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Gulf Coast MotorSports Magazine Keep Your Joy You can’t control what people do, what they say, but you can control how you respond. My message is very simple: quit giving away your joy. Quit letting the same people upset you. Quit letting the traffic, delays, the things that don’t work out frustrate you. Life is too short to live frustrated, upset over things that, many times, we have no control over. People have a right to have their opinions, but you have a right to ignore them. People have a right to be rude, but you have a right to stay happy.

When you’re comfortable with who you are, you’re not trying to impress people, not trying to be something that you’re not; then your uniqueness will come out. You’ll be more creative; you’ll see new doors open. The right people will show up, talent will come out in greater ways. You’ll step into the anointing on your life. Be you.

You’re powerful when you’re you. Here’s the key, nobody can beat you at being you.

Quit beating yourself up over the past. The enemy is called the accuser. He’d love for you to live in regrets, down on yourself, not enjoying the grace of God because you’re so focused on what you did wrong, the mistakes you’ve made, trying to hide the scars.

Those scars weren’t meant to be hidden. You have nothing to be ashamed of. You are forgiven; you are redeemed. The scar is a testimony of the mercy of God. “God will not allow things to happen that won’t somehow move you to your destiny.” … Joel Osteen

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Cruizin’ in the passin’ lane By: Jimbo “Things can change in an instant”; how many time have we heard that phrase!

Most of the time it pertains to a disaster affecting an individual or a town or maybe a country, but here we are with a our World wide event. Everyone is caught up in the affects of this pandemic. No need for me to express my opinion about the epidemic the News is covering that 24 hours a day. If there is any silver lining to this effort to keep us all home and away from each other, it is getting that “Honey-do list” done.

Almost all the events have been postponed and some just canceled out for the year. I keep www.gulfcoastmotorsports.com website up to date so you might want to check it out before you head off to a cruise-in or car show.

The car on the cover of this months magazine belongs to “Hot Rod Walt” Richards of the Psycho-Devilles fame. I’ve ask Walt to make the trip from Atlanta to play at the Atomic Blast April 25th and as of today (3/19) the show is still on.

Cabin fever or “Ratrod Fever” will be full blown by the middle of April and most of us will be ready to Party.. Can’t think of a better way to do it then havin’ a Blast with a real “Hot Rod” band the Psycho-Devilles https://psychodevilles.com/ check them out and

make plans to join us at the Atomic Blast April 24 & 25 Gulfport Dragway.

Jimbo, There is nothing the NSRA would rather be doing than be out on the road with our members showing their cars. However, the wellbeing of our members, staff and the many people working in the venues is always our top priority.

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Out of caution and due to increasing health concerns we are postponing the Southeast Street Rod Nationals in Tampa, Florida, Western Street Rod Nationals in Bakersfield, California and the Street Rod Nationals-South in Knoxville, Tennessee. Our Event Directors are working with the various venues to reschedule these events and the new dates will be announced as they are finalized.

The NSRA wants to thank you for your patience during this time.

All pre-registered participants will receive a letter from NSRA that will outline the process of participating in these rescheduled events.

When we have updated information on any of our events, NSRA will post that information here on our our Facebook page and also on the NSRA website www.nsra-usa.com.

Jimbo, I thought this might help out some of your military readers….

My son is a Marine stationed over seas and he recently received a "Dear John" letter from his girlfriend back home. It read as follows: Dear Ricky, I can no longer continue our relationship. The distance between us is just too great. I must admit that I have cheated on you twice since you've been gone, and it's not fair to either of us. I'm sorry. Please return the picture of me that I sent to you.

Love, Becky With hurt feelings, he asked his fellow Marines for any snapshots they could spare of their girlfriends, sisters, ex-girlfriends, aunts, cousins etc. In addition to the picture of Becky, Ricky included all the other pictures of the pretty gals he had collected from his buddies.

There were 57 photos in that envelope along with this note: Dear Becky, I'm so sorry, but I can't quite remember who the h*** you are.

Please take your picture from the pile, and send the rest back to me.

Take Care, Ricky Jimbo, You Know with all the crazy stuff going on in the world and most it based around religion, I’m reminded of this story.

Once there was a little old lady who lived next to me and she was very spiritual. She would step out on her porch every day, raise her arms to heaven and yell, "Praise the Lord."

One day, an atheist bought the house next door to her, and he became very irritated with the spiritual lady. So after a month or so of her yelling, "Praise the Lord" from her porch, he went outside on his porch and yelled back, "There is no Lord."

Yet, the little old lady continued and one cold, wintry day, when the little old lady couldn't get to the store, she went out on her porch, raised her hands up to heaven and said, "Help me Lord, I have no more money, it's cold, and I have no more food."

The next morning, she went outside, and there were three bags of food on the porch, enough to last her a week.

"Praise the Lord," she yelled.

The Atheist stepped out from the bushes and said, "There is no Lord! Ha ha ha, I bought those groceries!"

The little old lady raised her arms to heaven and said, "Praise the Lord! You sent me groceries and You made the devil pay for them."

"Life is not always the way it's supposed to be - it's the way it is... The way you cope with it is what makes the difference.” fter his plane was hit and he was forced to eject, a Marine Corps fighter pilot finally regained consciousness. He was in a hospital, in a lot of pain. He was in the ICU with tubes/IV drips in both arms, a breathing mask, wires monitoring every function, and a nurse hovering over him looking worried. It was obvious he was in a life-

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threatening situation.

The nurse gave him a serious look, straight into his eyes.

Knowing he was not only a fighter pilot, but a Marine, she spoke to him softly and slowly, enunciating each word: "You may not feel anything from the waist down."

Somehow he managed to mumble in reply, "Can I feel your boobs, then?"

And that, my friends, is a real positive attitude.

Till Next Month Jimbo

Stubborn Water Heaters

by Sean Dietrich I am sitting in a church pew. This chapel is empty. It's lunchtime, and I'm supposed to be meeting an old friend here since I am passing through town for a book tour. Gene is the father of a guy I grew up with, and he has always been good to me.

The church secretary told me to wait in the sanctuary. The lights are off. Sunlight comes through the stained glass windows.

The whole world has shut down because of the coronavirus.

Schools are closed. Restaurants have closed. Major League Baseball is cancelled. This morning, I saw a mile-long line of people outside a Birmingham grocery store. I don't know what they were buying, but they looked afraid.

Gene works at this tiny church. He is the maintenance man here.

It's a part-time gig since he is almost seventy-eight.

This church gets smaller every year. Some of the younger parishioners are trying to grow the congregation by promoting the church. But the elderly folks in the congregation aren't interested in this. “I'm not running ads,” the elderly preacher said at a recent meeting. “You don't have to advertise a fire.”

I hear the door open. Gene's sleeves are rolled up, he has dirt smudges on his forehead. He's holding a wrench. His white hair is a mess.

“Sorry,” he says. “I gotta cancel lunch, we're fixing the water heater.”

I follow him to the back room where three old men are crammed against a water heater. These are deacons. They are ticked off and fussing: “Hold the flashlight steady! I'm blind over here!”

“I'm trying, but your feet keep getting in the way.”

“GIMME THE WRENCH!” There is a special way old men gripe when they're fixing things and becoming frustrated. It's pure wrath. It spews out of them like poison. It happens to us all. You can take a soft spoken man who walks on water; who never cheats on his income taxes; who calls his mama four times per week; who always puts the toilet seat down; give him a clogged garbage disposal and this man will turn into Beelzebub.

I am standing at a distance, watching them work.

There is an art to watching other men do fix-it jobs. If you are a man, you don't watch, but you oversee.

Guys would never, for instance, merely watch another guy tune his carburetor. We would stand EXTREMELY close to him, sometimes leaning into his engine for moral support. We would offer helpful tips as though we minored in nuclear physics. “Hey Frank, have you tried twisting the defraculation nodule with the precipitator cuff valve?”

When we run out of things to say, we spit, or offer to get in there and help. But we are lying when we offer to help. We DO NOT want to help. Because this would mean that other men would then be giving us a steady stream of helpful advice, and then we might have to strangle them with a tape measure.

The water heater closet is flooded with an inch of water. The men are sloshing around, soaked to the bone, and filthy. And I am glad that I have something to think about today that isn't related to the coronavirus because it feels like the world has been flipped upside down.

I'm getting a lot of email from worried people. I got an email from a nineteen-year-old girl who is having panic attacks. And one from a single mother whose full-time job has been cancelled.

But all is well inside this little church. The old men are really going

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to town on this heater. These are Baptist men who grumble in the sort of way that only Baptists know how. They talk themselves right up to the edge of cussing, but never do.

“Dang this no good sunuva…”

It's beautiful. If you were raised Southern Baptist like me, you live for this kind of thing. An old man named Rick has taken to beating the water heater with a hammer and speaking with lots of near-cuss -words. This is a direct quote: “This no good piece… All I wanna do is… Line up the danged threads and kiss my… You piece of doo doo!”

By now, a Presbyterian would have said an actual bad word. An Episcopalian would have already left the church and bought a twelve-pack. But not this elderly Baptist. He actually said, “doo doo.”

This is the greatest day of my life.

By now our feet are splashing in a little river. Even the church secretary is watching. She is trying to make helpful suggestions but the old men aren't listening to her because what would she know?

“Hey,” she says, “shouldn't you turn off the electricity with all this standing water around?”

Women.

Finally, after an hour of struggling, it is finished. The water heater is fixed and it is a great day to be alive. Old men are shaking hands, slapping shoulders, high-fiving. The secretary has gotten togo sandwiches. The old men are all in the empty sanctuary, sitting on clean towels, eating.

One old man says grace. Men bow their heads. Nobody says a word for a solid minute. Everyone is quiet. We are all thinking about the same thing. We're thinking that in a few moments we will finish our sandwiches, leave this warm building, and rejoin an upsidedown and panicked world.

“Lord,” says an old man. “Even if all hell breaks loose, help us not to be afraid.”

Hear, hear. …….. Sent in by giff1500@

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A man and his dog were walking along a road. The man was enjoying the scenery, when it suddenly occurred to him that he was dead. He remembered dying, and that the dog walking beside him had been dead for years. He wondered where the road was leading them..

After a while, they came to a high, white stone wall along one side of the road. It looked like fine marble. At the top of a long hill, it was broken by a tall arch that glowed in the sunlight.

When he was standing before it he saw a magnificent gate in the arch that looked like mother-of-pearl, and the street that led to the gate looked like pure gold. He and the dog walked toward the gate, and as he got closer, he saw a man at a desk to one side.

When he was close enough, he called out, 'Excuse me, where are we?'

'This is Heaven, sir,' the man answered.

Would you happen to have some water?' the man asked.

Of course, sir. Come right in, and I'll have some ice water brought right up'. The man gestured, and the gate began to open.

'Can my friend,' gesturing toward his dog, 'come in, too?' the traveler asked.

'I'm sorry, sir, but we don't accept pets.'

The man thought a moment and then turned back toward the road and continued the way he had been going with his dog.

After another long walk, and at the top of another long hill, he came to a dirt road leading through a farm gate that looked as if it had never been closed. There was no fence. As he approached the gate, he saw a man inside, leaning against a tree and reading a book.

'Excuse me!' he called to the man. 'Do you have any water?'

'Yeah, sure, there's a pump over there, come on in..'

'How about my friend here?' the traveler gestured to the dog.

There should be a bowl by the pump.'

They went through the gate, and sure enough, there was an oldfashioned hand pump with a bowl beside it. The traveler filled the water bowl and took a long drink himself, then he gave some to the dog.

