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Obituary – Melissa Payne Chambers

Melissa Payne Chambers, a beloved resident of Tazewell, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2024 at the age of 71. Born on January 6, 1953, Melissa Chambers, was a cherished member of the community, known for her warm heart, unwavering love for her family, and her deep passion for horses and East Tennessee.
7/12/2024

Cornersville Lions Club schedule correction

The Cornersville Lions Club, scheduled for Friday, July 12, has made a correction to their class schedule. Class 27 will be Amateur Four-Year-Old Stallions, Mares & Geldings. 
7/10/2024

Judges selected for 86th Celebration

The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration has selected Derek Bonner, Jamie Bradshaw, Scotty Brooks, Leigh Stuart and Amy Trimble to judge the upcoming 86th Annual Celebration.  The Celebration will be held August 21-31, 2024 in Cooper Steel and Celebration Arenas over five morning sessions and 11 evening performances.
7/10/2024

Celebration to provide late entry opportunity

The 86th Annual Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration will be held August 21-31, 2024 on its historic show grounds in Shelbyville. Earlier this summer, an entry deadline for preliminary class entries was set for July 23rd at 5:00PM central standard time. This deadline was earlier than in past years by approximately a week. 
7/9/2024

WHTA Auxiliary Supports Education Year after Year

The Walking Horse Trainers’ Association Auxiliary is a national non-profit organization dedicated to charitable organizations. Each year the Auxiliary awards scholarships to any eligible candidate involved with Tennessee Walking Horses who is furthering his/her education. 
7/8/2024

Live from Cornersville Lions Club

ReporTV will be providing live streaming coverage from Cornersville Lions Club, beginning at 6:00 pm on Friday, July 12, 2024. Highlights will be posted the following day.
7/8/2024

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7/4/2024

Supreme Court rulings have potential favorable impact on Tennessee Walking Horse industry

In the last week the Supreme Court of the United States has issued two rulings that could impact the USDA-APHIS’ ability to interpret the Horse Protection Act through rulemaking as well as how they adjudicate enforcement actions.
7/3/2024

WHTA to not host Blue Ribbon Yearling Sale

The Walking Horse Trainers’ Association would like to express their appreciation for the support of the Blue Ribbon Yearling Sale over the past seven years. The Walking Horse Trainers’ Association has made the decision to not have their sale this year and suggests you consider using Prestige Horse Sales Stars of the Future Sale.
7/2/2024

Industry files lawsuit challenging new HPA rule

Below is a summary of the lawsuit filed in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas on July 1st by The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration and owners Kim Lewis and Tom Gould of Texas. 
7/1/2024

Obituary – Bobby Dean Wood

Bobby Dean Wood, beloved husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend, was called from labor to peaceful rest in the arms of his Savior and Lord on June 27, 2024, at his farm in Battlefield, MO. 
7/1/2024

Tune in to ReporTV this week!

ReporTV will provide live streaming coverage from the following shows this week:

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday - Christmas In July - 6:00 pm
Friday - Money Tree Classic - 4:00 
Saturday - Woodbury Lions Club - 5:00 pm

Highlights will be posted the following day. 

7/1/2024

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6/28/2024

Christmas In July postpones start time

The Christmas In July Show, scheduled July 2-4 at the Bedford County Agricultural Center in Shelbyville, TN, has decided to postpone the start time of the event to 6:00 P.M. due to extreme heat that is in the forecast. For more information on this upcoming event contact Carol Missildine at 919-437-6597.
6/27/2024

Jane Hardy Meredith Memorial Scholarship deadline is July 30

Applications are now being accepted for the Jane Hardy Meredith Memorial Scholarship. The deadline for applying is July 30, 2024 and two recipients will be selected to receive $1,000 each. Scholarships will be awarded based on academic performance (1/3), extracurricular activities (1/3), and equine involvement (1/3).
6/26/2024