Mr. Roger Lewis Nichols, 82, of Mt. Airy passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2018 on his 63rd wedding anniversary at the Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson. He was born in Surry County on August 25, 1935 to the late Roger Nathan and Nell Gentry Nichols. He was a graduate of White Plains
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Jose’s Centerfold was humanely laid to rest following complications from colic on Thursday, March 15, 2018. The beautiful World Grand Champion mare was sired by Jose’ Jose’ and out of Tarheel’s Supreme Colors. She was foaled on October 5, 2005 to Bob Rollins. Bill Williams noticed her talent very quickly and began her training under
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Terry and Dot Rider of Corinth, Mississippi have announced the passing of Reserve World Champion Arriba. Arriba was laid to rest on March 19, 2018. The beautiful gelding was sired by Ted Williams and his dam was Prides Silver Mist. He was foaled on March 14, 2009. Arriba had a wonderful show career. He was
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The Lynchburg Horse Show, which has traditionally been held at Wiseman Park, will now be held at the Coffee County Show Grounds in Manchester, Tennessee. The show will be held on July 21st. Judging the event will be Sam Sorrell. The proceeds from this year’s show will benefit the Tri County Student Anglers with members
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Terry Dotson of Winding Creek Stables will host an open clinic on April 4, 2018 in Kingston, Tennessee. Shelbyville was recently the site for a USDA training session and open shoeing clinic held in conjunction with the SHOW HIO. Dotson, who currently serves as chairman of the Performance Show Horse Association, felt it was important
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The Future Farmers of America (FFA) is an organization in high schools across the United States that promotes all aspects of the agriculture industry. Dickie Gardner Stables was thrilled when the Clarkdale FFA Chapter officers made a “Farm Call” visit to his training facility. The Clarkdale Chapter is from Meridian, Mississippi.
The WHTA (Walking Horse Trainers’ Association) has announced the adoption of a new penalty structure for the 2018 show season. The new penalty matrix will be effective beginning March 22, 2018, the first day of the National Trainers’ Show. WALKING HORSE TRAINERS ASSOCIATION PENALTY MATRIX VIOLATIONS AND SUSPENSIONS A. AFFECTED INDIVIDUALS/BARNS/STABLE AND/OR ALL WHTA LICENSED
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Hi Ladies, I want to welcome you all, old and new to the WHT Auxiliary! We are thrilled you have chosen to join us and help us with the many great efforts we stand for. We have the Trainers’ Show Silent Auction coming up. Remember that we need items donated and need members to help
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The Joel Nipper Family of Cleveland, Tennessee has announced the passing of their beloved Tennessee Walking Horse Popcorn Pusher. Popcorn Pusher was sired by Pushers High Score and out of a Prides’ Generator mare. The beautiful gelding began his show career in 2002 with Raegan Thompson directing him to many blues in the Youth 11
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Walking Horse trainer and industry supporter Willie James Cook, Jr. entered his eternal rest on March 2, 2018. He was 52 years old. His parents Willie “Flip” Cook and Esther Horton Cook preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife, Shere’ Owens Cook, his children Jessica Cook, Willie Cook, III and Connor Cook, his grandson
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