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When they were full, he and the dog walked back toward the man who was standing by the tree.

'What do you call this place?' the traveler asked.

This is Heaven,' he answered.

'Well, that's confusing,' the traveler said. 'The man down the road said that was Heaven, too.'

'Oh, you mean the place with the gold street and pearly gates?

Nope. That's hell.'

'Doesn't it make you mad for them to use your name like that?'

'No, we're just happy that they screen out the folks who would leave their best friends behind.'

Just for a moment let this view remind us all what we hold dear to our hearts. Being a Christian is believing in the message of forgiveness and willingness to honor he who has risen.

Our life as we know it may just be the school of our future... some will pass, some will fail. We all start out with the teachings of our village in hopes of entering his kingdom.

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By: Joyce Lachaussee With all that is going on in our nation with the Corona Virus, we hope this finds you and your family well and pray for continued health for everyone. We pray this situation will quickly pass and soon be just an unpleasant memory.

I hope this article will bring a smile to your face and remember better times are ahead. We had a great turn out at the Hardee's Breakfast Cruise. There were over 40 cars/trucks that made the cruise.

Thankfully the weather cooperated. We had 50's music and lots of camaraderie.

It was refreshing to see Judson Godfrey show up with his 1972 C10.had it 3 years and he and his dad did all the mechanical work. They had it painted by Boone's Body Shop. He would like to add to make his collection larger. He may already be a victim of the disease all car aficionados have - you can never have enough! His friend, Kase Allgood, came with him and said he doesn't have an old truck but sure wants one. Both young men are Seniors in High School. It's good to see young people interested in this hobby. We hope to see you both again soon.

Evis Cochran from Semmes brought this 1957 Chevy.

He has had it 1-1/2 years and did all the mechanical work. It's a 6 cylinder - “3 on a tree�. He is new to this hobby. He said he just recently got interested in collecting and restoration work. I should warn him that he too may catch the costly car disease.

Thanks to everyone for coming to the cruise in. It's an enjoyable time for all of us. Unfortunately, the current situation throughout our country with the Corona Virus dictates we all take extraordinary steps to protect ourselves and others. With that said, the Hardee's Breakfast Cruise In is CANCELLED for next month. Notice and info will be made on FACEBOOK when the Cruise will begin again.

STAY SAFE! May the Lord bless and keep each of you in this difficult time.

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We were the only family with children in the restaurant. I sat Erik in a high chair and noticed everyone was quietly sitting and talking.

Suddenly, Erik squealed with glee and said, 'Hi.' He pounded his fat baby hands on the high chair tray. His eyes were crinkled in laughter and his mouth was bared in a toothless grin, as he wriggled and giggled with merriment.

I looked around and saw the source of his merriment. It was a man whose pants were baggy with a zipper at half-mast and his toes poked out of would-be shoes. His shirt was dirty and his hair was uncombed and unwashed. His whiskers were too short to be called a beard and his nose was so varicose it looked like a road map.

We were too far from him to smell, but I was sure he smelled..

His hands waved and flapped on loose wrists.. 'Hi there, baby; hi there, big boy. I see ya, buster,' the man said to Erik.

My husband and I exchanged looks, 'What do we do?'

Erik continued to laugh and answer, 'Hi.' Everyone in the restaurant noticed and looked at us and then at the man. The old geezer was creating a nuisance with my beautiful baby. Our meal came and the man began shouting from across the room, 'Do ya patty cake? Do you know peek-a-boo? Hey, look, he knows peek- a-boo.'

Nobody thought the old man was cute. He was obviously drunk.

My husband and I were embarrassed. We ate in silence; all except for Erik, who was running through his repertoire for the admiring skid-row bum, who in turn, reciprocated with his cute comments.

We finally got through the meal and headed for the door. My husband went to pay the check and told me to meet him in the parking lot. The old man sat poised between me and the door.

'Lord, just let me out of here before he speaks to me or Erik,' I prayed. As I drew closer to the man, I turned my back trying to sidestep him and avoid any air he might be breathing. As I did, Erik leaned over my arm, reaching with both arms in a baby's 'pick-meup' position. Before I could stop him, Erik had propelled himself from my arms to the man.

Suddenly a very old smelly man and a very young baby consummated their love and kinship. Erik in an act of total trust, love, and submission laid his tiny head upon the man's ragged shoulder. The man's eyes closed, and I saw tears hover beneath his lashes. His aged hands full of grime, pain, and hard labor, cradled my baby's bottom and stroked his back. No two beings have ever loved so deeply for so short a time.

I stood awestruck. The old man rocked and cradled Erik in his arms and his eyes opened and set squarely on mine. He said in a firm commanding voice, 'You take care of this baby.'

Somehow I managed, 'I will,' from a throat that contained a stone.

He pried Erik from his chest, lovingly and longingly, as though he were in pain. I received my baby, and the man said, 'God bless you, ma'am, you've given me my Christmas gift.'

I said nothing more than a muttered thanks. With Erik in my arms, I ran for the car. My husband was wondering why I was crying and holding Erik so tightly, and why I was saying, 'My God, my God, forgive me.'

I had just witnessed Christ's love shown through the innocence of a tiny child who saw no sin, who made no judgment; a child who saw a soul, and a mother who saw a suit of clothes. I was a Christian who was blind, holding a child who was not.. I felt it was God asking, 'Are you willing to share your son for a moment?' when He shared His for all eternity. How did God feel when he put his baby in our arms 2000 years ago.

The ragged old man, unwittingly, had reminded me, 'To enter the Kingdom of God, we must become as little children.'

I have had a tough few weeks with my recent plans. I had hoped to spend Mardi Gras day at the Gulfport Dragway, due to some rainy conditions the night before the races were cancelled. I had been looking forward to once again helping and participating with the Misfits at the annual Gnat Nationals in good old Bay St. Louis. However, again that plan and hope was dashed when I developed a stomach bug the weekend before, which held me hostage for almost 2 weeks. I had also had plans to get some paint on the doors of the big truck project during the few days of great dry weather we had, and the stomach bug took that out too. Oh well the best laid plans sometimes go south.

I do however see warmer weather and I expect to be on track and on the road going to cruise nights and shows real soon. I do enjoy supporting the various causes all of these fun with cars events help. I also see the future of the Big Truck project getting further along, and making some positive steps in rolling under its own power.

All of this so-called free time has given me the opportunity to remember some of the people that had a great influence on my life in this hobby. And I am sure many of you have similar folks in your lives. I had a recent discussion with a dear friend regarding the early days of racing. He fondly remembered and related some old tales concerning his racing past. The one thing I took from this was, in the early days of drag racing it was not about cubic dollars and how much one could spend on go fast parts. It was about creativity and backyard engineering, and good old-fashioned trial and error.

There were no speed shops in the early days in drag racing.

There were machinists yes, and there were good mechanics too.

But there were also young folks that were figuring out how to go fast with what little they had access to. Then it seems they all met up and lo and behold machinists and mechanics and these crazy hot rod kids started combining ideas, and going faster started to be a big thing. Machine shops had new clients; mechanics as well started fixing things the youngsters couldn't. So, it was a win win win situation. The early hot rodders soon started learning from the machinists and the mechanics as well and became better at finding solutions to their need for speed. Thus, the racing industry's early pioneers were born.

One could surmise this process took place in most all populated urban areas, and even in the farmlands. But again, I reiterate the early days of racing were not so much about what one could spend, but just the pure enjoyment of getting to the finish before the other guy. Sure, all of the knowledge gained and shared led to bigger and better ideas. But the guys and gals in early racing enjoyed doing this with what they had at their disposal and little to no funding. Many worked weekly jobs and played and spent most of what they made on food and scrap parts to go to the tracks (if they could find one) and raced on the weekends.

I've got a whole lot more to go on this subject so stay tuned and I will attempt to wrap this up next month. Thanks much old friend for the inspiration.

Later from the Queens Castle‌‌‌. Gizmo

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After some cold/damp winter events the weekends are starting to get warm, sunny and busy again with events happening everywhere. All you gotta do is get out and Just Cruise.

We made some winter cruise ins and a few of them were a little slow but not everyone rides fulltime. But a few of the regular shows have started kicking off. They'll all start getting nice with better weather.

We started this month at the Long Beach Harbor, I'm not gonna say it was cold I'll say more like freezing hahaha..

The next stop for us was the VFW Show in Bay Saint Louis for the Veterans. One of the shows we never miss. Great weather around 70 cars/trucks showed up to support the Veterans program.

Also a few pictures of keeping the kids (Raylen in model “A�, Breckin "working" on project truck) involved in the cars and events.

Remember to watch for our friends out riding their bikes.

Allen

Our next big show was also in Bay Saint Louis for the Misfits Street Krewzers 22nd. annual Gnat Nationals show benefiting CASA of Hancock county, Hancock senior citizens and Kings kitchen. They had some great food along with music, games, awards, action and coloring contest for the kids. They also had great weather and excellent support with 165 plus cars/trucks come out to support them.

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Passin’ The Tools Every month I scratch my head as my brain tries to come up with something clever to communicate to you. “Trunk Tales by Cubby” has been in print for 10 years now and during that period I have scratched my head until I have areas that are balding. This month as I was pondering what might entertain you, and thoughts about having my “Imaginary protégé, Daniel Still” write the article crossed my mind, but I felt you might conclude that was too odd. I had an idea that came from a recent survey I took along the interstate. You might be amused, I thought, by an accounting of the empty beverage cans discarded on the roadway and a competitive count of “Coors Light” cans vs “Budweiser” and “Coca-Cola” cans vs “Pepsi-Cola” cans. This too appeared to be a senseless topic. It occurred to me I could write about “Goodyear’s” claims that a single wheel-spinning standing start can eliminate as much as 1000 miles of useful tread life from a tire. (This would plausibly explain why they only drag race for a quarter mile.) That idea would have made for a short article. I decided to go to the garage and work on something, hoping some great idea would confront me, and it did. While in the garage, a search for a tool I had misplaced, and now needed, ensued. Because it could not be located, this aggravating situation became inspiration for this article. I hope you can relate to the frustration caused by misplacing this tool and not being able to readily locate it.

Most of us fella’s do a fair amount of wrenching either for work or a hobby or both. I have been advised that one can tell a lot about a guy by the type of tools he has, their brands, their condition, and if their toolbox is tidy or untidy.

I tested this theory on myself and my toolbox. The one I am referring to is my stand-up toolbox in the garage, not the ones I carry in each of my three vehicles. I will concede that they are a mess.

Turns out that my main toolbox in the garage is a mess, too, and to illustrate that, here is a photo taken before I wrote this article and before I began a total alteration.

You will notice a before and after photo. Now I have to get the entire garage reorganized!

To look at the box’s total disarray suggests an untidy mind, to which I plead guilty. I am a writer, which means my only real obligations are to spell properly, maintain good sentence structure, and die when I am supposed to. If you expect tidiness, you should look toward a valet! However, to some people I suspect such disorganization suggests the tool box owner is not terribly bright. Not guilty! Do we define an intellectual as a person that outlines his tools on a pegboard?

To tell you some of the things I found under the top lid, which contained such an abundance of items that the lid would not close, would be embarrassing. I will share some of the discomforting items,

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such as the paint stirrer attachment that belongs with my drill, the tool I fabricated to suck the lint out of the dryer vent, and the knife sharpener I have been searching for the last 7 months. Why would I have put them there? They have their own home. No better time to put items in a logical arrangement in the tool box than now, it appears.

