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Stephen Vaden confirmed as deputy secretary of agriculture

Stephen Vaden, a native of Union City, Tennessee, was confirmed as deputy secretary of agriculture on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, by a vote of 51 to 44 on the Senate floor. Vaden currently serves as a judge on the U.S. Court of International Trade and will transition to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. President Donald Trump nominated Vaden for the post on Dec. 22, 2024.

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    Foaled in 1999 by The Skywatch and out of a Delight of Pride mare, Sky Jam—a big, black, beautiful horse—made a lasting impression within the Tennessee Walking Horse industry. From the beginning, he carried a presence that turned heads and left his mark in every show ring he entered. Read More

  • Judges Announced for the 2025 International Grand Championship

    MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — The Walking Horse Owners’ Association (WHOA) is pleased to announce the judging panel for the 47th Annual International Grand Championship, set for July 15–26, 2025, at Tennessee Miller Coliseum in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The three-judge panel was selected by online vote of current WHOA members: Read More

  • Walking For Angels Class Update

    The 14th Annual Walking For The Angels Horse Show is excited to announce several additions to its class schedule, offering even more opportunities for exhibitors to shine. Read More

  • Christmas in July Class Update

    An important update has been announced for Class 91 at the Christmas in July Horse Show. Originally listed as “Debut Mares & Geldings,” the class will now be open to Debut ALL Two-Year-Olds- including Mares, Stallions, and Geldings. Exhibitors are encouraged to take note of this revision when planning entries. Read More

  • OIG completes review of APHIS HPA inspections

    WASHINGTON — The Office of Inspector General (OIG) initiated a review of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Horse Protection Act (HPA) inspections and disqualification process following the 2024 Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration. Read More

  • Comer Statement on USDA IG’s Review of Tennessee Walking Horse Competition Inspections

    WASHINGTON—Today, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) released a statement supporting key findings and recommendations outlined in the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Inspector General’s examination of the inspection process at Tennessee Walking Horse competitions. Read More

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  • WHOA Announces Agreement with Maiden Holdings LLC

    The Walking Horse Owners' Association is pleased to announce a long term agreement with Maiden Holdings LLC and new owners Chris Elliott and David Williams. The International Grand Championship will continue hosting The Maiden and All Day Pleasure Challenge. Read More

  • WHOA Kentucky Incentive Shows Cancelled Due to Weather

    The WHOA Kentucky Incentive Shows scheduled for June 21 and 22 have been cancelled due to weather concerns. Organizers plan to reschedule the shows and will release updated information as soon as it becomes available. Read More

  • CLASS UPDATE FOR NORTHSIDE LIONS CLUB HORSE SHOW

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