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VOLUME 30 – ISSUE 10 – JUNE 29, 2026
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- ST. JUDE WALK EAST TENNESSEE SET FOR SEPTEMBER 12
- 88TH ANNUAL TENNESSEE WALKING HORSE NATIONAL CELEBRATION CLASS SHEET
- ANNOUNCING THE BIRTH OF SLADE ALEXANDER KINCAID
- THORSPORT VERSATILITY CUP
- OBITUARY – RALPH WILDON JOHNSON
- KY WHOA SHOW RESCHEDULES
- ANNOUNCING THE ENGAGEMENT OF KAMERON NEWSOME & MARIAH MOORE
- WHTA Scholarship Deadline Approaching
- Obituary – Debra Lynn Roberson Graham
- Ross Campbell Selected as Judge for 8th Annual TWHYA Summer Splash Horse Show
News
USDA Gives Outline of Mandatory Penalties
A stakeholders conference call was held on Tuesday, June 5, at 4:00 p.m. EDT. Dr. Chester Gipson and Dr. Rachel Cezar conducted the call which outlines the mandatory penalties that will be published in the Federal Registry on Thursday, June 7, 2012, and will go into effect on Monday, July 9, 2012. Dr. Cezar presented[continue reading...]
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Registration is now open for the 2026 St. Jude Walk East Tennessee, presented by the East Tennessee Walking Horse Association (ETWHA). The event will take place on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 9 a.m. at Northeast State Community College’s Main Campus in Blountville, Tennessee, in recognition of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The St. Jude Walk
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The wait is over! The 88th Annual Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration has officially released its final class sheet for the 2026 Celebration, set for August 26–September 5 in Shelbyville, Tennessee. Whether you’re making plans to attend, support exhibitors, or simply count down the days until the industry’s biggest event, now is the time to
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Claire and Bryce Kincaid are overjoyed to announce the arrival of their son, Slade Alexander Kincaid. Their hearts are full as they welcome this precious new blessing into the world. Slade has already brought endless love, happiness, and excitement to his family, and they look forward to watching him grow while making countless cherished memories
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MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – TWHBEA, WHOA and NWHA are proud to announce the inaugural ThorSport Versatility Cup, a new award program designed to recognize competitors who demonstrate excellence across multiple performance disciplines. The program encourages competitors to broaden their participation, enhance their horsemanship and showmanship skills, and pursue success across a variety of classes. The ThorSport
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Ralph Wildon Johnson, age 93, of Shelbyville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on June 20, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Born on July 31, 1932, in Resaca, Georgia, Ralph lived a remarkable life defined by service, hard work, adventure, faith, and devotion to family. Ralph proudly served his country in the
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The WHOA Show Series scheduled for May 23 in Brownsville, KY has been rescheduled for October 31st, 2026. Please make this change on your calendar and make plans to support the show.
Mariah Moore and Kameron Newsome are excited to announce their engagement. Surrounded by the love and support of family and friends, the couple is looking forward to this special season of their lives as they prepare for their future together. Mariah and Kameron are grateful for the memories they have already shared and are excited
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The Walking Horse Trainers’ Association Scholarship application deadline is July 1, 2026, and time is running out! Interested applicants are encouraged to visit the WHTA website to review the scholarship requirements and download an application. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Kailin Graves at whtrainers@gmail.com or (931) 808-0955. Be sure to
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Debra Lynn Roberson Graham, age 71, passed away on June 8, 2026. She was born on September 23, 1954, to Mildred and Robert Sidney “Buck” Roberson. Debbie was a graduate of Fayette Academy and later earned her degree from Lambuth College. She devoted her life to education and spent 43 years shaping young minds as
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The Tennessee Walking Horse Youth Association (TWHYA) is proud to announce that Ross Campbell of Cullman, Alabama, has been selected to judge the 8th Annual TWHYA Summer Splash Horse Show, set for Friday, June 12, 2026, at Champions Arena on the Celebration Grounds in Shelbyville, Tennessee. The Summer Splash Horse Show is entirely planned and
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RWGC Sweet Georgia Ritz was laid to rest on Friday, April 17, 2026. He found his home and people with the Brown Family & Supremacy Show Horses. He was loved and had the best team of people who believed in him. Page and Addie Brown, Bryant and Macy Norwood, the Supremacy barn family, farrier, Blake
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The 58th Annual National Trainers’ Show took place on March 26th–28th at Cooper Steel Arena. The Trainers’ Association chose the Tony Rice Center as its benefit charity. Dee Cantrell and Carlyle Johnson, co-chairmen of the show, presented the donation to Chris Clay, Board of Directors representative; Cody Harris, Executive Director and Sam Hillis, Clinical Director
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Dear Management of Horse Shows, Exhibitions, Sales, and Auctions (Management), Horse Industry Organizations and Associations (HIOs), and Designated Qualified Persons (DQPs): At the start of this year, I committed to strengthening USDA’s engagement with you and enhancing our oversight of the DQP program. I want to thank you for the meaningful engagement we have had
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Cornersville Class Sheet PDF
Planning is underway for our TWHYA Summer Splash Horse Show, the biggest youth fundraiser of the year! It’ll be held Friday night, June 12 in Champions Arena and will once again be a double-point Riders Cup show. There are plenty of opportunities for youth members who would like to get involved. We’d love your help—whether