Flat blade screwdrivers were already in the drawer where they belong. Phillips screwdrivers were in the Phillips screwdriver drawer, along with an ice pick! (Why was an ice pick in the Phillips screwdriver drawer?) Open-end wrenches were in the proper drawer, but not properly placed by descending size in their racks, along with Allen wrenches which belong in that drawer, closed-end wrenches were properly stored, and the sockets were on their organizers and in their own drawer, with metric and SAE separated.

Then I started looking more closely at the items in the drawers. I discovered the screwdriver that my grandfather Hole made and passed down to me, along with a ballpein hammer he made. My grandfather Hole was a tool and die maker for Delco-Remy when he was alive. These were items I had not thought about or used for a long time. I proudly display the vise and anvil he made and gave me when I was 16 atop the steel workbench that my father made in high school shop class.

These are the focal point of my workshop. I had a flashback memory of my grandfather Brown working at his workbench inside the well-house in his back yard. My memories flew to the old wooden chest that he kept his tools in, which is now in my garage. I opened it up and peered inside. There were his tools, along with old measuring sticks and

old measuring tapes, and gauges. He had a fixation for exact measurements as did all of the relatives that lived before me. I sat back and thought about the Chocolate Labrador, Chocky. This was the dog my grandfather had on the farm the entire time I was growing up. That dog was old, but was always by my side when I visited. He was a great friend to me from the time I was a little tyke, until the time I left home. I loved that old dog, and I loved my grandparents and all the good times with them. Seeing these tools took me back to that time.

The fact that I am messy and frequently misplace my tools developed into a positive thing this time. Reliving wonderful memories from long ago is essential for good mental health. The next time you are in your garage or storage building staring at your tools scattered around, think about people of your past that passed them down to you, used them alongside you, or that you just came into contact with because you were using these tools. They may be dirty and greasy but they may help you relive pleasurable memories of times past.

“When you put down the good things you ought to have done, and leave out the bad ones you did do—well, that’s Memoirs.” Will Rogers (1879-1935).

Gotta Cruise!

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Hello Everyone, We wanted to reach out and let everyone know that we are watching local and well as National news to keep an eye on the Coronavirus. As of now, our event is still going to happen. If we determine that it would be best to cancel or postpone, we will. But as of today, we are continuing with our plans to host the event. You can still pre -register for the discounted price of $60 up until April 30th. You can do so by regular mail. Just print a form from our website http://cruisincajuncountry.com or online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cruisin-cajun-country-2020-registration-63703594165 In the event that we cancel or post pone you will have the option to receive a full refund or move your registration to the next event. That will be up to you.

On to even bigger news!!

THE ITINERARY!!!

Wednesday: Gathering of friends to dine out at either Duffy's or The Boiling Point. There will be a full menu of options at either restaurant and it's Dutch treat.

Thursday: AVERY ISLAND home of Tabasco and Jungle Gardens! That's right, we are taking you to the hottest part of Louisiana. There is a factory tour and museum that takes you on a journey to see where the products are made and shipped all over the world. There is also a Jungle Gardens tour where you will take a self guided tour through the gardens and experience the beauty and tranquility of the ancient oaks and bayous. (Minimal fee to take each tour).

Thursday Night: Cajun French Music Association party at Club La Louisiane'. Music and food $10/person. Tickets will be on sale at Registration Wednesday and Thursday

Downtown Franklin

Shadowlawn

Friday: Poker Run Through St Mary Parish. First stop is the Wedell Williams Aviation Museum in Patterson, LA. Free admission to registered guests.

Then you can head over to Franklin where they are celebrating their 200th anniversary in the Historic Downtown area. There are lots of landmarks and history to take in. It's a beautiful place to see. While in Franklin, you can visit Shadowlawn Antebellum Home and take a Tour, see "The Old Post Office", The Todd Art Studio, The French Door Gift Shop, The Bargain Barn Flee Market and Sheek and Shabby.

There will be parking up and down the streets of Downtown so you can park and walk to any and all of these cool places.

Lunch will be at The Forest Restaurant in Franklin (all inclusive seafood buffet, drink, Dessert and tip $16/person) Lagniappe: Legnon's Engine display in Jeanerette, Cypress Bayou Casino in Baldwin, Captain Caviar Swamp Tour in Patterson Friday Night-Bouligny Plaza with DJ and meal by the CCC cooking crew, free to all registered guests Saturday: Poker Run Through New Iberia!

We will start out with at Musson Patout Auto Dealership with Cars and Coffee. We will have a special presentation that morning. Then you can head on over to Jefferson Island take a tour of their beautiful grounds,. You can visit Shadows on the Teche, a historic home and tour it. In addition you can go and see the oldest working rice mill in the world, Konriko. They have a guided tour as well.

Lunch Suggestions: You can pick your favorite but may we suggest Bon Creole Lagniappe-River Pecans, Books Along the Teche, Taunt NaNa's Flea Market, Downtown shopping, The Bayou Teche Museum Downtown New Iberia

Saturday Night-We will be hosting a closing banquet with music and food provide free to our registered guests.

We will keep you posted as things develop. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

Any questions can be directed through email at cruisincajuncountry@gmail.com, our Facebook via messenger or submit a question through the website http://cruisincajuncountry.com/ Merci Beau Coup!

Kim

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By: Terry

Mason Barfield

It's Sunday night, I just got in from surf fishing for Pompano, Red Fish at Pensacola Beach and the world is going crazy with the Corona Virus. We got the Panama City Beach car show in, but lost the New Roads show to the Governor's cancelation of the show Friday afternoon, after I had already checked in to the hotel in New Roads.

Before I get started, I want to thank William Smith Paint and Body Shop in Gulfport, MS for sponsoring this column for over 8 years. I used to work with just about all the body shops in South MS. William Smith is the one that I trust to do all my paint and body work. William is talented, puts out great work, but the most important thing is he is honest. I have watched how he treats his customers and how he is a man of his word. I'm old school and I like that, I like William. There would not be a 17 FOREVER column without William Smith. Thank you brother! If you need work done, call William, he will work you in…

For Emerald Coast Cruizin…I drove from Pensacola, FL to Gulfport, MS Tuesday night and slept in my shop to knock twohours of drive time of my trip on Wednesday. I took off about 7am, after a good breakfast, to Panama City Beach. It rained on me from Pensacola to Panama City Beach. Got there after lunch and got the trailer set up. My hotel for this trip was The Palmetto on the beach, our room was on the 6th floor, what a view and great sound of the waves crashing. My assistant Carol came in Wednesday night, we used to date as teenagers. Thursday morning we finished the setup and got cranking with the Hot Rod Show to drizzling rain all day.

Friday was great, partly sunny. We got the Mega 50/50 going and I played the Hot Rod Show until 1 pm.

Todd Allen Herendeen took the stage with his tributes to Elvis, Roy Orbison and Johnny Cash. Todd is a great entertainer; he also has a local dinner theater in Panama City Beach called the Todd Allen Herendeen Theater and does quite well with it.

Dennis Gage was there with My Classic Car, his interview I did was really good, got to turn the tables on him and interview him instead of Dennis interviewing someone. Dennis is coming back to Emerald Coast Cruizin in November to actually film My Classic Car. If you come to Emerald Coast Cruizin you have an opportunity for Dennis to notice your car and possibility get it on his show.

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Stacey David with Gearz TV Show was also there, what a neat guy. Both Dennis and Stacey David signed autographs, took photos with the fans and kissed babies.

Saturday was beautiful weather wise, I did the interview with Stacey David and it was very interesting. I also learned Stacey can sing, plus he has a band and he is bringing them to the November Emerald Coast Cruizin show. They are real good.

Both Dennis and Stacey were big hits with the cruisers. Tommy Townsend performed Saturday at the show, The Hot Rod Show played before and after, Tommy is the former lead singer for the Waylon Jennings Band.

We also had the first classic car “how to” teacher that I ever saw on TV, Sam Memmolo with us at the show. Shadetree Mechanic, Two Guys Garage, Motorhead Garage just some of the TV shows with Sam. Also his radio show Sam's Garage.

Sam taught a Tech Seminar at Emerald Coast Cruizin, free for cruisers, Voltmeter 101 “Dynamic Voltage Drop Diagnosis” Friday and Saturday. Sam will be teaching these how to seminars at each upcoming Emerald Coast Cruizin Car Event, they are very popular, be sure and sign up early at each show.

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Our Mega 50/50 was over $6,000. I stayed an extra day and just unwound. Emerald Coast Cruizin is such an awesome show I enjoy doing twice a year.

The very next weekend it was The New Roads Street Festival Car Show in New Roads, LA a little old town down on the False River. This was my 5th year to do this show. I made it to town, got checked into the hotel before the Governor's proclaimed that all events involving 250 or more people were immediately canceled. It would have been a great show, the weather was awesome! It will be rescheduled for a future date.

Update of my appearance on Iron Resurrection TV Show on Motortrend Network, according to Amanda “Mandi” Martin, it will be episode 10, the season finale.

Don't know how much time I'll get, I guess that is left to the editing. I believe between 5 and 30 seconds, but that is only a guess. Iron Resurr ec tion Wednesday nights at 8 pm CST. Joe and Amanda Martin are also thinking about doing a car show at their shop in Johnson City, outside Austin, TX. Mandi asked for a quote for me to come do their show. I gave her one, but travel expense is high for that trip, so far away. We are also still talking with the promoter in the Caribbean about doing those three car shows but we are running out of time for this season and the Corona Virus opens a new can of worms on getting it done.

My next car show is Burning Up The Beaches Thursday April 30, Friday May 1 and Saturday May 2 at Destin Commons Shopping Center in Destin, FL. This show is presented by The Arc of the Emerald Coast and it's all for charity. Love doing this show.

Enjoy the photos from Emerald Coast Cruizin, the fall show dates are November 11-14. Credit Rob Cole, Larry Crain and yours truly with some of these photos from the car show.

Work wise I've been working from home for a week now and expect to be doing it for a while due to COVID-19. Wash your hands, don't touch your face and use hand sanitizer, otherwise all we can do is to put it into God's hands, in Jesus name. I wish you and your family safety from this pandemic and I hope we can all get through this and put it behind us. 17 FOREVER, you either live there or you don't…if you read the column you are on your way… and we'll see you down the road. til next month…

Terry terrymasonbarfield@gmail.com Facebook: Terry Mason's Hot Rod Show Hear a demo of the Hot Rod Show on Facebook by searching for Terry Mason's Hot Rod Show” and “Like Us” while you're there or search for “Terry Mason's Hot Rod Show” on YouTube.com for the show demo or contact Terry @ 228.669.8122 Years ago, when Boudreaux and Marie were high school sweethearts, they were sitting on her parent’s front porch talking about the future.

Marie said, “Boudreaux, when we get married, I want to share all you worries, you troubles, and help lighten you burden.”

Boudreaux says, “Dat's very kind of you cher, but I don’t have no worries or troubles me.”

Said Marie, “Well, dat’s because we aren’t married yet.” ….EasyCajun

The Unexpected Stranger

by Sean Dietrich It's late. She's driving. She's on her way home. There's something in the road. She hits it. She swerves. She loses control of the car. A loud crash. A bounce. She's going downhill. She's rolling. Her car is really rolling. She screams. And in this moment, she's thinking, “I wish I could tell my children I love them.”

Funny. In critical moments, nobody says to themselves: “I wish I had better retirement options.”

