The Alabama Ladies Auxiliary Horse Show that was scheduled for May 20th was postponed due to inclement weather. The new show date is June 28th at Baileyton Park in Baileyton, Alabama.

Lexie Stinnett and Chris Helton were united in marriage on May 18, 2023 at the Historic Harrisburg Bridge in Sevierville, Tennessee. The Scoop sends our congratulations to the newlyweds.

Walking for Cancer has added class 27A Park Pleasure. It will take place on June 10th at champions Arena in Shelbyville.

The 12th Annual Walking For The Angels Horse Show has selected Mike Hilley, Jason Hughes and Ryne Parker to judge. The two day horse show will be held at the Bedford County Ag. Center in Shelbyville, TN. June 23-24,2023. For railside parking or sponsorship info please contact Julie Graham 931-808-9447.

 Laura Lester of Gracey, KY and Charles Shepherd of Owensboro, KY announce their engagement. Laura and Charles got engaged on her parent’s, Gary and Joy Lester, farm in Gracey, KY. An intimate wedding is planned for October 13th on Laura’s family’s farm. Congratulations!

Mr. and Mrs. Herschel Blessing announce the engagement of their daughter, Mary Beth Blessing to Lucas Nolen son of Dr. and Mrs. Robert Nolen. The wedding is planned for October 2023 at What a Blessing Farms.

R.V. “Beaver” Young of Sparta, Tennessee passed away on May 16, 2023 at his home surrounded by family. Mr. Young is the father of horse trainer Randy Young. He served his country in the United States Army in Vietnam. Following his military service he was able to fulfill his lifelong passion of training Tennessee Walking
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The Walking Horse Trainers’ Auxiliary Scholarship applications are now being accepted. These are available for both undergraduate and graduate students. For more information, contact Beth Thomas (931-580-6825) or Kari Tisma (678-576-1290). Applications must be received or postmarked by June 15th. The scholarships will be presented at the Money Tree Classic on June 30th.

The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ & Exhibitors’ Association is excited to announce a $2,500 Youth Challenge Cup program for youth who participate in halter classes. The program is sponsored by the Jake Jacobs Family. Youth exhibitors will accumulate points every time they show in a halter class at a TWHBEA affiliated show. Halter classes include
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Kailin and Ethan Graves are proud to announce the arrival of their daughter, Gray Emiline Graves. She entered the world on April 27th at 5:43AM weighing 7lbs 6oz and measured 19 inches in length. The Scoop congratulates the Graves Family on their beautiful baby girl.