Stan and Mary Kay Steyskal Memorial Scholarship
From the Nebraska Quarter Horse Association, organizers: The Stan and Mary Kay Steyskal Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the life, legacy, and lasting impact of Stan Steyskal, a dedicated horseman, respected breeder, and cherished member of the Nebraska Quarter Horse Association. Alongside his beloved wife, Mary Kay, Stan devoted more than 60 years to […]
National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame Featured in US Charros, Now Streaming on Amazon Prime
July 22, 2026 Comments Off on National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame Featured in US Charros, Now Streaming on Amazon Prime
FORT WORTH, Texas (July 15, 2026)— Audiences around the world can experience the rich traditions of charrería and the enduring legacy of the American West through US Charros, a new documentary by filmmaker Diego Huerta, now streaming on Amazon Prime. The documentary, which won the Cine-Más award at the 2024 Lone Star Film Festival in Fort Worth, Texas, illuminates the […]
Continue reading …The American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum Opens Wagonhound Paddock to Amarillo Community
July 20, 2026 Comments Off on The American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum Opens Wagonhound Paddock to Amarillo Community
The American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum officially opens the Wagonhound Paddock during Family Fun Day. The American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum officially opened the new Wagonhound Paddock to the Amarillo community during Family Fun Day on July 11. A ceremonial ribbon cutting with recognition from the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce was […]
Continue reading …From Blue Ribbons to Bedtime Stories: Three-Time POAC National Congress Grand Champion Inspires Young Readers Through Storytelling
July 19, 2026 Comments Off on From Blue Ribbons to Bedtime Stories: Three-Time POAC National Congress Grand Champion Inspires Young Readers Through Storytelling
Elwood, INDIANA — Perry may be best known in the Pony of the Americas community as a three-time POAC National Congress Grand Champion Stallion, but now the celebrated pony has taken on a new role—helping inspire children through the pages of a book. Perry is the real-life title character behind Perry the Pony & Friends, a children’s […]
Continue reading …Secretary Rollins Announces USDA Rule to Unlock Billions for American Farmers
July 4, 2026 Comments Off on Secretary Rollins Announces USDA Rule to Unlock Billions for American Farmers
President Trump Signs Executive Order Advancing Regenerative Agriculture; Secretary Rollins Announces USDA Rule to Unlock Billions for American Farmers From USDA: Washington, June 25, 2026 – On the heels of President Donald J. Trump signing an Executive Order advancing regenerative agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke L. Rollins simultaneously announced a final Regenerative Feedstock Rule, […]
Continue reading …Jesse Henry Zeldenthuis wins 2026 Robyn Hanna Sportsmanship Award
June 26, 2026 Comments Off on Jesse Henry Zeldenthuis wins 2026 Robyn Hanna Sportsmanship Award
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: Sometimes the horse show goes in your favor, and sometimes it doesn’t—especially when young horses are involved. When Jesse Henry Zeldenthuis’s yearling futurity project All Reddy Ez accidently stepped over her longe line and started bucking to get herself free, Jesse couldn’t do much more than watch. “She got the […]
Continue reading …NSBA Foundation Announces 2026 4-Star Trailer Raffle
June 17, 2026 Comments Off on NSBA Foundation Announces 2026 4-Star Trailer Raffle
The NSBA Foundation is pleased to announce that tickets are now available for a 4-Star Trailer raffle to benefit the Foundation’s Youth of the Year Award. Tickets are available at a cost of $50 per chance to win a 2027 4-Star 2-horse bumper pull trailer and can be purchased at us.emma-live.com/Wina20274StarTrailerPrizeDraw. Tickets will be sold prior […]
Continue reading …From Champion Equine Athlete to Champion of Hearts
June 17, 2026 Comments Off on From Champion Equine Athlete to Champion of Hearts
Mr Solanos Kid, affectionately known as “Larry,” was named the 2025 AQHA-PATH Intl. Equine-Assisted Services American Quarter Horse of the Year. From AQHA: Mr Solanos Kid, known to many as “Larry,” was named first-place recipient of the 2025 AQHA-PATH Intl. Equine-Assisted Services American Quarter Horse of the Year Award. Selected by a panel of judges, Larry was honored for a life defined […]
Continue reading …SCH Update on Backstretch Fire at Saratoga Springs
June 16, 2026 Comments Off on SCH Update on Backstretch Fire at Saratoga Springs
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (June 16, 2026) — Saratoga Casino Hotel and the Saratoga Harness Horsepersons Association are providing an update regarding the barn fire that occurred at approximately 2:30 a.m. this morning in the backstretch area of the harness racetrack. Officials have confirmed that 17 horses perished in the fire. The barn housed a total […]
Continue reading …USDA Invests in Projects to Strengthen New World Screwworm Preparedness and Response
June 16, 2026 Comments Off on USDA Invests in Projects to Strengthen New World Screwworm Preparedness and Response
Washington, D.C., June 16, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing funding for 40 breakthrough projects to bolster the nation’s defenses against New World screwworm (NWS). These innovative proposals, which will receive a combined total of about $105 million, promise to sharpen detection, accelerate control and eradication tools, and strengthen rapid-response capabilities. USDA launched the […]
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