She's tumbling down an embankment toward the icy water below, thinking simple things. Like the day she slid a ring onto her husband's finger and promised to love him until death. She thinks about holding her newborn daughter. The same daughter who was born with an extra digit on her left hand. A “supernumerary finger” doctors called it. She thinks about how she nicknamed her daughter “Six.” And how the name stuck, even after surgeons removed the appendage. She remembers her son. And Little League games. And the day after school, when he told her that he'd found hair in his armpits.

One second. That's all it takes. One second to relive her entire life. How strange. Only a few minutes ago, her life felt permanent.

And now, it's too short.

Her car hits water. She is upside down, dangling. Blood in her eyes. She is too beat-up to even cry. She is falling in and out of sleep. The water is above her head. Then it's touching her hair.

Then her forehead. Then her eyebrows. Her nose. In her stupor she manages to say one word before she's submerged. A threeletter name which, despite what many claim, has nothing to do with politics, wars, or religion.

She swallows a lot of water. The world goes black. Then. Sharp sickness in her gut. It is overwhelming. A burning in her lungs. A headache which feels like she's had an argument with a hammer.

“I'm alive,” she's thinking. Her eyes open. She coughs up foultasting river water. She sees him. He is big. Black. Broad shoulders, thick hands. He is using his palms to press on her sternum. “Stay with me,” he's shouting. She trusts him.

There is something about his face. She wants to fall asleep, but he won't let her. “Stay with me!” he says. The next thing she knows, she's over his shoulder. She can see his feet. He isn't wearing any shoes-she remembers this. Barefoot. He carries her uphill. She catches a glimpse of her crumbled vehicle, sinking into the river. She can hardly believe it. He places her on the pavement, leans her against a guardrail. “Don't close your eyes,” he says. “Stay with me.” She sees blue lights, flashing. He tells her it's going to be okay. He touches her face.

She remembers a lot from that night. She remembers the EMTs. She remembers a bumpy ambulance ride. She even remembers the anesthesia before surgery. She remembers asking emergency workers about the man who saved her.

“Man?” one deputy answered. “It was MY patrol car that found you, ma'am. We found you all alone.”

“No,” she insisted. “There was a man who… Who saved me.”

The deputies only looked at each other. “No ma'am,” they said.

“We didn't see any cars around that area but yours.”

I know sometimes you think you're alone in this world.

You're not.

Sent in by giff1500@

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Brief Cord History By: Andy Switzer In November of 1935 the New York Auto Show was being held.

The local newspaper headline was “Crowds Stood on Oldsmobiles to Get a Glimpse of the New Cord.” The car was named after the President of Auburn Car Company, Errett L Cord. The Cord was nicknamed “The Baby Duesenberg” mainly because it was manufactured in the Duesenberg factory in Connersville, Indiana with hopes that it would boost the struggling Duesenberg line.

The car also got nicknamed the Coffin Nose due to its long coffin looking hood.

The 1936 Cord was a car of many first. One of the first cars with front wheel drive, unitized body, and no running boards. The car sat lower to the ground than most other cars, giving it a look different to what people were familiar with. Hide away headlights, hidden radio antenna, horn ring on the steering wheel, and most unusual, the pre-selector semiautomatic transmission was all new to the automobile industry.

The price of the low end 1935 Cord started at $1995.00 and up to $3595.00 for a supercharged phaeton. Orders quickly outpaced the factory's capabilities and bronze Cord models were given to waiting customers to help calm the anxiety. Cord came with a 288.6 cubic inch Lycoming V-8, which was mounted in the car backwards due to the front wheel drive. The standard engine was rated at 125hp and the supercharged option at 170hp.

Approximately 2320 cars were manufactured between 1936 and 1937. Five body styles were available which were a 5 passenger Westchester Sedan, 2 passenger convertible coupe, 5 passenger Convertible Phaeton Coupe, Coupe, and a 4 passenger Beverly Sedan.

The Cord was designed by Gordon Buehrig. He worked with the Packard Motor Company and General Motors before going to The Duesenberg Company. The influence of the aviation industry is present in the fender pontoons as well as the instrument panel.

The most unique feature of the Cord was the semi-automatic transmission which also added to its demise. The transmissions were problematic from day one. The operator could pre-select a gear while driving and the transmission would shift when the clutch was depressed. The shifting was done mechanically using vacuum cylinders. After closing of the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Company, the left-over transmissions were sold to the Tucker Company and used in the Tucker automobile. Cord's body molds were sold to Hupmobile to produce the Skylark and Graham Hollywood.

1936 Model 810 Westchester I purchased this car from my father-in-law around 30 years ago.

He had bought a Cord in 1937 because at the time, my future mother-in-law refused to go on a date with him because of the car he was driving. My father-in-law was driving 1931 Bantam Delivery Sedan which was used by K&B drugstore for deliveries.

Remember those days when stuff was delivered. It was that ugly K&B purple with black spray paint over the logo. Even back in the 1930s we bought cars to impress the opposite sex.

When I started the restoration of this car 30 years ago just about

everything on the car was frozen. It had sat in a museum for over 25 years. Everything on the car needed rebuilding. The big challenge was to adhere to originality. Many trips to other Cord owners and the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum to gather information was made.

Even damage done during Hurricane Katrina caused a partial repaint.

In March of 2018 at an Antique Automobile Club of America car show in Mobile, AL, our Cord took a Senior First Place. In November of 2019 our Cord was nominated for an AACA National Award. We were notified in January that we had won the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Award. Award presentation was held during the National AACA Convention in Philadelphia, PA in February. My wife Deanne and I felt extremely honored to receive this award.

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CLOSE CALLS By: John Poore We'll call these events “close calls” as they surely seem to be that!

But most likely they are evidence of God's having His way and bringing about His plan in His own good time. He has a purpose for each of us and He is in control.

The first “close call” was during the summer of 1958. A friend and I picked up a couple of girls and headed out to Bogue Homa Lake.

It was on a Saturday afternoon and we figured we would see someone there whom we would know who would have a boat and take us for a ride. On the way there we realized that we had forgotten to take a camera so we went back to one of the girl's house to get hers. We were in my buddy's dad's 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 with a 312 cu and the power of 245 horses. That was a lot of horse power in those days and his girlfriend persuaded my friend to let her drive. Have I mentioned that she was 15 or 16 years old and had no license? We were going about 50 mph when she hit the passing gear and lost control of the car. We left the road, hit a culvert and flipped 5 or 6 times, landing upside down. The man in whose yard we landed saw the whole thing and told us we had flipped that many times. No one was killed and only because the Lord was watching over us and no one was hurt.

In the late spring of 1973 I had moved back from the coast and had gone to work as a welder for M&E Sales. My bossman's cousin who was a classmate of mine from high school lived in Jackson. My boss wanted me to go to see him there. I borrowed my dad's Chevy Cheyenne for the trip. It was a custom job with a 350 cu engine and a 255 horse power motor complete with a camper package. I had admired it and was already in the process of buying it from my dad.

Before heading out to Jackson, I stopped at the package store for a 5th of Old Crow. Then in Jackson my date and I went to a couple of bars where we had a few drinks and danced a while. When I took her to her mom's house and started to leave for home, she tried to get me to sleep over on their couch and not drive home before sobering up some. I refused and left for home around midnight. I got as far as Brandon when a Mississippi highway patrolman pulled me over in the middle of town. I had been doing 70 mph thru town but he let me go with only a warning. It was time for his shift to end, so he just told me to be more careful going home. By the time I got to Raleigh I was too sleepy as well as too drunk to be driving and I went to sleep….left the road and hit an oak tree. The last time I had looked at the speedometer, I was doing 75 mph! I was later told that the tree was over 100 years old and bigger around than I could reach with both arms. Needless to say it hadn't budged when I hit it but my head had gone thru the windshield. I had not been wearing a seat belt and was knocked out for a while. When I woke up, I could not get the doors to open but had the window open for cool air to keep me awake. It was 1:30 in the morning and all I could do was to call out real loudly for help. The town marshal (today's police) apparently heard me and came and got me out of the truck. He took me to the Raleigh Hospital emergency room. They got glass out of my scalp, sewed me up and kept me there for 3-4 days. In the meantime my dad and brother-in-law went to the junkyard to see about his truck and they found my empty Old Crow bottle under the seat. There was another pickup just like mine, same color and model at the same junk yard. A lady had recently been killed in it.

The Lord had been watching out for me again!

Then in 1989 the good Lord saved me yet a 3rd time! It was in the summer of that year and I had a 1970 Chevelle SS. It had a 402 cubic engine big block and was more like a race car. It only had one bucket seat, no carpet, open exhaust with no muffler and a new red paint job with white stripes, It was slick but I wanted a street car and a friend wanted my Chevelle so he watched from my driveway as I drove it down the street. The motor was cold and the big block was busting up some, but I gassed it past them and backed it down CR 8 where it crossed CR 151. I tried it again and this time it went fast.

The road had a fresh cover of rocks that were thick on the edge of the road. I was going pretty fast and as I let off the gas, the back end of the car got in those rocks and I lost control of the car! It went sideways about 700 feet, hit a bank and flipped over, landing upside

down. That landing flattened the top of the car but I walked away again, even tho I had been without a helmet and not in a seat belt.

The good Lord was watching over me yet again!

Then in the summer of 1990, I was at my girlfriend Nell's house putting a tag on her car when I had a bad asthma attack. She, who has now been my wife for 28 years, called an ambulance. It came but passed her driveway and she ran out to the road to flag it down.

By the time the EMTs got into the house, I was on the floor not breathing. After failing to fully revive me, they loaded me into the ambulance and rushed me with lights flashing and sirens blaring to the emergency room. A neighbor stayed back to close up the house for Nell who road without a seatbelt in the front of the ambulance.

While one paramedic worked on me the driver took less than 15 minutes to get to the hospital. When he asked Nell if she'd ever ridden that fast in the red Chevelle under her carport, she laughingly told him “Oh yes! And faster!”. Dr. Wallace, my pulmonary specialist, told Nell to call my family in and as he was about to connect me, already blue, to life support, I started breathing. God had saved me yet another time!

Then in 2000 or 2001, (hard to recall which), I came to “close call” number 5. After having had several beers at a friend's house, I had headed home on a rainy and wet Hwy 15. Right at the Tullahoma Creek bridge my '95 Caprice Classic hydroplaned off of the road, hit a light pole cable, spun around 5 or 6 times and landed, nose first in the creek. The front half of the car went under water with only the rear of it visible from the highway. Water came in pretty fast, and the door could not be opened! I was able to crawl onto the back seat and open a back door to get out. I walked back to my friend's house and he gave me a ride home. The rest is another story, but the good Lord had saved me yet again. “ Close call” #6 I remember quite well. It happened at Memphis on the 13th and 14th of 2013. My son and I had gone to Memphis to the Super Chevy show. We had been the year before and had taken the Grumpy car and won TOP 10 Editor's Choice out of 527 cars entered. What an honor that had been for me and my son Billy!

Then in 2013 we decided to see if we could do it again. So on Friday we headed out for Memphis. We went to the track, unloaded the car and trailer and then went to our motel in West Memphis, Arkansas. The next morning we went to McDonald's for breakfast. I got a sausage biscuit and a cup of coffee. When we got to the track, I was hurting in my chest but I thought it was just indigestion.

