Equilume signs as APHA Corporate Partner
Equilume, a worldwide leader in equine performance lighting solutions, has joined forces with APHA as the association’s newest corporate partner. Founded in 2012, Equilume delivers innovative science-based solutions that maximize equine fertility, performance, and well-being. Their Equilume Light Mask was the first equine wearable technology developed to effectively influence seasonal changes in horses, according to […]
Paint Horse Journal kicks off 60th anniversary cover art contest
In honor of its 60th anniversary in 2026, the Journal is looking for artwork to star on its Winter 2026 cover. Entries due by May 15, 2026.
Chrome Cash pays over $17,600 at the 2026 NRCHA Celebration of Champions
Painted Shadows, SJR Sumkinda Mist & Scooters Tuff Spot won big at the 2026 NRCHA Celebration of Champions.
30 rule change proposals passed following 2026 APHA Leadership Gathering
State directors passed 30 rule change proposals following the 2026 APHA Leadership Gathering; most will go into effect January 1, 2027.
Steve Meadows wins 2026 Markel/APHA Professional Horseman of the Year
A Markel/APHA Professional Horseman since 2020, Steve Meadows is a committed trainer, coach, clinician and judge.
Four round out 2026 APHA Board of Directors
Rachel Kooiker, Meredith Landy, Mark Reisinger & Adam Wainscott were elected to 2026 APHA Board of Directors positions on March 1.
Former Distinguished Service Award winner Peggy Gilbert passes
Lifetime APHA member and former Distinguished Service Award winner Peggy Gilbert died February 20, 2026. She was 89. A horsewoman since age 13, Peggy’s first horse was a gaited Pinto. The mare’s colorful markings helped spark Peggy’s interest in the fledgling American Paint Horse Association in the early 1960s. Daughter Beth French says Peggy was […]
2027 European Show Seminar heads to Spain
Join us in Spain for the 2027 European Show Seminar, January 22–24, 2027, presented by APHA, AQHA, NRHA, NRCHA and NSBA.
Paul Garrett tapped for 2026 APHA Distinguished Service Award
As the 2026 APHA Distinguished Service Award winner, Paul Garrett will be honored June 25 at the APHA Hall of Fame & Awards Ceremony.
Six tapped as 2026 new international APHA judges
Congratulations to 2026 new international APHA judges Dora Gocze, Francois Guyot, Barbara Hengge, Elodie Mangeot-Reeb, Andrea Momesso and Anna-Alisa Samse.