Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director

Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director, grew up riding and caring for her family’s horses in Central Virginia and received a B.A. in journalism and equestrian studies from Averett University. She joined The Horse in 1999 and has led the editorial team since 2010. A 4-H and Pony Club graduate, she enjoys dressage, eventing, and trail riding. Her heart horse, It Happened Again (“Happy,” pictured), a former graded-stakes-winning Thoroughbred gelding, was her longtime partner in the saddle and remains a lasting inspiration. Stephanie is based in Lexington, Kentucky.

Articles by: Stephanie L. Church, Editorial Director

Humane Care And Treatment Of Exhibition Animals Meeting Open To Public

The U.S. Department of Agriculture will hold a public meeting to discuss issues related to the humane care and treatment of exhibition animals covered under the Animal Welfare Act.

I’m looking forward to hearing what people will say”P>The U.S. Department of Agriculture will hold a pu

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USDA And Tenn. Horse Owner Settle HPA Charges

The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Bobbie Jo Garrison, a horse owner in Crossville, Tenn., have settled charges of Horse Protection Act (HPA) violations.

Soring is a cruel and abusive practice; it is not an acceptable method of”P>The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Bobbie Jo Garrison, a horse owne

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On Target Training Offers Clinics Across Florida

Shawna and Vinton Karrasch, creators of the unique On Target, Training program, will be in Wellington, FL, from February 12-29. The pair will offer clinics and training seminars throughout the area.

A clinic is already scheduled for

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USDA Proposes Amendment To Animal Semen Import Regulations

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is proposing to eliminate import requirements for canine and mule semen from anywhere in the world and for equine semen from Canada.

We believe these changes are warranted because these imports pose n”P>The U.S. Department of Agriculture is proposing to eliminate impo

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HSUS To Hold Animal Care Expo 2000 in Las Vegas

The Humane Society of the United States, the nation’s largest animal protection organization, will hold its annual Animal Care Expo at Las Vegas’ Riviera Hotel from February 16 to February 19. Animal Care Expo is the world’s largest trade show

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Proposed Budget Increase For Animal Welfare Act Enforcement

The Humane Society of The United States (HSUS), the nation’s largest animal protection organization with more than seven million members and constituents, applauded President Clinton Monday, February 7, for proposing an increase of $5 million in

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Colorado State Sets Open House For New Bioresearch Facility

Area residents are invited to tour Colorado State University’s new BioEnvironmental Hazards Research Building March 17.

The building, which is completed but will not be operational during the tour, is a state-of-the-art facility on the

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2000 American Horse Council Convention

Equine Health: From Local Disease to National Disaster 

Animal health emergencies, and the tools for dealing with them, have changed dramatically in recent years. Recent events have demonstrated that sudden

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Piedra 2000 Spring Seminar

The Piedra Foundation 2000 Spring Seminar will be held on February 26, 2000 at San Luis Rey Downs Resort in Bonsall California (for directions https://www.slrd.com/contact/).

Dr. Wendy Vaala, a”P>The Piedra Foundation 2000 Spring Seminar will be held on February 26, 2000 at San Luis R

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Horse Dealer Enters Plea Agreement

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that Bodee Baldwin of Amarillo, Texas, has signed a plea agreement in U.S. District Court in Charlottesville, Va.

In July 1999, Baldwin was indicted on five counts of false statements

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Most Influential Horsemen Announced

The following are the 50 horsemen featured in the Chronicle Of The Horse’s Turn of the Century Issue; The Chronicle’s editorial staff joined 24 accomplished horsemen in selecting the final roster of winners, including: Neil Ayer,

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Horse Town Opens Its Doors To Visitors

It’s more than just a town. The new exhibit at the American Quarter Horse Heritage Center & Museum offers a world of opportunity to anyone interested in learning about horses.

A family-oriented, hands-on exhibit, “Horse Town”

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