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8/21/2025

Latest Issue 8 20 25

8/20/2025

Jessica Lawwell & Raine Sims Wed

On August 8, 2025, Jessica Lawwell and Raine Sims married in the “Garden” at Grace Valley Farm in Shelbyville, Tennessee. 
8/20/2025

First day of showing opens with repeat champions

SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. – The 87th Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration kicked off Wednesday morning, August 20, 2025. The second to last week in August always brings together walking horse owners, trainers, grooms and enthusiasts from across the country. 
8/20/2025

Interview With Celebration CEO Warren Wells

8/20/2025

Celebration Feature: Legacy in Motion: The Return of The Weddingtons

For Ben Weddington, the Tennessee Walking Horse world isn’t just a part of his past—it’s a piece of who he is. From the time he was old enough to walk the aisles of his father’s barn, Ben was immersed in a life built on tradition and discipline
8/20/2025

Secretary Rollins Visits Tennessee State Fair, Highlights Tennessee Walking Horse Industry

LEBANON, Tenn. – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins served as keynote speaker at the 10th Annual Tennessee State Fair FFA Ham Breakfast on August 18, 2025, where she was joined by Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Stephen Vaden of Union City, Tennessee.
8/19/2025

Federal Judge Grants Injunction Against USDA Rules at Celebration

Amarillo, Texas – August 19, 2025 – In a major victory for Tennessee Walking Horse owners, trainers, and the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration, a federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction blocking the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) from enforcing several of its controversial inspection rules at the upcoming 2025 Celebration.
8/19/2025

WHTA Office Manager Position Available

WHTA President Spencer Benedict announces the retirement of Mel Bryant, who has functioned as Office Manager for the WHTA since February 2021. We wish her the best in her new adventure.
8/19/2025

Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration Reopens Entries for 87th Celebration Following Federal Court Ruling

The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration announced today that it will reopen entries for the 87th Annual Celebration for a limited 24-hour period. Due to a recent federal court ruling granting a preliminary injunction against certain USDA enforcement rules, entries will be accepted until Wednesday, August 20, at 6:00 PM CT.
8/19/2025

Latest Issue 8 18 25 Business Insert

8/16/2025

Latest Issue 8 18 25

8/15/2025

Dean Johnson Video – Streaming the 2025 Celebration

Dean Johnson Video – Streaming the 2025 Celebration in 4K & HD.
8/15/2025

WHTA to Once Again Host Shane Shiflet Photography During the Celebration

The Walking Horse Trainers’ Association (WHTA), located on the historic Celebration grounds, will once again welcome Shane Shiflet Photography during this year’s Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration (TWHNC).
8/15/2025

TWHBEA Announces Legends For The Upcoming Lunch With The Legends Event

The Tennessee Walking Horse Breeders' and Exhibitors' Association is proud to announce the Legends that will be participating in the Lunch With The Legends Event on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at 11am-1pm in the Hall of Fame Club inside Cooper Steel Arena on the Celebration grounds.
8/15/2025