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The 6th Annual Turner Parker Horse Show

Aug 22nd, 2023 | By

The Turner Parker Horse Show will take place on September 16, 2023. All proceeds from this show will be donated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, TN! If you would like to be a sponsor/donate or donate a silent auction item please contact 256-443-7556!



Horses Pre-Entered up 20% for 2023 International

Jul 20th, 2023 | By

We greatly appreciate everyone taking the time to make their horse entries by the deadline using our new online entry system! We are proud to announce pre-entries for horses are up 20% over the total number of horses shown at last year’s International! THANK YOU!!!     Adds & Scratches for Class Entries must be made by
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WHOA International Grand Championship Camper/Stall Info

Jul 17th, 2023 | By

All camper spots and stalls have been reserved for the 45th Annual International Grand Championship. For the first time ever, all 525 stalls are reserved. WHOA will have all reservations assigned to stalls and campers by Friday, July 14th. If anyone needs to cancel camper or stall reservations, contact 615-494-8822.  



Equine Obituary – Fly Dragonfly

Jul 17th, 2023 | By

Dr. Shannon Harr of Olive Hill, Kentucky has announced the passing of his 2022 World Grand Champion Fly Dragonfly. The nine year old stallion was humanely euthanized on Thursday, June 29th, due to severe complications of colic. He was trained by Formac Stables. Harr purchased his contender in 2020. Fly Dragonfly was shown in amateur
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WHTA Auxiliary Awards Scholarships

Jul 17th, 2023 | By

The WHTA Auxiliary works hard throughout the year, promoting the Walking Horse industry and giving back to the community. One way this is done is through their generous scholarships. The scholarship candidates must be involved with Tennessee Walking Horses and furthering his/her education. Each application is professionally evaluated and scored by several qualified professionals. Beth
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SUPERIOR STABLES OPENS FACILITY

Jul 17th, 2023 | By

Nick Plafcan and Justin Legate announce their partnership and the opening of Superior Stables. They would like to welcome everyone to stop by and visit their location down the road from Nearest Green Distillery on HWY 231N.



WHOA Presents All Day Pleasure Challenge

Jul 17th, 2023 | By

WHOA PRESS RELEASE: Monday, July 10, 2023 The team that brought you The Maiden Championship is proud to present The All Day Pleasure Challenge! “The Challenge” will be a test of skill and correctness of the Junior All Day Pleasure horse. Entries will compete in a 3-part series at the WHOA International Grand Championship consisting
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WAY JOINS MANE MOTION STABLES

Jul 17th, 2023 | By

Mickey McCormick is pleased to announce the addition of Chad Way and Chava Fernandez to the Mane Motion Stables training team. Mane Motion Stables is located on HWY 64W in Shelbyville, Tennessee. Contact information: 931-703-9997



TWHBEA Announces Judges

Jul 17th, 2023 | By

The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ and Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) has released the names of the judges for their upcoming shows in July and August. Sarah Jane Martin and Ashlyn Avent will judge the World Versatility Championship, scheduled for July 20 and 21 at Miller Coliseum in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The pre-entry deadline for the World Versatility
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Obituary – Butch Pendarvis

Jul 17th, 2023 | By

Carol Gordon “Butch” Pendarvis, age 79, of Shelbyville, Tennessee, passed from this life on Friday, June 30, 2023 at home under the care of his family and Hospice Compassus after an extended illness. Born March 21, 1944, in Adel, Georgia, Butch was the son of the late Gordon & Vesta Fletcher Pendarvis. Butch was a
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