The Scoop would like to congratulate Heather Beard, owner of L & M Awards, for her recent purchase of Royal Ribbons and Awards, owned by Keith Johnson of Shelbyville, Tennessee. Because of Keith’s love and involvement in the Tennessee Walking Horse industry, he plans to continue helping, while offering his creative business ideas. L &
[continue reading...]
NASHVILLE, TN- On January 22nd, the National Walking Horse Association held their annual awards’ banquet in conjunction with their judges’ clinic and general meeting. The host venue was the Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport. After recognizing the top five high point winners from 72 divisions, other special awards were presented. There were three Horses
[continue reading...]
Congratulations to the 2021 WHTA Trainers of the Year and Assistant Trainers of the Year Performance Horse Trainer of the Year- John Allan Callaway, presented by his father Allan Callaway. Performance Horse Assistant Trainer of the Year- Sam Martin, presented by Jimmy McConnell. Pleasure Horse Trainer of the Year- Dickie Gardner, presented by Joe Lester.
[continue reading...]
At the recent Walking Horse Trainers’ Association Banquet, the two winning Riders’ Cup trainers received their award for earning the most points. Jimmy McConnell was at the top for performance trainers while Laurie Toone was the leader for pleasure trainers. The Scoop congratulates each one on this outstanding accomplishment.
Molli Beth Hobgood and Nick Price were united in marriage on December 18, 2021 at Fairmount First United Methodist Church. A reception followed at Price Stables where Nick is trainer. The Scoop congratulates the newlyweds.
FAST, Inc. will be hosting a New Year’s Eve gathering called Denim & Diamonds. Wear your denim or diamonds and celebrate the coming New Year with your Walking Horse industry friends. There will be dinner, music, casino fun, auction and so much more. This event will take place December 31st at the Blue Ribbon Circle
[continue reading...]
The WHT Ladies’ Auxiliary held a meeting on Friday, December 10th in conjunction with the Walking Horse Trainers Association’s annual banquet. This hard-working group of ladies elected their new officers for the upcoming show year. Those elected are the same as 2021: President- Sarah Smith; First Vice President- Susan Coleman; Second Vice President- Kari Tisma;
[continue reading...]
