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• Final Class Schedule Released for The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration

  SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration (TWHNC) is proud to announce the official class schedule for the upcoming 87th Annual Celebration, which will be held August 20–30, 2025, in Shelbyville, Tennessee. Read More

• Equine Obituary – Cash Lotto

  On June 24, 2025, we said goodbye to our beloved RWC horse, Cash Lotto. Affectionately known as "Cash," he was owned by Carson Mills of Harrodsburg, Kentucky, and spent many years competing throughout Middle Tennessee with an impressive and successful show career.Cash  Read More

• Equine Obituary – Sky Jam

  Foaled in 1999 by The Skywatch and out of a Delight of Pride mare, Sky Jam—a big, black, beautiful horse—made a lasting impression within the Tennessee Walking Horse industry. From the beginning, he carried a presence that turned heads and left his mark in every show ring he entered. Read More

• Obituary – HT Derickson

  The Walking Horse Report was saddened to learn of the passing of HT Derickson. We extend our heartfelt condolences and prayers to his family during this difficult time. A full obituary will be shared once it becomes available. Read More

• Equine Obituary – The Perfect Hawk

  It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of The Perfect Hawk, a remarkable stallion whose legacy has left an indelible mark on the Walking Horse industry. Born on May 7, 2003, in Bowling Green, Kentucky, Hawk was sired by Pusher’s Black Hawk and out of the show pleasure mare, Papa’s Miss Perfect.
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• Judges Announced for the 2025 International Grand Championship

  MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Walking Horse Owners’ Association (WHOA) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 47th Annual International Grand Championship, set for July 15–26, 2025, at Tennessee Miller Coliseum in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The three-judge panel was selected by online vote of current WHOA members: Read More

• Walking For Angels Class Update

  The 14th Annual Walking For The Angels Horse Show is excited to announce several additions to its class schedule, offering even more opportunities for exhibitors to shine. Read More

• Christmas in July Class Update

  An important update has been announced for Class 91 at the Christmas in July Horse Show. Originally listed as “Debut Mares & Geldings,” the class will now be open to Debut ALL Two-Year-Olds- including Mares, Stallions, and Geldings. Exhibitors are encouraged to take note of this revision when planning entries. Read More

• OIG completes review of APHIS HPA inspections

  WASHINGTON — The Office of Inspector General (OIG) initiated a review of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Horse Protection Act (HPA) inspections and disqualification process following the 2024 Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration. Read More

• Comer Statement on USDA IG’s Review of Tennessee Walking Horse Competition Inspections

  WASHINGTON—Today, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) released a statement supporting key findings and recommendations outlined in the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Inspector General’s examination of the inspection process at Tennessee Walking Horse competitions. Read More