Iowa woman active on horse show circuit

Jeff DeYoung
Aug 2, 2025
Aug 2, 2025

Chrissy Miller equestrian — Chrissy Miller grew up showing horses in 4-H and FFA, and for the last 11 years, she has shown horses on and off at the Iowa State Fair.
Photo courtesy Chrissy Miller

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GLENWOOD, Iowa — Summer months have always meant horse show season for Chrissy Miller.

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