais urges horse community to rally behind new bill

Representative Scott DesJarlais (R-TN) reintroduced a bill, H.R. 1157, on Feb. 14, to amend the Horse Protection Act. The Congressman says his amendments would eliminate problems associated with subjective inspections and incorporate objective and science-based inspections.
2/28/2019

Obituary - Gen's Impressive Lady

Gen’s Impressive Lady was humanely laid to rest on February 22, 2019 due to complications from a perceived stroke.  She fought a hard fight but, in the end, lost the battle.
2/27/2019

USDA to host another clinic in KY

USDA to host another clinic in KYThe United States Department of Agriculture will host a compliance discussion March 9 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Madison County Fairgrounds (3237 Old Ky. Hwy. 52 Richmond, KY 40475) to cover topics related to the Horse Protection Act and more. 
2/26/2019

COMING SOON: Make up course for SHOW judges

A make-up course for judges, sponsored by the SHOW HIO, who missed the December course is being offered Friday March 22 at 1 p.m. at the Calsonic Arena’s conference room. The course is for SHOW judges who couldn't make the December class and any new judges applicants. 
2/26/2019

Calling All Ladies...

Calling All Ladies...
2/25/2019

Obituary - Dr. Bill Chapman

Dr. Bill Chapman, husband and biggest fan of walking horse owner and exhibitor Jannie Chapman, passed away Feb. 24. Jannie was grateful to be by his side, holding the hand of the love of her life, partner and protector as he peacefully left this world to be with his Lord and savior. 
2/24/2019

Obituary - WGC The Phantom Menace

The Phantom Menace, a legendary Tennessee Walking Horse owned by Thom Meek, sadly passed away Feb. 24. He would have turned 20 next month.
2/24/2019

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2/22/2019

RHBAA honors 2018 champion and prepares for 2019

Members of the Racking Horse Breeders’ Association of America (RHBAA) and oF the Professional Racking Horse Trainers’ Association (PRHTA) converged recently at the Double Tree by Hilton from all over the nation to celebrate 2018 champions and prepared for the 2019 season.
2/22/2019

National Trainers' Show schedule additions

Dean Byard, National Trainers' Horse Show Chairman, announces the following additions to the 2019 National Trainers' Show class schedule...
2/20/2019

KWRHTA supporting the industry

The Kentucky Walking and Racking Horse Association voted at a recent board meeting to support the walking horse industry by making a donation to PSHA Lobbyist, Jeff Speaks...
2/19/2019

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2/15/2019

Rep. DesJarlais Reintroduces Bill to Amend HPA

Representative Scott DesJarlais (R-TN) reintroduced a bill, H.R. 1157, on February 14th, to amend the Horse Protection Act (HPA) that would eliminate the current inconsistent and subjective inspection methods and replace them with objective, science-based inspections.
2/15/2019