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TWHBEA elects Executive Committee for 2025

The International Board of Directors for the Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders' and Exhibitors' Association met today and elected their Executive Committee for the coming year. The slate that was presented by the Nominating Committee was elected without opposition.
12/8/2024

Member of the Year

12/7/2024

Obituary – Elaine McSwain

Elaine McSwain passed away peacefully at home on December 3, 2024. Elaine was integral in the success of McCar Homes when Dan McSwain decided that he wanted to build homes.    
12/5/2024

2025 Walking Horse Trainers' Board nominations

The nominating committee, Rod Slagle, Chairman, Blaise Broccard and Wayne Dean are presenting the following candidates for Officer and Board openings. These will be voted on at the upcoming banquet in February.
12/5/2024

Rogue status

12/5/2024

Obituary – Royce Ellison

Long-time walking horse owner and breeder, Royce Ellison, a beloved minister, devoted husband, and loving father passed away on December 1, 2024 at the age of 69. With a heart full of love for others and a deep, abiding faith in God, Royce spent over 50 years of his life serving in ministry, guiding countless people with compassion, wisdom, and unwavering dedication.  
12/4/2024

Walker to Speak at TWHBEA Membership Meeting

Kristen Walker, the Associate Director of Public Policy at the Tennessee Farm Bureau, will be the guest speaker for the TWHBEA General Membership Luncheon on Friday, December 6, 2024 at 11am. 
12/3/2024

Obituary — Mona Dean

Mona Faye Horton Dean, 88, of Lizard Lick, passed away November 28, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 28, 1936, in Wake County to the late Earl Horton and Pearl Johnson Horton. 
11/29/2024

Obituary – Eisele Rose Herman

Eisele Rose Herman, age 4, a spirited and vibrant soul was born on Wednesday, February 5, 2020, in Catawba County and departed this life on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Frye Regional Medical Center in Catawba County.
11/27/2024

Dealin' dirty

11/27/2024

Winning weekend

11/26/2024

Family fun

11/25/2024

WHTA Auxiliary WHOO Grant Applications due December 4

The Walking Horse Trainers' Auxiliary will be issuing grants to equine facilities who work with children and adults who have developmental, physical or mental disabilities. Please note that the deadline for applications will be December 4, 2024 to be considered for a grant. 
11/25/2024

Front Nine and Katherine Vaughn represent the Tennessee Walking Horse at UT Homecoming

When you ask a University of Tennessee football fan about homecoming traditions, one might hear several responses ranging from The Hill, Torchbearer, Rocky Top and more will probably be named. The tradition of a Tennessee Walking Horse being exhibited before the game will most likely also be mentioned.
11/24/2024

On The Cover – 11/25/24

11/22/2024