Neither Rolaids, Mylanta or anything I tried helped. I gave it to midmorning to get better but my son told me that if I did not let the EMT at the track check me out, he was going to take me to the emergency room. I went to the EMT who told me I was having a heart attack! He put nitro under my tongue and gave me a blood thinning shot in my stomach. They took me to a north Memphis hospital where doctors ran tests and hooked me up to a heart monitor. That was on a Saturday and they planned a heart cath for Monday. I told them that if I was to have surgery I wanted it to be done in Mississippi. Monday and Tuesday came and went with no heart cath and I told them that if it had not been done by Wednesday, I was going to Laurel, Ms. They said that if I did, the insurance would not pay. My wife and daughter had been in Memphis since Sunday, so around lunch I checked myself out of the hospital and headed for Jasper County. My wife rode with my son and I with my daughter. We prayed all the way home for God to spare my life and He did so again. After about 7 hours of riding we got home but as soon as stepped my foot on the carpet, it hit me again! Nell told me not to go in but to get back in the car and they took me straight to South Central Regional Medical Center emergency room. They worked on me and called my doctor. They did the heart cath that night and sent me to Forrest General the next day. After a few more tests, I had surgery on Thursday. Did really well so they sent me home on Sunday.

All of the wrecks I have had, except for the 1st one were alcohol related. Perhaps they did get my attention. I hope the telling of these “close calls” may help someone else to find the Lord and to draw closer to Him. I have been fooling with cars for 60 years and turned 79 years young in March. ………. John Poor

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By Candy Cocktail

Colnic Design has recently gained attention and appreciation for its unique designs, merging artwork with Motorsports.

Netherlands native Jos Hammer is the scrap metal artist behind Colnic Design.

His unique sculptures, made from old iron scrapmetal and motorcycle parts, include pieces such as raptors, flowers, animals, sewing machine hot rods and even his own twist on beloved characters from Harry Potter. The 39 year old father of two named the website and Facebook page after his sons. He merged their names, Colin and Nick, to create Colnic Designs.

The designs began from Jos' favorite hobby; making sculptures from old iron and motorcycle parts. Jos has a motorcycle shop with his brother, so an array of old parts were always available.

Jos described having several old gas tanks on the shelf, and how upon looking at them, he always sees a certain shape in it. That is how Jos started four years ago when he turned a tank into an eagle. The first piece was a blue Kawasaki eagle. The eagle art is now in a private Kawasaki Museum in the Netherlands.

After he placed a photo of that first piece on his Facebook page, Jos received many responses. In response to all the interest, he decided to make an owl. The owl also became very beautiful. At the current time, Jos Hammer is building a Harley Davidson Eagle.

He did not have any formal training, instead the creations are just a hobby for him. He also builds special motorcycles, like cafe racers and classic superbikes. Jos described

how he sees his ideas from the parts, “The ideas are in my head. The red eagle is my interpretation of the Harry Potter Feniks.�

Some of his creations are for sale on his website. He welcomes people who like his artwork to take a look at his website: www.colnicdesign.com or you can follow him on Facebook or Instagram @colnic_design

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Praising God! Welcome back everyone! It feels like it's been quite a while since I wrote to you all! I had to skip last month, and I apologize for that! That leaves me with a LOT to cover this month…so here we go!!! First off, let's talk about our trailer situation. We went with plan A…we are going to keep on keeping on with what we have for now! We will revisit this subject later.

As you all know, we have a new (new to us) car this season.

We raced it 1 time at the close of the 2019 season and it was amazing! We opened the 2020 season at our home track (Hattiesburg Speedway) on February 28, in front of a packed house! Chase started 5th in his heat and quickly and precisely drove his new hotrod to a solid 2nd place finish! We were feeling good about our shot at a top 3 finish for the feature! Before the feature, I noticed an issue with the car, but chose to ignore it for the time being as we were seemingly good to go! That decision would later haunt me!!!

The sprint cars were the main attraction for the night, and they didn't disappoint with a super star field full of local hotfoots as well as traveling professional racers. Tony Stewart was present again, but it was the M-1 of Mark Smith from Sunbury, PA at the checkered for the win! The track was challenging all night, as it usually gets bumpy on the nights that the sprints are there. We fired off for the Feature from the 4th position and quickly claimed the 3rd spot. As we went green flag racing for several laps, Chase continued searching for the fastest line around the bullring! I noticed his left rear tire was lifting off the ground when he ran through the ruts in front of me. Hmmmm… A caution came out, and as they re-fired, Chase made a huge run for the 2nd position going hard into turn 1 on the high side! It looked awesome, but that quickly turned to fear, as his car turned him around in front of the hard charging pack! It happened right in front of me, and it felt like slow motion as a couple cars cleared him before he took a HARD, solid, t-bone to the driver's door while simultaneously getting hit in the front end too! I immediately panicked because I just knew he was injured! As I anxiously waited, they gave the all clear that he was OK! It was only then that I realized the car that hit him was his teammate/ best friend Jade! Jade had nowhere to go and there was no way he could've avoided this! As you can only imagine, things (in my mind) just went from bad to worse!

Let me back up right here before I go any farther…Y'all may not know this, but this season, we (Chase Holland Racing) have started a new racing vlog. I'm sure the youngins reading this know what that is but for the “Grown-ups” I'll briefly explain what a vlog is! A vlog is basically what I do here, except instead of me writing and you reading, it's done by us videoing and you watching! We are filming ourselves working for hours on the car.

We film everything at the shop and at the track, and then edit the clips down to hopefully tell a short interesting story about our adventures! It takes a great amount of time and work but so far, we are pleased with the response from our fans! It gives you all a real-life peek at what it takes to do what we do! If you don't follow us already on Facebook, then I encourage you to do so and check out our vlogs! You can find us by searching for Chase1motorsports Chase Holland Racing. We are on Facebook and YouTube. Now back to the story…As Chase was brought into the pits on the hook you could just feel the pain he was

Rolling through the pits at Whynot!

Chase and Jade... Best friends and teammates!

Opening night damage... wearing at that moment! Just looking at him hurt me! His car was destroyed, and his ego was crushed! Worse than that, his main concern at that moment was his buddy's car and how bad it was damaged! Chase's car was BAD!!! The front frame horns were knocked to the right at least 8 inches! The rear-end appeared to be busted and was leaking oil everywhere. Everything I looked at was bent or broken!

Adrian, (my wife/Chase's mom) didn't cut us any slack…what I mean by that is she has been standing by patiently while Chase and I have been investing so much time in our racing vlog. She hasn't complained a bit while we opened up our lives to complete strangers, but right now at this particular moment, the last thing I wanted was a video camera rolling! I immediately put away our camera and began loading up our tools! Adrian got face to face with Chase and asked if he was injured.

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He said he wasn't. She then told him, (eye to eye) that he needed to get the camera and go inside the motorhome, alone, right then and say what was on his mind at this very moment! I thought it was a strange request at first, but now I realize she was right! She told Chase that she has watched Chase and I video and laugh and cut up for weeks! She basically told him if he really wanted people to know the reality of this sport, then you need to say how you feel right now! She told him she didn't care what he said or how he said it, but she wanted him to document his feelings! She told him that she was sure he wouldn't feel the same in the weeks, days, or even hours as he does right now! (She was so right!!!) He went inside to do what she requested while we continued loading up! I personally didn't want to talk to anyone myself! I was just sick feeling! At that moment a fan came up wanting to buy a t-shirt. He explained that he was there tonight with a sprint car team and he said they are fans of ours and follow us on Facebook! He offered us some encouragement as we got to know him better. He was there in Hattiesburg supporting his family sprint driver and they were all the way from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. That was pretty cool!

As we rode home that night Adrian hit the play button on Chase's video….WOW!!!! I could feel his pain in every word he spoke! We made a group decision right then to share it with our fans… uncut and unedited! As the video began picking up views the response was enormous! We had offers of encouragement, help, money, and even a new chassis. That felt great but we didn't post for sympathy! We respectfully declined all offers! We also received some unwanted personal messages/comments that frankly made me want to punch people in the face! That's the ugly side of being in the public view on everything. We followed up that video with an explanation of how it all unfolded, and we went to work on our car!...That's what racers do! We had a ton of repairs to make in a very short week to make our previously scheduled race at Whynot Motorsports park in Meridian, MS. Our teammates worked hand in hand with us to get our car ready while also making repairs to their car! Our friend John Varhol was able to get our car on the frame machine at his work (Special thanks to Shane and Natalie Lester at Precision Paint and Body) as they had us fixed up good as new in no time! We were able to make the Friday night practice at Whynot with the newly repaired car! The car was super-fast straight off the trailer! After 5 rounds of practice Friday night, we felt like we had enough data to put her in the top 5 Saturday night! We pitted next to our teammates, Jade and Chase's mentor Noah Daspit. Noah has been the key factor of success for both Chase and Jade! The boys respect him and really look up to his achievements in racing! Noah continued to offer the boys advice and tips about the racetrack and what to expect for track conditions! In qualifying Chase was able to pull out a 4th

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fastest overall time among the stacked field of talented drivers, all competing for the custom title belt prize and the $1000 check naming the 2020 “Battle of the States” Champion! Noah qualified 6th and Jade qualified 8th fastest! The 2nd heat for the modified division found Chase sharing the front row with the nights 2nd fastest qualifier, Ben Stephens (34). Row 2 was covered in red, as Noah was on the inside and Jade was outside. When the green flag dropped it was Ben Stephens making it to turn 1 first, but Chase was gaining momentum on the high side! Chase was the leader at the flag stand for lap 2, as the two of them continued some good clean side by side racing. Ben eventually pulled ahead, as Chase and Noah battled all the way to the checkered for 2nd! It was Chase by a bumper at the line for 2nd, which locked us in for a 4th place starting position for the 25-lap feature event! We prepared the car and discussed scenarios as it is time to see what we got!

Feature race time! Here we go…We immediately take over the 3rd position and it's obvious we have a fast hotrod! Chase settles into a line around the bottom of the track and gets into a rhythm!

Ben Stephens is leading, Toby Hodge is 2nd, and Chase is a close 3rd, with a back bumper full of Noah Daspit! Noah makes a quick pass on the inside of Chase going into turn 1 and Noah quickly drifts to the high line! Chase counters back with a dive to the inside of Noah coming off turn 4 and down the front straightaway. It appeared that Chase might get that position back until Noah reached down on the floorboard and opened that HOSS of an engine up under the flagstand! WOW!!!! Noah's spoiler scraped down the front wall putting off a super cool looking display of sparks! Chase settled in behind Noah as they both began working on Toby Hodge for the next position. Noah got around Toby and a lap or so later so did Chase! This puts Noah in 2nd and Chase in 3rd! Noah caught Ben Stephens while he was trying to get around some lapped cars and Noah claimed that top spot! Chase got hung up and almost got in trouble trying to get by the lapped cars himself. Once he cleared them, he got back in his rhythm and went after Ben Stephens for 2nd! He caught him with 2 laps to go and was able to get beside him coming to the checkered but was a little short at the flag stand!

Where was Jade you ask??? Jade was inching his way to Chase, lap after lap! He finished 5th but had managed to close in a lot of space on the leaders in the caution free race! Noah and the boys were all really fast and it felt good to have a great run with minimal damage! This year so far looks promising for the VooDoo 34 Racing Team by Noah Daspit!

