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Update on Larry Russell

The Walking Horse Report has recently learned that walking horse owner, Larry Russell had a full knee replacement on Tuesday September 15, 2020 at the Williamson Medical Center in Franklin, Tennessee.
9/17/2020

U.S. House Committee Overwhelmingly Passes Horseracing Anti-Doping Compromise

On September 9, 2020, the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee passed H.R. 1754, the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act led by U.S. Reps. Paul Tonko, D-N.Y., and Andy Barr, R-Ky., that is now poised to advance to the House floor following a bipartisan vote of 46 to 5.
9/17/2020

WHOA announces changes for Fall shows

Due to the Corona-19 virus a few shows have cancelled their plans for the 2020 fall season...
9/17/2020

Obituary – Lloyd Cassidy

Lloyd David Cassidy, 68, of Mt. Sterling passed away September 14, 2020 at St. Joseph East Hospital Lexington. He was born December 15, 1951 to the late Lloyd L. and Margaret Hickey Cassidy. He was the owner of Gateway Tool and Die and a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church. 
9/16/2020

Humane Society CEO makes $400,000

There are two kinds of problem solvers: Those who actually want to solve the problem, and those who simply want to make money on the existence of the problem–without actually solving the problem. Unfortunately, some charities fall into the latter camp, where they essentially become fundraising operations...
9/14/2020

Tunica Fall Classic moves to Calsonic Arena

Due to restrictions placed on the Paul Battle Jr. Arena and the resort casinos in Tunica, the Fall Classic will be held in Calsonic Arena on its’ regular dates of November 5th through 7th. After working with the arena and possible host resorts the Celebration Board has decided to take a hiatus from hosting the show in Tunica, Mississippi for this year. 
9/14/2020

Trainers' Show judging panel update

Earlier this week, the Trainers’ Show announced their judging panel for their show in October. Ross Campbell was on the original slate,  but is now unable to judge the show. Jerry Collier from Rogersville, Alabama will take his place and join Robert Cortner and Mike Hilley.
9/10/2020

Master’s Razzle And Jazz and John Allan Callaway – your 2020 Tennessee Walking Horse World Grand Champions!

Winners were crowned. Emotions for riders, trainers and owners ranged from delirious happiness to the depths of disappointment.
9/6/2020

Interview with John Allan Callaway

In the interview that follows, John Allan Callaway shares his thoughts after winning the Tennessee Walking Horse World Grand Championship class with Master's Razzle and Jazz...
9/6/2020

Jose’ Revival remains undefeated on Friday evening

The electricity and anticipation intensified as the second night of world grand championship competition at the 82nd Annual Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration welcomed 13 classes to the big oval at Maverick Arena Friday night. 
9/5/2020

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9/5/2020

Interview with Pam Russell

In the interview that follows, Pam Russell shares her thoughts after winning the Owner-Amateur Five-Year-Old World Grand Championship on Friday evening...
9/5/2020

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9/4/2020

Spotlights shine on Thursday night as Joe Lester and EquiKnox Stables each claim trio of roses

Tradition is revered at the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration and the  82nd edition is no exception. A time-honored tradition is the second Thursday night is special as the start of three nights of world grand championship competition.
9/4/2020

Interview with Emma Wright

In the interview that follows, Emma Wright shares her thoughts following her second world grand championship ride with Extra Special Jose'..
9/4/2020