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In Memory of Former VQHA President Gene Montgomery.

January 8, 2020

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Robert Gene Montgomery (Forest, Virginia), born in Bedford, Virginia, who passed away on December 4, 2019, at the age of 89, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Robert Gene Montgomery.

He was predeceased by : his son Robert Gene Montgomery, Jr.; his brother William Montgomery; his parents, William Montgomery and Frances Wells Montgomery. He is survived by : his wife Alice Martin Montgomery; his daughter Suzanne Martin Montgomery of Lynchburg; his granddaughters, Mary Alice Montgomery and Megan Montgomery Powell (Darrel); his daughter-in-law Mary Montgomery; his sister-in-law Debbie Montgomery.

Memorial contributions can be made to Seven Hills Hospice 2250 Murrell Rd # 2, Lynchburg, VA 24501.

In Loving Memory of Frieda Norton.

January 8, 2020

Frieda Norton, long time announcer at the VQHA shows and long time friend, passed away November 23, 2019, from complications with diabetes. She will missed terribly. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family.

The Final 2019 VQHA Year End Points Have Been Updated!!

January 3, 2020

The final point standings for the 2019 VQHA Year End Awards have been updated. Please check your points. If you notice any errors please notify our our Membership Director Cory Balsis, as soon as possible.

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2019 VQHA 50/50 Raffle Winners

January 3, 2020

Congratulations to Julie Rogers and Kevin Babcock the winners of this years VQHA 50/50 raffle!!

Thank you to everyone who participated!!

Year End Points Updated!!

October 18, 2019

The point standings for the 2019 VQHA Year End Awards have been updated up through the End of Summer Showdown. Please check your points. If you notice any errors please notify our our Membership Director Cory Balsis, as soon as possible.

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2019 VQHA 50/50 Raffle

October 2, 2019

Through an error on my part the drawings for the 50/50 raffle did not take place at the September show in Culpepper. The drawing will now be held at the PreTurkey show in Herndon in November. Good luck to all who purchased tickets!!  The results will be posted shortly after the show. Thank you for […]

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Fundraising Benefit for Freida Norton

July 15, 2019

Friends, Freida Norton, has been working as an announcer and in other capacities at our shows for nearly 40 years.  She has worked tirelessly, with a smile on her face and friendly voice, keeping us informed at the show, keeping the show on track, and giving us results. Our friend, Freida, could use our help […]

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VQHA 50/50 Raffle Tickets

June 10, 2019

The VQHA would like to thank everyone who sold tickets for the associations 50/50 raffle, to be drawn in September at the End of Summer Showdown. The deadline to sell tickets was May 31. Please send your sold tickets to Cory Balsis, as soon as possible, if you have not already done so. Thank you […]

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The 2019 VQHA Points Standings Are Up!!

April 18, 2019

The VQHA point standings have been updated, as of April 18, 2019. Members are encouraged to check their points and alert the VQHA Points Secretary if there are any problems. 

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Remembering Bob Purks

March 11, 2019

Bob Purks was a very colorful character. He was as country as country could be. He chewed tobacco, enjoyed an occasional shot of Jim Beam and was a no-nonsense type of man. He was from the old school where a hand shake was as good as a contract. During his King George County high school […]

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Steve Meadows Named 2018 AQHA Most Valuable Professional!!

March 11, 2019

The VQHA would like to congratulate Steve Meadows on being named AQHA’s Most Valuable Professional!! The award was presented at the 2019 AQHA Convention, this past weekend in Fort Worth, Texas and is one of the top honors in the equine industry.  Steve is an valuable member of the VQHA Board of Directors, holding multiple […]

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The VQHA Show Season Starts in 3..2..1

March 11, 2019

The VQHA is excited to kick off the 2019 show season with the Spring Breakout, in Lexington Virginia this weekend. Suzanne Gonzales has worked hard to put on, what is shaping up to be a great show!! As of now there are over 370 stalls sold!!  The VQHA awards banquet will be held Friday night […]

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VQHA Awards Banquet

February 18, 2019

The Virginia Quarter Horse Association would like to invite you and your family to the VQHA Awards Banquet for the 2018 show season. This years banquet will be held at the 2019 Spring Breakout/Dave Higgins Memorial Show on Friday, March 15 at 7:30 PM. $30.00 per meal$15.00 12 years old and under (meal)$100.00 to reserve […]

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Thank You For Your Support!!

January 23, 2019

We would like to welcome THE EQUINE CHRONICLE as a major sponsor for the Spring Breakout Show.  They will be sponsoring the exhibitor dinner Saturday night during the Virginia Maiden class!!

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Basket Silent Auction

January 23, 2019

VQHA MEMBERS … We will be holding a silent auction at the Spring Breakout Show. All proceeds benefit the Virginia Quarter Horse Association. Please bring a basket filled with goodies to place on theauction table. The auction table will be located in the hallwayoutside of the show office. Bring them to the show office onThursday, […]

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Mark Your Calendars for the 2019 Spring Breakout Show!!!

December 18, 2018

Mark your Calendars now for the 2019 edition of the VQHA Spring Breakout. This year’s show will be held March 15-17 at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, Virginia. This show will feature VRH classes, money added trail classes and is the home of the Virginia Maiden 3 & Over Western Pleasure Class. See the […]

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The Points Are In!!

December 7, 2018

The final point standings for the 2018 VQHA Year End Awards have been updated. Please check your points. If you notice any errors please notify our Points Director Pamela Dyson or our Membership Director Cory Balsis, as soon as possible.

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End of Summer Showdown Rescheduled

September 11, 2018

With hurricane Florence expecting to make landfall this week, the End of Summer Showdown has been rescheduled to September 21-23. We apologize for any inconvenience, but feel that this change was necessary to ensure exhibitor safety and the success of the show. We look forward to seeing everyone September 21-23 in Culpeper.

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Remembering Bob Purks

August 20, 2018

The horse industry has lost another true horseman. Bob Purks of King George, Virginia is now with the master of all. He will be truly missed by the Virginia Quarter Horse Association, the Maryland State Quarter Horse Association and the Virginia Palomino Association just to name a few. Bob was a dedication horseman that dearly […]

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Help Us Nominate the 2018 VQHA Most Valuable Professional!!

July 23, 2018

It is time once again to choose this years VQHA Most Valuable Professional. This award is given by the AQHA to the Most Valuable Professional Horseman belonging to each state and provincial affiliate in recognition of service and support to that affiliate. Please submit the nomination form to Tina Stoher, no later than September 184, […]

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