Thank you all for following along! I know I sound like a broken record sometimes but I'm going to say it again…WE COULDN'T DO THIS WITH OUT YOU ALL!!! We really appreciate all of our fans, our racing friends and especially our awesome sponsors! We Thank you! Until next time…Chavus

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" A old man was at a dirt track sitting in the grandstands watching the races when a young man sitting close to him said to the old man “ can you believe this place they have a low car count the payout to racers is low and hardly anyone in the stands hamburgers are $4.00 at this place & they want to charge us $11.00 to come watch! we should just boycott this place” Old man looks at the young man “son did you ever go to a boxing match or a Nascar race or maybe a NFL football game or wrestling event the young man says “Sure old man I been to all them things they are awesome” old man reply’s I happy you have so much fun there but I wonder why you sit here and list in detail everything about this lil ole country Track that you don’t like but you and others like you go to a concert or wrestling or monster truck show and you travel hundred miles or further to go to and don’t get home to the wee hours in the morning and the event may last two hours and you will pay $35.00 to $150.00 per person to go watch and then pay them $10.00 for a spot to park your car and while you are there you will go get you a hamburger that will cost you $8.00 or more and a coke $5.00 or more and popcorn another $6.00 & I have not heard you say a word bad about that event what so ever! Them events you are paying so much for them owners & or promoters have no clue who you are or who you Family is when is the last time you went to one of them events and see them pass a hat around to collect needed money for someone that frequents their events or say a pray for your loved ones or a moment of silence or maybe a memorial race in their memory! when have you see the promoters of such big events throw a fan appreciation night like nearly all your Lil ole dirt tracks do at least once a year, when’s last time you see them let the little ones bring their bicycles and power wheels and hand out Trophys to the winners free of charge, when’s the last time you seen big productions do a Easter egg hunt or a nickel / candy toss or costume contest with hundreds of dollars in special event cost for prizes and or candy ect..

But you want to sit here and gripe about how much this small time promoter is making at this track! I am not saying you should go kiss up to him for what he does cause I can assure you he does this for three reasons 1- he Loves the Sport 2- he likes to see people have fun And last but not least 3- he loves to see kids with smiling faces So if you think he charges to much and makes to much money maybe you need to sit down and figure up just how much money that man has invested in this ole dirt track and what the insurance cost and the electric bill cost and maintance cost are and all other bills that go with this place!

Then maybe you will see just how unselfish he is and how much that promoter loves this sport and that he is only trying to keep alive this great sport for future generations to enjoy! But when you and others go around and bash the Track every chance you get to everyone you see in person or on social media! Why would you expect there to be a good crowd here! Son if you really love this

sport and you must cause I see you here nearly every week and I see your eyes light up when your favorite driver passes the leader! why don’t you try to help this great sport instead of killing it these small town dirt tracks are struggling as it is they sure don’t need any help from you to shut them down! Why don’t you tell everyone how much you love the sport and how this little ole dirt track on the edge of town is struggling and could really use their support and tell them All the great things they do every time them gates are open and ask them to tell their friends come support this wonderful sport filled with so much stuff for the family to have fun locally!

One more thing son I know you are a collage grad with degree and all and probably don’t care what a old man that did not even graduate high school has to say but if you take just one speck of advice if you truly love this sport as much as I do then when you leave here you go talk this Track up for 1 year every day and every week in person and on social media and when you see someone bash the Track get them to the side explain to them how what they are doing is killing the sport and please reframe from bashing something you love and that nothing is perfect but this ole dirt tracks all we got and we ain’t getting any more. then you come back here in exactly one year and look around and you will see more seats in these stands filled you will see improvements being made to this run down ole dirt track and you will see more cars racing and even more things done for the fans and the kids.

Son the bottom line is you see that old man up there he has the title of the promoter but in my humble opinion he is not the true promoter he is the caretaker! the gate keeper so to speak, a person that for a short period of time will watch over this great sport! a person that has more often than not has chosen to sacrifice his life to work longer hours and be harassed and lied on and basically ridiculed year after year for much less money than he could make doing a job he don’t love as much as dirt track racing, so you see he is just the person that loves this sport enough to keep it alive for future generations you my Son and others like you are the promoters of this ole dirt track and other Lil dirt tracks like this one!

So next time you want to bash this ole dirt track just bite your lip and think is this helping the problem or I creating the problems and if you start to fix the problem others will follow and once again you will see these Little ole country dirt tracks start to boom again otherwise you will someday see all these lil ole dirt tracks gone forever " - Wayne Tidwell Wayne Tidwell

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APRIL April 1 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles Gates open 6pm Time trials & Test 'n Tune 6pm Eliminations 9pm. $25 car & driver. $10 spectator $5 children 10 years & under.

April 3 TGIF Test & Tune 6pm-10pm All vehicles welcomed! Test & Tune $25 Spectators $10 April 4 DownSouth Burners Motorcycle Club 11am-7pm Additional info Hurricane 228-209-4775 - Snake IIEZ 228-224-6182 April 8 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles Gates open 6pm Time trials & Test 'n Tune 6pm Eliminations 9pm. $25 car & driver. $10 spectator $5 children 10 years & under.

April 15 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles Gates open 6pm Time trials & Test 'n Tune 6pm Eliminations 9pm. $25 car & driver. $10 spectator $5 children 10 years & under.

April 18 Summit SuperSeries 1/8 Mile 9a-5pm Summit SuperSeries 1/8 Mile Gates 9am Open Time Trials 9am Eliminations follows Footbrake + Electronics + Jr Dragsters Gaylon Rolison, promoter 228 323-7325 April 22 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles Gates open 6pm Time trials & Test 'n Tune 6pm Eliminations 9pm. $25 car & driver. $10 spectator $5 children 10 years & under.

April 24 Atomic Blast Rat Rods 5pm-10pm Friday & Saturday Friday gates open 5pm for the Meet & Greet Saturday gates open 9am Rat rods racing, burnouts, flamethrowing, mini-bikes, pin-ups $30 per person weekend pass. Additional information may be obtained on www.gulfportdragway.com or check out our Facebook page GULFPORT DRAGWAY April 25 Atomic Blast Rat Rods 9am-10pm Saturday gates open 9am Rat rods racing, burnouts, flamethrowing, mini-bikes, pin-ups $30 per person Additional information may be obtained on www.gulfportdragway.com or check out our Facebook page GULFPORT DRAGWAY April 29 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles Gates open 6pm Time trials & Test 'n Tune 6pm Eliminations 9pm. $25 car & driver. $10 spectator $5 children 10 years & under.

May 1 King of the Coast Test & Tune 6pm-10pm Test & Tune with Gamblers eliminations King of the Coast 1/8 Mile Bracket Series Friday, 1/8 mile - Âź mile test & tune and gamblers race 6-10pm $25 for racing, $10 per person to spectate Saturday & Sunday 1/8 mile race Gates open at 8am. Time trials at 9am. Additional information may be obtained on King of the Coast facebook BTE King of the Coast Drag Racing Series Additional information Gaylon Rolison 228 323-7325 www.kocbracketseries.com

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May 2-3 King of the Coast 1/8 Mile 8am-8pm Junior dragstersFootbrake-Electronics Saturday & Sunday is the King of the Coast 1/8-mile Series Gates open at 8am each day. Spectator fee $15 per person or $25 for both days For additional information 228-3237325 or check out the website www.bracketnews.com.

May 6 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles Gates open 6pm Time trials & Test 'n Tune 6pm Eliminations 9pm. $25 car & driver. $10 spectator $5 children 10 years & under.

May 13 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles Gates open 6pm Time trials & Test 'n Tune 6pm Eliminations 9pm. $25 car & driver. $10 spectator $5 children 10 years & under.

May 16 New South Metal Brotherhood Craft Beer Festival 3pm9pm 21 years & older ONLY Additional information Kerry Thibodaux 228-223-0423 May 20 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles Gates open 6pm Time trials & Test 'n Tune 6pm Eliminations 9pm. $25 car & driver. $10 spectator $5 children 10 years & under.

May 22-25 Memorial Day Blowout All Motorcycles ALL ADULTS 8am-11pm BLOWOUT 2020 EVENT SCHEDULE FRIDAY, MAY 22 1200 NOON Gates Open. All registrations open. Camp area set-up and prepare for fun filled weekend.

3:00 p.m. STREET WARS RACING (All Motorcycles welcome Ends at 5:00 p.m.)

5:30 p.m. Golf Cart Race Register at headquarters.

8:00 p.m. MUSIC AND PARTY SATURDAY, MAY 23 9:00 a.m. All registrations open 10:00 a.m. STREET WARS RACING (All Motorcycles Welcome Ends at 12 Noon) 12 Noon BIKE SHOW begins 1:00 p.m. GRUDGE RACING begins.

2:00 p.m. Registration ends for SHITTER RACE and BIKE SHOW. 2:30 p.m. SHITTER RACE 5:00 p.m. BIKE SHOW ends 5:00 p.m. Golf Cart races 6:30 p.m. LIVE MUSIC 7:30 p.m. Registration ends for BIKINI CONTEST 8:00 p.m. BIKINI CONTEST ($300.00 Winner, $100.00 Runner-Up) 9:30 p.m. LIVE MUSIC AND PARTY SUNDAY, MAY 24 9:00 a.m. All registrations open 9:00 a.m. CMA MORNING SERVICE 10:00 a.m. FLAG RAISING CEREMONY 11:00 a.m. DRAG RACE TIME TRIALS start.

1:00 p.m. DRAG RACE TIME TRIALS End. 2:00 p.m. DRAG RACE ELIMINATIONS Begin.

3:00 p.m. SHITTER Race Begin 5:30 p.m. BLESSING OF THE BIKES - AT CMA TENT 6:00 p.m. STREET WARS RACING (All Motorcycles Welcome) 6:30 p.m. LIVE MUSIC 7:30 p.m. Registration ends for WET T-SHIRT CONTEST. 8:00 p.m. WET T-SHIRT CONTEST ($300.00 Winner, $100.00 Runner-Up).

9:30 p.m. LIVE MUSIC AND PARTY MONDAY, MAY 25 9:00 a.m. FAREWELLS AND GOOD-BYES Additional information www.asgardmc.com or facebook page Memorial Day Blowout May 27 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles Gates open 6pm Time trials & Test 'n Tune 6pm Eliminations 9pm. $25 car & driver. $10 spectator $5 children 10 years & under.

May 30 Summit SuperSeries 1/8 Mile 9am-5pm Gates 9am Open Time Trials 9am Eliminations follows Footbrake + Electronics + Jr Dragsters Gaylon Rolison, promoter 228 323-7325 June 3 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles Gates open 6pm Time trials & Test 'n Tune 6pm Eliminations 9pm. $25 car & driver. $10 spectator $5 children 10 years & under.

June 5 TGIF Test & Tune 6pm-10pm All vehicles welcomed! Test & Tune $25 Spectators $10 June 10 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles Gates open 6pm Time trials & Test 'n Tune 6pm Eliminations 9pm. $25 car & driver. $10 spectator $5 children 10 years & under.

June 12 King of the Coast Test & Tune 6pm-10pm Test & Tune with Gamblers eliminations King of the Coast 1/8 Mile Bracket Series Friday, 1/8 mile - ¼ mile test & tune and gamblers race 6-10pm $25 for racing, $10 per person to spectate Saturday & Sunday 1/8 mile race Gates open at 8am. Time trials at 9am. Additional information may be obtained on King of the Coast facebook BTE King of the Coast Drag Racing Series Additional information Gaylon Rolison 228 323-7325 www.kocbracketseries.com June 13-14 King of the Coast 1/8 Mile 8am-8p Junior dragstersFootbrake-Electronics Saturday & Sunday is the King of the Coast 1/8-mile Series. Gates open at 8am each day. Spectator fee $15 per person or $25 for both days. For additional information 228-3237325 or check out the website www.bracketnews.com.

June 17 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles Gates open 6pm Time trials & Test 'n Tune 6pm Eliminations 9pm. $25 car & driver. $10 spectator $5 children 10 years & under.

