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| Most everyone reading this has never heard the name Robert Carter; however, if you’ve been a subscriber or reader of Walking Horse Report you have seen and appreciated his work for some 48 years. Having retired from the Dabora, Inc. family late last year, Carter began with the Report in 1980. |
2/25/2026 |
| The Christmas in July Horse Show is scheduled for July 1–2, 2026, and will be held at the Bedford County Ag Center in Shelbyville, Tennessee. Show management has selected Chad Adams, Derek Bonner, and Ryne Parker to serve as the judging panel for the two-night event. |
2/25/2026 |
| The Southern Belle, scheduled for April 2–4 in Cleveland, Tennessee, has announced its judging panel for the 2026 event. Jason Bachert, Brad Gregory, and Justin Miller will mark the cards for the three-day show. |
2/23/2026 |
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2/20/2026 |
| The National Trainers’ Show is proud to announce that Amber Zahnd, Ryne Parker and Johnny Puckett will mark the cards for this years’ event. The 58th Annual National Trainers’ Show, hosted by the Walking Horse Trainers’ Association, will be held March 26-28, 2026, in Cooper Steel Arena in Shelbyville, Tennessee. |
2/19/2026 |
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2/19/2026 |
| Honor Of The Ritz was humanely laid to rest on February 12, 2026. Bred by Lavon Tyson, Honor Of The Ritz was first owned by the partnership of Riddley and Tyson before being purchased as a three-year-old by Chavigny Beasley. |
2/18/2026 |
| The Sticky City Classic is scheduled for April 11, 2026, at the Fayette County Multipurpose Complex. Show management has selected Amy Trimble to mark the cards for the event. Make plans now to attend and support this upcoming spring show. |
2/18/2026 |
| Our hearts are heavy as we share that one of our own has suffered a devastating loss due to a barn fire on February 15, 2026— a disaster resulting in the loss of 36 horses, tack, and more. |
2/18/2026 |
| The deadline to pay dues and be eligible to show in WHTA Auxiliary Classes in 2026 is March 1. Please include a membership form with your dues. |
2/17/2026 |
| At Equine Surgical Center at ThorSport Farm, we are looking forward to helping our customers reach their breeding and reproductive goals with their horses. Whether you’re planning your first breeding season or fine-tuning an advanced program, we’re here to support your vision every step of the way. |
2/16/2026 |
| The Walking Horse Report has learned that Callicutt Stables suffered a devastating barn fire yesterday. While thankfully no human lives were lost, several horses were tragically lost in the incident. |
2/16/2026 |
| The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders’ & Exhibitors’ Association (TWHBEA) is proud to announce the second year of the Equestrian Star Program, an initiative designed to recognize and celebrate the rising stars of the Tennessee Walking Horse industry. |
2/16/2026 |
| The Walking Horse Trainers’ Association celebrated a milestone this year as the 58th Annual WHTA Awards Banquet honored the Tennessee Walking Horse and the unforgettable moments of the 2025 show season. |
2/14/2026 |
| Mary Ann Blessing, age 67, went home to be with the Lord on February 12, 2026, in Bristol, Tennessee. Born in Rockville, Maryland, Mary Ann lived a life marked by unwavering faith, quiet strength, and tireless service to others. |
2/14/2026 |