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We salute our Tennessee Walking Horse medical family

We want to hear from those on the front lines!
4/1/2020

West Tennessee Strawberry Festival postponed

The West Tennessee Strawberry Festival, originally scheduled for May 8, has been postponed due to the Coronavirus. A new date will be announced as soon as it is decided upon. Please contact Vicki Benjamin at 731-694-5188 for questions concerning the event.
3/30/2020

Reminiscing this week, 10 years ago...

Here's a blast from the past! See what was going on in the walking horse world this weekend, 10 years ago...
3/27/2020

Jason Crawhorn injured

Jason Crawhorn of J&T Stables has been training horses for 19 years and this past Wednesday started as any other day...
3/27/2020

Year In Walking Horse is Dedicated to: Claudia Gribbble

Chances are, if you’ve met Claudia Gribble in the past, or have even just been around her, you will remember it — she’s not one you can easily forget. The charismatic 18-year-old who is often described as being equal parts spunk and talent. These two traits combined have earned her spot in walking horse history as this year’s youth rider to which the 2019 Year In Walking Horse book is being dedicated.
3/26/2020

Kentucky Equine Facility COVID-19 Guidelines

The Kentucky Department of Agriculture has issued guidance clarifying compliance with the Governor's order to close all non-essential businesses to the public by 8pm, Thursday, March 26, 2020 for all equine facilities...
3/26/2020

Equine Disease Communication Center Launches Online Equine Coronavirus and COVID-19 Resources

The COVID-19 pandemic has created new challenges for many horse owners. To have a central source for accurate information, The Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) published a Coronavirus resource page on its website featuring items to help horse owners navigate this disease pandemic.
3/26/2020

Trainers' Show Reschedules

The Walking Horse Trainers’ Association Horse Show has been rescheduled to November 19-21 at the Calsonic Arena in Shelbyville, Tennessee. This date was an unanimous decision of the WHTA Trainers’ Show Committee.
3/26/2020

WHTA membership/license deadline extended

The Walking Horse Trainers' Association has extended the deadline for WHTA membership for 30 days. The deadline for dues to be paid is April 20, 2020.
3/26/2020

Strides Against Cancer postpones show

The Strides Against Cancer Show, scheduled for April 25 in Brodhead, Kentucky, has been postponed due to COVID-19. The Report will post the new date as it becomes available. 
3/25/2020

Need to entertain kids at home?

Let's face it we are all in need of a little free entertainment these days whether it be for the kids or ourselves. TWHBEA is here to save the day with a fun activity book for all ages...
3/25/2020

TWHBEA office building closed

While the TWHBEA physical office is closed due to COVID-19 safety regulations, the staff is dedicated to members and here to serve you remotely. During the quarantine period the best methods for communication are as follows...
3/25/2020

TWHBEA youth membership drive–date extended

Due to unpredictable circumstances, the Tennessee Walking Horse Youth Membership Drive will be extended to May 31st. 14 winners will be drawn June 1st. Winners will be announced on Facebook and will receive a $50.00 Visa gift card.
3/25/2020

ReporTV featured video – Tuesday

Check out I'm Copperfield and Kenny Compton's victory pass from the 2013 Celebration! 
3/24/2020

APHIS Administrator shares 2019 impact report

APHIS Administrator Kevin Shea released the APHIS 2019 Impact Report in an email to stakeholders today that outlines the work of USDA-APHIS in the field in 2019. APHIS is responsible for Horse Protection Act enforcement, however this is only a small portion of what APHIS overall is responsible for...
3/24/2020