June 24 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles Gates open 6pm Time trials & Test 'n Tune 6pm Eliminations 9pm. $25 car & driver. $10 spectator $5 children 10 years & under.

June 26 All Motorcycles Hard Tail Harry's Showdown 5pm10:30pm All Motorcycles, All makes & models. Gates open 5pm Arm drop racing 5pm. Test & Tune 6pm. Racer $25 Spectator $10 Brought to you by! Hardtail Harry's Speed Shop 212 23rd St Kenner, Louisiana 70062 (504) 655-7230 June 27 Street Wars & After Party 1/4 mile 3pm-11pm Gates open 3pm Racing, Bikini Contest, Music Racing 6pm. Additional information Monte Caldarelli 228-861-6071 www.facebook.com/ afterpartygulfportdragway JULY 2020 CLOSED for the week!

July 8 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles Gates open 6pm Time trials & Test 'n Tune 6pm Eliminations 9pm. $25 car & driver. $10 spectator $5 children 10 years & under.

July 10 TGIF Test & Tune 6pm-10pm All vehicles welcomed! Test & Tune $25 Spectators $10 July 15 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles Gates open 6pm Time trials & Test 'n Tune 6pm Eliminations 9pm.

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APRIL 2020 April 3 Pass Christian, MS First Friday Cruise-in, Pass Christian Harbor, POSTPONED April 10 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in & Swap Meet POSTPONED April 10 Slidell, La. 2nd Friday Cruise Nite at Dairy Queen, 1130 Gause Blvd, Slidell, La. 5pm-9pm every month. Oldies but Goodies April 11 Waveland, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-in at the Choctaw Plaza, 5pm - 9pm. Car/Truck/Bike Cruise-in. Everyone Welcome.

342 Hwy 90, Waveland, MS. March thru September Hosted by the Misfits Street Krewzers. . Info call Terry Poore 228-216-1259 April 11 Wiggins, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-in at Wendy’s, 1051 East Frontage Rd., Wiggins, MS 39577. 4pm - 8pm Hosted by the Red Creek Classic Car Club. Info. call Charlie 601-528-1172 April 18 Pass Christian, MS 3rd Saturday Cruise-in 4pm-8pm Pass Christian Harbor, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station. Call Rich for info. 228.216.9154 goes on all year.

April 18 Picayune, MS PMHS BAND 6TH ANNUAL AUTO SHOW...April 18th from 10am-2pm..Awards at 1:30pm...In paved parking lot, lots of vendors, raffles, concessions, 50/50 raffle, awards and very unique "Best Of" trophies! Come out and support Picayune Memorial High School "Maroon Tide" Marching Band!!

Early registration is $25 includes Tshirt! Registration day of is $30.

First 30 registered vehicles receive dash plaque! Picayune Memorial High School 800 fifth Avenue Picayune MS 39466... info contact picayunebandboosters@gmail.com or text 228-263-0709 April 18 Picayune, MS Poker Run, Bikes, Cars, Trucks, Jeeps welcome at American Legion Riders Post 73, 2500 Union School Rd. Picayune Ms. Registration starts at 10am to 11am, all vehicles out by 11:00. $250.00 best hand, $50.00 worst hand. $20.00 per Rider, $10.00 Passengers. Walk ins also welcome. Starts and ends at Post 73. All prizes to be awarded at 2:00 pm. Must be present to win. Info Glen 601 798-9540 or W.L. 602 684-4625. Proceeds to benefit Veterans causes and the Gary Sinese Foundation.

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April 24-25 Gulfport, MS Atomic Blast 9 Open to ALL Vehicles. $30 at the gate ($10 kids under 10) covers all activities including, Stoplight Drags, Burnout Contest, Flame Throwin' Contest, Donut spin-out contest and more. There will be Food & Beer Stands.

Swap Meet & Non-food Vendors Welcome. Saturday, Live Music By: PSYCHO DEVILLES... Here's your chance to attend the event everyone has been talking about.. This is a family event. Gate open early Friday & Saturday. There will be a few choice awards handed out Saturday afternoon. Events all day, Coolers & Grills OK (no glass bottles, please) Free primitive and RV Camping (no hookups) 24hr security on site. Track Phone: 228 863-4408 Gulfport Dragway is located I-10 Exit 31. Go south on Canal Road. Cross over the Railroad tracks go about 1 mile, turn left onto Racetrack Road, & then continue to Gulfport Dragway located at 17085 Racetrack Rd, Gulfport, MS April 25 Biloxi, MS 4th Saturday Cruise-in 6-9 p. m. Cedar Lake shopping center, corner of Popps Ferry road and Cedar Lake road. April thru September.Hosted by Mississippi Beach Cruisers.

More information call (228) 324 1301.

April 25 Columbia, MS 7th Annual Car-Truck-Bike Show at the Columbia Carquest Auto Parts store, Sat. April 25th 2020, 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Come out for a day of fun to the Columbia Carquest Auto Parts store, located on left of Hwy 13, just a couple blocks north of intersection of Hwy 98 bypass in Columbia, MS. Goody bags for first 60 entries, door prizes galore, spectator trivia prizes, 50/50 raffle, music, food by T&D Barbeque. Awards: Top 16 Cars, Top 12 Trucks, Top 2 Rat Rods, Top 2 Bikes, Kid's Choice, Mayor's Choice, Best of Show Car & Truck. Winners determined by invited group of judges, judging to begin at 11:30 AM. Entry fee: $25.00, if you bring additional vehicles $15.00 each. Registration from 8:00 AM to 11:00. Show co-hosted by the Backwoods Cruizers Car Club. Entry, day of show no pre-entry provided. Proceeds will go to Marion County Food Pantry, Harvest Ministries & Columbia Animal Shelter. All vehicles entered must have current license and insurance. For more info contact Hoyt Jones 601-695-7242, Bobby Rayborn 601-270-3287 or Wendell Rayborn 601-270-2421.

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April 25 Pascagoula, MS. 4th Saturday Night Cruise-in at the Ingalls Engineering Complex, 3943 Denny Ave.( Hwy 90), Pascagoula, MS Large Parking lot is 100% lighted, 6:00 P.M. til 9:00 P.M. Cruiser of the Month Award, 50/50 with door prize drawings from 50/50 tickets. For additional Info: Call, Ryan Morris 228-623-1643, Magnolia Classic Cruisers of Jackson County MS (March through September) April 25 Picayune, MS Boulevard Cruisers' 4th Saturday Night Cruise-in. 5 till 8 pm, in the Burger King Parking Lot, Memorial Boulevard Picayune. 50/50 and Oldies Music! March thru October.

MAY 2020 May 1 Pass Christian, MS First Friday Cruise-in, Pass Christian Harbor, 4pm-8pm, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station. Call Rich for info 228 216 9154. Goes on all year.

May 2 Biloxi MS, 8th. Annual Gulf Coast Auto Show at Edgewater Mall. This is a Open Car/Truck/Motorcycle Show & Cruise-in at Edgewater Mall (Hwy 90 Biloxi, MS) Vendors are welcome and the public will have free access to your area. Activities will include a variety of Gulf Coast amenities as well as on site entertainment. Car show entry of $20. Hosted by the Coast Cruizers. Info "JR" 228 314-4405 or Jimbo 228 596-0664 Proceeds to benefit Coast Cruizers handicap van program.

May 2 Biloxi, MS. 1st Saturday Night Cruise-in at Edgewater Mall Hwy 90, Biloxi, MS Join us for a casual get together where car - truck and motorcycle owners can socialize, dine and shop all at one location on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. 6pm - 9pm This monthly event is hosted by the Coast Cruizers, Gulf Coast MotorSports Magazine and the Merchants of Edgewater Mall. Info "JR" 228 3144405 or Jimbo 228 596-0664 May 2 Slidell, LA. 1st Saturday Cruise Night at North Shore Square Mall, Slidell, LA, behind the "at home" store. (Take exit 80 off I-12, North Shore Blvd./Airport Dr.) 6-9pm. Music, door prizes, 50/50 and a great time!! Hosted by the Coastal Cruisers Car Club.

For more information contact: Donald 985-960-3871 May 2 Picayune, MS Boulevard Cruisers Spring Open Car Show. April 4, 2020. 8AM till 3pm. At the corner of Main St and Goodyear Boulevard., downtown Picayune, in conjunction with the Picayune Street Fair. $25 Registration fee per vehicle, $10 per additional vehicle. per family. Registration closes at 11. Top 25, Best of Show, Best Engine and Best Paint plus sponsor awards!

50/50 drawing, Wipe Off Board, Door Prizes and Oldies Music. Lots of vendors at the fair and plenty for the whole family to enjoy!

May 8 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in & Swap Meet (only car items allowed) at Hardees, corner of Old Hwy 63 & Cowart Street, in Lucedale MS. 8:30am till. For more info call Mike Lachaussee 228-369-1431 May 8 Slidell, La. 2nd Friday Cruise Nite at Dairy Queen, 1130 Gause Blvd, Slidell, La. 5pm-9pm every month. Oldies but Goodies May 9 Biloxi, MS Annual Honoring our Veterans car open show..May 9th 2020. 400 Veterans Avenue, Biloxi MS 39531 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration 9 a. m. to Noon. Cost $20.00. Hosted by the Mississippi Beach Cruisers. For more information call (228) 324 1301 or (228) 392-6134 May 9 Biloxi, MS Second Saturday Super Cruise-in at Edgewater Mall. West parking lot. 6-9 p.m. Music, fun and friends.

Spend a warm evening with cool cars and friendly people. Hosted

by Mississippi Coast Mustang Club. May thru September.

May 9 Mandeville La 13th Annual Cruisin' With YFM 1088 (Youth For Mandeville). Open Car and Truck Show. At the Mandeville Christian Fellowship Church. $25 Entry Fee Day Of Event Registration 8:30am to 11am, Awards at 3:00 pm, Top Twenty-five & Ratiest Rat Rod Awards, Best of Show, Best Paint, Best Interior, Best Engine, Best Car & Best Truck, Dash Plaques for The First 50 Entrees, 50/50 Drawing, Silent Auction, As Well As Other Drawing Thru-out The Day. Indoor Facility to Accommodate All Guests, Early Bird Breakfast, Jambalaya, Gumbo, Hot Dogs, Soft Drinks,

Good For Groups - Good For Kids We Take Reservations & Walk-Ins Welcome

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and Lots More Available on Site. This Is A Non-Alcohol Family Friendly Event. Bring the Kids and Grandkids, Spacewalk will be provided. Lots of Fun for all. All Proceeds Benefit Group Activities.

Show Located at Mandeville Christian Fellowship Church 1211 Hwy 1088. Get on I-12 and take exit 68, 1088 West toward Mandeville and go 2 miles to four way stop, proceed 500 more feet Car Show on the right. For More Info Contact Lloyd, (504) 451-1522 or David at brodbanks@gmail.com Rain out date Saturday May 16th May 9 Waveland, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-in at the Choctaw Plaza, 5pm - 9pm. Car/Truck/Bike Cruise-in. Everyone Welcome.

342 Hwy 90, Waveland, MS. March thru September Hosted by the Misfits Street Krewzers. . Info call Terry Poore 228-216-1259 May 9 Wiggins, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-in at Wendy’s, 1051 East Frontage Rd., Wiggins, MS 39577. 4pm - 8pm Hosted by the Red Creek Classic Car Club. Info. call Charlie 601-528-1172 May 13-16 New Iberia, LA Cruisin Cajun Country 2020. Come and Cruise around Cajun Country with us. It's a three day event that takes you all around Acadaina to see the culture and people that makes this area so special. You Can Register Now... go to www.cruisincajuncountry.com and click on the "Events" tab. You will see a link that at says "CLICK HERE to register your vehicle". But even easier then that..... https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cruisin-cajuncountry-2020-registration-63703594165 Click here and it'll take you there. You can still go to the website and print the registration forms and mail them in. Remember deadline for the discounted rate is postmarked by 5-1-2020 in the mail or via online registration.

