Illinois PHA 2026 POR/Gordyville All Breed Open Show
September 5-7, 2026, marked the dates of the IPHA Fall Breeders and Painted For Success Futurities in Gordyville USA, Gifford, IL. Gordyville also partnered with IPHA to have Gordyville All Breed classes during the show! The event offered 2 APHA Shows (6 Judges), 2 Futurity Programs (IPHA / Painted for Success), a full slate of APHA […]
EC Photo of the Day: Claire Fabus and Her Late Show Partner, Lopin for Margaritas
September 12, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Claire Fabus and Her Late Show Partner, Lopin for Margaritas
“She’ll grow up, but a little piece of her heart will always belong to the horse who carried her through childhood.” ~Taylor Fabus. Pictured are Claire Fabus and her late show partner, Lopin for Margaritas, in a beautiful portrait taken by Farm Lane Photography. Our hearts go out to the Fabus family on the loss of Claire’s […]
Continue reading …2027 AQHA Leveling Point Ranges Now Available
September 11, 2026 Comments Off on 2027 AQHA Leveling Point Ranges Now Available
The 2027 AQHA leveling point ranges are now available online, allowing exhibitors and horse owners to begin evaluating their eligibility for the upcoming show season. View 2027 AQHA Leveling Point Chart here. Leveling point ranges determine the levels in which exhibitors and horses are eligible to compete at AQHA-approved shows. By reviewing the updated […]
Continue reading …The 9/11 Tragedy Spawns a Search & Rescue Training Ground Like No Other
September 11, 2026 Comments Off on The 9/11 Tragedy Spawns a Search & Rescue Training Ground Like No Other
By Amy Fernandez In the 25 years since 9/11, New York City has dedicated enormous resources to counterterrorism measures, detecting and preventing many subsequent attacks. There has also been significant investment in disaster response. A major component of that has become the city’s K9 disaster response team, New York Task Force One (NY-TF1), which is […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Patriot Day 2026, National Day of Service and Remembrance
September 11, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Patriot Day 2026, National Day of Service and Remembrance
“Patriot Day reminds us that from the ashes of tragedy, we rise with renewed purpose and strength.” – Unknown From Congress.gov: In 2001, P.L. 107-89 designated September 11 as Patriot Day to honor the individuals who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001. The law asks […]
Continue reading …Your Ocala Food & Wine Festival Weekend Awaits
September 10, 2026 Comments Off on Your Ocala Food & Wine Festival Weekend Awaits
Reserve your stay for the Ocala Food & Wine Festival with the Five-Star Festival Package, combining three days of exceptional culinary experiences with a two-night stay at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. Enjoy upscale accommodations at The Equestrian Hotel or The Riding Academy Hotel, plus access for two guests to all festival events, including the exclusive […]
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of Kruzin Pretty — 2013-2026
September 9, 2026 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Kruzin Pretty — 2013-2026
By Sandy Reese: I lost a piece of my heart earlier this week, but she is now pain free and galloping heaven’s fields. Darcy was my homebred unicorn who took me places and achieved things I had only dreamed of. Multiple NSBA Reserve World Championships, a Reserve Congress Championship, the 2017 AQHA High Point Hunter […]
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It’s no secret that the All American Quarter Horse Congress is the largest, single breed horse show in the world bringing over 6,500 horses and close to 650,000 people to the Ohio State Fairgrounds every year. It’s also no secret that these numbers equal money for the Central Ohio economy—$200 million dollars to be exact.
Continue reading …Queen Of The Crowns: A Short Film Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Legendary Hatmaker Shorty Koger
September 8, 2026 Comments Off on Queen Of The Crowns: A Short Film Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Legendary Hatmaker Shorty Koger
15-Minute Short Film to Premiere October 1 at the All American Quarter Horse Congress, followed by an open to the public release October 10. COLUMBUS, OHIO — OCT 1— Queen of the Crowns, a new 15-minute short film celebrating the extraordinary life, artistry and enduring legacy of legendary Western hatmaker Shorty Koger, will make its […]
Continue reading …Diagnosis Congress Crud – Tips to Stay Healthy During the Congress
September 8, 2026 Comments Off on Diagnosis Congress Crud – Tips to Stay Healthy During the Congress
Some claim that you can only fight it off with Emergen-C® and vodka. Some people swear that you can catch it simply by watching the live feed. Others maintain that if you sleep in your tack stall, just once, you’re doomed.
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