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Show Results
Celebration Fall Classic Results Celebration Fall Classic Results
PWHAT Fun Show ResultsPWHAT Fun Show Results
EAST TN Spring Fling ResultsEAST TN Spring Fling Results
Fast Spring Showcase ResultsFast Spring Showcase Results
National Trainers’ Show ResultsTrainers’ Show Results
United Fall Finale ResultsUnited Fall Finale Results
Celebration Fall Classic ResultsCelebration Fall Classic Results
Appalachian Championship ResultsAppalachian Championship Results
North Carolina Championship ResultsNorth Carolina Championship Results
SCWHA Championship ResultsSCWHA Championship Results
Kentucky Celebration ResultsKentucky Celebration Results
Buckeye Classic ResultsBuckeye Classic Results
The Classic – Belfast ResultsThe Classic – Belfast Results
Germantown Charity ResultsGermantown Charity Results
ETWHA LADIES AUXILIARY ResultsETWHA LADIES AUXILIARY Results
Obituaries
OBITUARY – RALPH WILDON JOHNSON Ralph Wildon Johnson, age 93, of Shelbyville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on June 20, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Born on July 31, 1932, in Resaca, Georgia, Ralph lived a remarkable life defined by service, hard work, adventure, faith, and devotion to family. Ralph proudly served his country in the
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Debra Lynn Roberson Graham, age 71, passed away on June 8, 2026. She was born on September 23, 1954, to Mildred and Robert Sidney “Buck” Roberson. Debbie was a graduate of Fayette Academy and later earned her degree from Lambuth College. She devoted her life to education and spent 43 years shaping young minds as
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RWGC Sweet Georgia Ritz was laid to rest on Friday, April 17, 2026. He found his home and people with the Brown Family & Supremacy Show Horses. He was loved and had the best team of people who believed in him. Page and Addie Brown, Bryant and Macy Norwood, the Supremacy barn family, farrier, Blake
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Olivia “Gail” Price Anderson, 86, of Fairmount, passed away from this earthly life on Friday, March 27, 2026, at The Oaks in Fairmount, Georgia. Gail Andersoon was born on February 24, 1940, the daughter of the late John W (Curly) Crittendon, and Sarah Appy Crittendon; in addition to her parents, she was preceded in death
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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 Chavigney Beasley. His early career began under the direction of Michael and Casey Wright at Wright Stables,
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Robert Wayne “Bud” Moore, 86, of Seagrove Beach, FL passed away at his Bit and Spur farm in Lynnville, TN on February 2, 2026. He was dedicated, working 12 hour days, 7 days a week for the first 40 years of his adult life. He was extraordinarily generous, gracious, and thoughtful. He was loving and
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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. Mary Ann was married for 43 years to her devoted husband, Herschel Blessing, with whom she
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On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, the Lord called Jack Pirkle home after a battle with cancer. A Funeral Service was held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Trinity United Methodist Church. Reverend Chris Hester officiated the service. The family received friends at the funeral home on Friday, October 31, 2025, and on Saturday, November 1,
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John William Mayher, Jr. 84, of Midland, Georgia, passed away Saturday, September 13, 2025 surrounded by his family. Funeral services were Thursday, September 18 at St. Paul Church, Columbus, Georgia with Rev. Dr. Shane Green and Rev. Norman Dunlap officiating. The family received friends on Wednesday, September 17 in The Mill Room of Striffler Hamby.
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Carol C. Canerday was born November 2, 1931, and passed away August 30, 2025, at the age of 93. She was born in Morgan City, Louisiana to her parents, Julius B. and Alice C. Chauvin. She is survived by her four sons, James K. “Jamie” White and wife Christa, Billy F. “Bill” White and wife
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Mrs. Doris M. Penick, 94, of Walterboro, South Carolina, entered into rest Friday morning, September 5, 2025, at her residence. She entered into the arms of her Savior peacefully, surrounded by the love of her adoring family. Mrs. Penick was born September 1, 1931, in Highland, Illinois. She was a member of Saint George Church
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Strolling Thru The Ritz passed away August 30, 2025. The beloved stallion was 24 years old. He was foaled on May 16, 2001. His sire was He’s Puttin’ On The Ritz and his dam was Stride’s Secret Love. Strolling Thru The Ritz was bred by Wayne Folkes and John Collins of Dothan, Alabama, and started
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Charity Diane Haynes Latham, age 52, passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025, in Shelbyville, Tennessee. Charity was born April 13, 1973 in Greer, South Carolina, beloved daughter of Broadus Ted Haynes and Susan Marie Belue Haynes. She was a devoted wife, cherished family member, and loving friend who found joy in every moment spent
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Denise Stinson Smith, 72, died peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025 at her home, Ravenswood Farm, in Brentwood, Tennessee. Born May 15, 1953, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Jean Felts Stinson and Homer Carlton Stinson, Denise grew up in West Nashville, the middle of five children and the only daughter. Denise graduated from Hillwood
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John (Johnny) David Cook Jr., was on born October 7, 1960, and passed from this life on August 19, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Eloise Cook (Dudley), He is survived by one brother, Ronnie Cook (Sherri) of Tollsboro, KY, Uncle Jim Cook of Union, KY Uncle Richard Cook (Rita)
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