Funeral services are pending for noted halter trainer Jack Brizendine, who died November 30. Jack showed in AQHA competition since 1971, starting in working cow horse, reining, western riding and western pleasure. In the last several years, Jack has been known for his success in halter, leading such greats as My Tru Luv. Jack trained […]
Charles Edward “Eddie” Jackson, Sr., age 70, born on January 30, 1945 and died on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 of a massive heart attack. Born in Sumter, South Carolina, he was the son of the late James Herbert and Florence Griffin Jackson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, […]
Amanda Jackson and Mark Katafiasz welcomed a beautiful baby girl into the world last night. Scarlett Grace Katafiasz was born on July 9, 2015 weighing just 5 pounds and measuring 17.5 inches. Both mom and baby are doing great and the proud new parents are excited for the horse world to meet their little girl. […]
During a romantic helicopter ride over the Texas Hill Country Carl Baldwin asked Halle Saywell to marry him. The couple was introduced by John Woodard at the All American Quarter Horse Congress in 2012 and sparks flew immediately. A year later Saywell made the move to Baldwin’s home outside of San Antonio, Texas and the couple has […]
Rebecca Tyler Lockhart, the horsewoman responsible for founding the American Paint Horse Association in 1962, passed comfortably in her nursing home in Gainesville, Texas, on May 31. Forming the American Paint Stock Horse Association, the precursor to APHA, in 1962, Rebecca launched the effort to register and promote stock-type horses with excessive color. The association’s […]
Tragically, Cheree Kirkbride of Ocala, Florida passed away early on Saturday, May 30th. Jeff Kirkbride Photography is owned by Jeff and Cheree and located in the heart of horse country in Ocala, Florida. Among their premiere events are the Pinto Horse Association of America World Championship Horse Show, the Arizona Sun Circuit, National […]
Country singer / songwriter Chelsea Bain has signed with booking powerhouse WME, it was announced today by Keith Miller, who will be her responsible agent. “The first time I saw Chelsea perform, I was blown away with how she commands a stage,” said Miller. “We are excited to have her in the WME family and […]
The Virginia Quarter Horse Association lost a champion today as Dave Higgins passed away due to complications stemming from surgery following a car accident he was in on his way home from the Virginia Classic last weekend. Higgins has been involved with showing Quarter Horses, mainly in Halter and Longe Line events. He has been […]
After a brave fight with Cystic Fybrosis Laura Michelle Kelly passed away March 25, 2015. Cystic fibrosis is a life-threatening disorder that causes severe damage to the lungs and digestive system. An inherited condition, cystic fibrosis affects the cells that produce mucus, sweat and digestive juices. These secreted fluids are normally thin and slippery. But […]
Sara and Pat Heeley of Van Meter, Iowa welcomed a baby boy on February 10, 2015. Hayes Heeley was born at six pounds, 15 ounces and was delivered by c-section. He will join big brother, Hudson. Both mom and baby are doing great.
The sudden passing of Stone Pope last week left much of the equine industry in shock and tears. The Heart of Stone Fund was formed in honor of The Pope Family. The purpose is to raise funds for the family in their time of need to provide some moral and financial assistance to ease the pressure and […]
The Schroeder Ranch in Gainesville, Texas, recently announced the addition of three new staff members. Kelly Ward has been named Ranch Manager; Brian Ale (right) is now handling training and sales and Lexi Castillo (right) has been appointed Breeding Manager. The Schroeder Ranch stands AQHA stallions Blazing Hot, One N Only, Nite Moves, A Chance […]
