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2/17/2026

Historic Blythewood Farm LLC plans Saddlebred dispersal: Equine Sale on March 28; tack sale on March 27

On Saturday, March 28, Anne and her niece Key Everhart Waller will open those doors to loadmore than 65 beautifully bred Saddlebred horses onto trailers bound for the nearby Tri-StateExhibition Center, where they will be auctioned to highest bidders by Robertson Equine SalesLLC, under the direction of multi-generational horseman Jimmy Robertson.
2/16/2026

AHHS News: LBS Information Release

Please make plans to join us on March 6 & 7, 2026 for the American Hackney Horse Society Limited Breeders Sweepstakes Grand Weekend!
2/16/2026

Celebrating a 2025 to Remember for UPHA Ribbons Of Service

The UPHA Ribbons of Service Program continues to exemplify the heart of our industry—service, leadership, and giving back. This year, UPHA members across the country united their time, talent, and resources to make a meaningful impact both within and beyond the horse community.
2/13/2026

ASHBA News: 2026 Executive Committee and Council Chairs

The American Saddlebred Horse & Breeders Association is proud to introduce the 2026 Executive Committee and Council Chairs. These dedicated leaders bring a wealth of experience, passion, and commitment to advancing the Saddlebred breed and strengthening our community.
2/11/2026

AHHS News: Important Letter from President, Andy Freseth, regarding Rule Change Poll

To the past, current, and future members of the American Hackney Horse Society:After reviewing the poll responses regarding the continuing to back or discontinuing of backing in Amateur, Ladies, and Juvenile, Hackney and Harness pony classes, the following things have been learned.
2/10/2026

Memo from the UPHA Equitation Committee: For trainers, exhibitors, clothiers, parents & equitation riders

The UPHA Equitation Committee would like to provide some clarification regarding the USEF Equitation Rule EQ 116.  The rule includes verbiage that outlines riding habits must be of ‘conversative color’ and ‘appear solid’. 
2/10/2026

The 2026 Mid-Atlantic Sale Enjoys Record Numbers

With 136 consignments and 20 quality stallions presented, the 2026 Mid-Atlantic MorganHorse Sale turned up the heat in the cold Pennsylvania weather on January 20-21 in Harrisburg,at the beautiful and toasty warm PA Farm Complex.
2/10/2026

Over $70,000 Raised At New York Morgan Stallion Service Auction

While the weather outside was frigid in Saratoga Springs, New York, on Saturday,January 24, things were heating up at the New York State Morgan Horse Society’s annualStallion Service Auction. Morgan breeders gathered in person, online, and on the phone for thechance to score the winning bid on one of almost 60 prime stallions offered.
2/10/2026

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2/7/2026

Introduction of the United Equine Professional Women's Group

Melissa Moore brought the concept of a professional women’s group to the UPHA Board of Directors. They approved the formation of the United Equine Professional Women’s group to support, empower, and mentor professional horsewomen of all ages and disciplines. 
2/4/2026

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2/3/2026

Morgan Division Cancelled At Blue Ridge 2026

Manager  Liz Holmes made the following statement regarding this year’s  Blue Ridge Classic Horse Show. “After careful consideration, many consultations and analysis of multiple years of performance/entry records, Morgan Horse classes will no longer be offered at the Blue Ridge Classic Horse Show, beginning in July 2026.
2/2/2026

Bill Wise WCHS Sweepstakes Update & Nomination Information

The Kentucky State Fair Board voted to add the Bill Wise WCHS Sweepstakes classes to the schedule for the World’s Championship Horse Show taking place August 22-29, 2026. The approval will add six Bill Wise Sweepstakes classes to the lineup.
2/2/2026

Important update regarding recent request to remove UPHA Classics and UPHA Challenge Cup program rules from the USEF Rule Book

The United Professional Horsemen’s Association (UPHA) would like to share an important update regarding our recent request to remove the UPHA Classics and UPHA Challenge Cup program rules from the USEF Rule Book, while ensuring these valued classes may continue to be offered at USEF-licensed competitions.
1/31/2026