Around the Rings: The 2026 Premier AQHA/ VRH Cattle Classic
South Carolina Quarter Horse Association and Horseman’s Quarter Horse Association once again joined forces to host The Premier AQHA/ VRH Cattle Classic, February 13,15, 2026, at Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry, GA. The show offered 3 complete AQHA shows, 3 complete VRH shows, and 1 Ranching Heritage Challenge Show, judged by Pam Scott, April Devitt, Randy Wilson, Allen […]
In Loving Memory of “Its All Good Man” aka The Russ, Russell: 2016-2026
February 27, 2026 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of “Its All Good Man” aka The Russ, Russell: 2016-2026
In Loving Memory of “Its All Good Man” aka The Russ, Russell March 28, 2016 – February 25, 2026 By Vanessa Froman “You handled it so well.” No, no I did not! I went insane, lost my spark, bled in silence, shattered alone, wore a smile that lied better than a mask ever would, […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: My Horse Feeds My Soul
February 27, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: My Horse Feeds My Soul
“Bread may feed my body, but my horse feeds my soul.” – Author Unknown. “I wanted to share this picture of my daughter, Paige Fiume, and her love, A Regal Invitation, aka Cash. I took this picture at Congress last year between classes. To me, it shows the true love between a girl and her […]
Continue reading …Around the Rings: 2026 Horseman’s QHA of GA Ham & Doris Phillips Memorial Circuit
February 26, 2026 Comments Off on Around the Rings: 2026 Horseman’s QHA of GA Ham & Doris Phillips Memorial Circuit
Horseman’s Quarter Horse Association of Georgia kicked off the Ham & Doris Phillips Memorial Circuit for Cancer Awareness on February 6, 2026, and wrapped up on February 8th at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry, GA. Judges for the show: Sandra Curl, Shannon Curl-Holbin, Larry Little, and Christie Arrington. The show offered four AQHA shows, and two […]
Continue reading …Around the Rings – 2026 Silver Dollar Circuit Results
February 26, 2026 Comments Off on Around the Rings – 2026 Silver Dollar Circuit Results
The Silver Dollar Circuit, which offered 6 AQHA shows with 2 NSBA shows, and nearly $30,000 in added money, just wrapped up at the South Point Arena and Equestrian Center in Las Vegas. Thank you Carter Kail for more G-Man style photos! See his first two galleries here: Around the Rings – 2026 Silver Dollar Circuit […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Their True Beauty
February 26, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Their True Beauty
“If you have seen nothing but the beauty of their markings and limbs, their true beauty is hidden from you.” – Author Unknown. Pictured are Reserve World Champions JNZ Chocolate Jo and Aubrey Arnold, a student at UW River Falls and member of their western equestrian team. Thank you to Becki Schwab-Janezick for the beautiful […]
Continue reading …AQHA Introduces English Versatility Series and Challenge
February 25, 2026 Comments Off on AQHA Introduces English Versatility Series and Challenge
The VS Code Red AQHA English Versatility Series and the AQHA English Versatility Challenge will celebrate the adaptability, athleticism and all-around talent of the American Quarter Horse in English disciplines. The American Quarter Horse Association is proud to launch the VS Code Red English Versatility Series and the English Versatility Challenge, presented by VS Code […]
Continue reading …2026 AQHYA Region 5 Leadership Conference Inspires, Connects, and Motivates Youth
February 25, 2026 Comments Off on 2026 AQHYA Region 5 Leadership Conference Inspires, Connects, and Motivates Youth
By Region 5 Director Lauren Goolsby: Each year, the Region 5 Youth Directors of the American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA) host an annual leadership conference designed to unite members and non-members while highlighting the educational, leadership, and personal growth opportunities available through the association. Continuing a strong tradition of impactful youth engagement, the 2025 […]
Continue reading …Hagyard Equine Medical Institute Establishes Scholarship Endowment To Address Shortage of Equine Veterinarians in the U.S.
February 25, 2026 Comments Off on Hagyard Equine Medical Institute Establishes Scholarship Endowment To Address Shortage of Equine Veterinarians in the U.S.
Sets bold goal to raise $1.5 million as part of its 150th Anniversary celebration in 2026 Lexington, KY: Over the last 10-15 years, the number of students pursuing a career in equine veterinary medicine has dropped significantly. As it celebrates its sesquicentennial in 2026, Hagyard Equine Medical Institute could think of no better way to give back […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Explore. Dream. Discover.
February 25, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Explore. Dream. Discover.
“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” –Mark Twain. If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.
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