NOTE-During the online registration process you will have the opportunity to buy CCC merchandise a well. You will continue to get 1-free 2020 event t-shirt. You can purchase addition 2020 event shirts, caps, tumblers, etc and pay all at one time. We will have everything ready and waiting for you when you check in. Something else NEW for next year....two registration lines. Pre-registered guests will go directly to one area where you will pick up your prearranged packet. This line will go quicker. If you still would prefer to register onsite, no problem! We will gladly accommodate you in a different line.

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May 14-16 Destin, FL Burning Up The Beaches CELEBRATING 10 YEARS! Car show central is located at Destin Commons, located in the heart of Destin Fl, with fantastic shops such as Bass Pro, Uncle Bucks Fish Bowl, H&M, World of Beer and many many more!

At Burning Up the Beaches you get armbands for 2 people, to 3 parties with live music, 5 fantastic stops, dinner on Saturday night, prizes galore, event Decal, one event t-shirt, and car show all for $80 tax deductible dollars! 2020 Cruise Stops and times TBD, Event Details: Thursday April 30th, Early Birds Meet and Greet-Pick! Come pick up your preregistered package at AJ's on the Bayou! Open registration is available from 2:00 pm until 7:00 pm. Light Hor Devours 3pm to 7pm AJ's on the Bayou, 200 Eglin Parkway NE, Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548. Friday May 1st, Cruise the stops from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm! 2020 Cruise Stops to be announced. All cars & participants not registered before Thursday, Open Registration is at Destin Commons 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Address: 4100 Legendary Dr, Destin, FL 32541. Get registered, or pick up your preregistered package and get out to the stops! Tickets for Prizes, Games and FUN at each stop! Friday Night, May 1st, 5:30pm to 8:00pm: Friday Night Party! Always themed, Always fun! The 2020 Theme - To Be Announced. Join us for an exciting evening including hors d'oeuvres, drink specials, and live music! Hosts for the evening will be the Playground Corvette. Friday night party location to be announced!

Saturday May 2nd, Registration will be open 9:00 am - It's not too late to join in the fun! Vendors and those that are "show only"- will be set up. The Car Show!! 10:00am - 5:00pm Location: Destin Commons 4100 Legendary Dr., Destin, FL 32541. (850) 337-8700 Take your spot for the SHOW! Thousands of locals are eagerly anticipating your arrival! Valve Cover Racing, Vendors, Destin Commons GREAT restaurants and shops, Mega 50/50. Back again for 2020! Valve Cover Races at 11:00 am! Burning Up The Beaches is known as "THE FUN ONE" In keeping with this spirit, all Burning

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5. Old Guy Award: group of 3 or more who travel the farthest. In honor of Barry Margolis and the old guys Cecil, Sonny and Packard Bill. "The Street Party" - after the car show (5:30 pm-8:30 pm) with the ever famous Draw Down with Cash and Prizes!!! Car Corral and Swap Meet are open all weekend! Sunday, May 17th, 2020 Burnout Contest - Burnout details to be announced Information Contact Us Phone: 850-376-1037 or Email: dtashikhorizons@hotmail.com All Burning Up The Beaches net funds go to The Arc of the Emerald Coast the local ARC Agency serving those with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, and other developmental disabilities.

May 16 Pascagoula, MS 15th Annual Show By The Shore Car Show at Beach Park, 600 City Park St., Pascagoula, MS. Registration 8am-10am. Early registration $20, additional car $15 must be received by 5/11/2020. Day of show registration $25.

Judging starts at 10am. Awards at 3:30pm. Top 25 plus sponsor awards, Best of Show pre-1991 & BOS post-1990. Rat Rod Class, Dash Plaques, Host Class. Silent auction, door prizes, 50/50 drawing, live music. All registered cars will be entered in drawing for $1,000.00 cash prize (must be present to win, host club members not eligible to win.) 2020 MCC Supported Charities Disabled American Veterans Chapter 17 - American Cancer Society / Relay for Life Jackson County, MS. - Dream Program, Inc. Show Hosted by Magnolia Classic Cruisers Rain date June 13, 2020 For updates Web Site: www.MagnoliaClassicCruisers.com Facebook: Magnolia Classic Cruisers May 16 Pass Christian, MS 3rd Saturday Cruise-in 4pm-8pm Pass Christian Harbor, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station. Call Rich for info. 228.216.9154 goes on all year.

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9:00 P.M. Cruiser of the Month Award, 50/50 with door prize drawings from 50/50 tickets. For additional Info: Call, Ryan Morris 228-623-1643, Magnolia Classic Cruisers of Jackson County MS (March through September) May 23 Picayune, MS Boulevard Cruisers' 4th Saturday Night Cruise-in. 5 till 8 pm, in the Burger King Parking Lot, Memorial Boulevard Picayune. 50/50 and Oldies Music! March thru October.

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May 23 Waveland, MS St. Clare Seafood Festival Car show Come join us Memorial Weekend at St. Clare Seafood Festival Car show. Located at 236 S Beach Blvd, Waveland, MS on the beautiful coast line. Gulf breezes and great seafood will be on hand as well as a variety of other types of food. Live music, craft vendors, rides for the kids will provide a great time for everyone. Show is 8 am until 2 pm. Top awards, sponsor awards, dash plaques, door prizes and lots of fun. Voting by registered car owners. Blessing of the cars by our Pastor adds a great touch to the show. $20 fee by May 15, 2020 - after that and day of show $25. Any questions, contact John at 228 -596-2194 or Mary Ann at 228-342-9232

12275 Hwy 49 - Gulfport, MS 39503 Call 228 832-9644

May 30 Biloxi MS. 5th Saturday night Cruise-In. May and August.

Hardies in D'Iberville next to Wal Mart neighborhood market. 6-9 pm.

Info Call (228) 324 1301. Hosted by Mississippi Beach Cruisers.

2595 Pass Rd - Biloxi, MS 39531 Call 228 331-1749

May 30 Pascagoula, MS. 5th Saturday Cruise-in at AutoZone Hwy 90 Pascagoula 5 PM to 8 P M. 50/50 w/ Door Prizes.

Sponsored by AutoZone & Hosted by Magnolia Classic Cruisers. For additional Info: Call, Ryan Morris 228-623-1643

6835 Suite A Washington Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS. Call 228 218-1418

JUNE 2020 June 5 Pass Christian, MS First Friday Cruise-in, Pass Christian Harbor, 4pm-8pm, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station. Call Rich for info 228 216 9154. Goes on all year.

June 6 Biloxi, MS. 1st Saturday Night Cruise-in at Edgewater Mall Hwy 90, Biloxi, MS Join us for a casual get together where car truck and motorcycle owners can socialize, dine and shop all at one location on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. 6pm - 9pm This monthly event is hosted by the Coast Cruizers, Gulf Coast MotorSports Magazine and the Merchants of Edgewater Mall. Info "JR" 228 3144405 or Jimbo 228 596-0664 June 6 Slidell, LA. 1st Saturday Cruise Night at North Shore Square Mall, Slidell, LA, behind the "at home" store. (Take exit 80 off I-12, North Shore Blvd./Airport Dr.) 6-9pm. Music, door prizes, 50/50 and a great time!! Hosted by the Coastal Cruisers Car Club.

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June 6 Tylertown, MS Cow Bag Nationals Open Car & Truck Show. Open to ALL cars, trucks, classics, street rods, antiques, muscle cars. Registration 9am to 1pm. Awards at 3pm : Peoples Choice Top Picks. Event will be at the Walthall Dairy Festival, Holmes Water Park, 65 Old Hwy 98, Tylertown, MS 39667. Sorry NO Pets allowed. Sponsored by Macs Auto Sales 601.876.4855 For information call Randy Wilson 601 684-2609 June 12 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in & Swap Meet (only car items allowed) at Hardees, corner of Old Hwy 63 & Cowart Street, in Lucedale MS. 8:30am till. For more info call Mike Lachaussee 228-369-1431 June 12 Slidell, La. 2nd Friday Cruise Nite at Dairy Queen, 1130 Gause Blvd, Slidell, La. 5pm-9pm every month. Oldies but Goodies June 13 Biloxi, MS Second Saturday Super Cruise-in at Edgewater Mall. West parking lot. 6-9 p.m. Music, fun and friends.

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June 13 Poplarville, MS 13th Annual Blueberry Jubilee Car/ Truck/bike Show Registration opens at 7 am, Awards at 2:30 pm.

Bring the family and enjoy the day at the Blueberry Jubilee. The usual best of awards and some unusual ones. The Blueberry Jubilee is an arts and crafts fair held on the Second Saturday in June of each year. It is at that time, because that is when the blueberries are available. The Blueberry Jubilee is located in Downtown Poplarville, Mississippi and attracts about 10,000 visitors each year. The

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Blueberry Jubilee features Handmade Arts and Crafts, Storytelling, Live Entertainment, Lots of Food, and Down Home Southern Hospitality. The Blueberry Jubilee Council is made up of all volunteers, and our goal is to promote Blueberries and Pearl River County. www.blueberryjubilee.org Jeff 228-216-6863 or jeff@cableone.net June 13 Waveland, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-in at the Choctaw Plaza, 5pm - 9pm. Car/Truck/Bike Cruise-in. Everyone Welcome.

342 Hwy 90, Waveland, MS. March thru September Hosted by the Misfits Street Krewzers. . Info call Terry Poore 228-216-1259 June 13 Wiggins, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-in at Wendy’s, 1051 East Frontage Rd., Wiggins, MS 39577. 4pm - 8pm Hosted by the Red Creek Classic Car Club. Info. call Charlie 601-528-1172 June 20 Foley AL. 4th Annual Corn Festival Car Show, Saturday, June 20, 2020. At the Coastal Alabama Fisherman's and Farmers Market facility, 20733 Mifflin Rd, Foley, Alabama 36535.

Festival Car Show- Hosted by the City of Foley and the Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fisherman's Market on Mifflin Rd next to the Wolf Bay Lodge Restaurant. This show promises to be bigger and better- with 7 Specialty Car Show awards like Best of Show, Best Paint, Best Interior, Best Engine, Best GM, Best Ford, Best Mopar, as well as the Top 20, AND a MAMC Pick trophy, along with numerous other prizes- AND drawings for door prizes like the Adams Car Care Products Complete Car Wash Arsenal, Adams Sample Packages, Moe's Original BBQ gift Cards, AND a 50/50 drawing benefiting the Camp Seale Harris / Southeastern Juvenile Diabetes Education Services. It's going to be a great time to shine up your pride and joy and come out for a good time! What not a better way to celebrate Fathers Day weekend than coming out to either participate in the show or just look around! And while dad and the kids are looking at the beautiful and unusual cars- momma can look at the arts, crafts, and other items the vendors will have! Top it off with lunch at the Famous Moe's Original BBQ or any of the food vendors at the Festival! Hey-what more can I say to convince you to come out to this Event?? For More Information: Car Show and Sonsor Info- call Mike at 251 284-1223 Vendor Info- call Alescia at 251 709-4469 www.coastalalabamamarket.com/home June 20 Pass Christian, MS 3rd Saturday Cruise-in 4pm-8pm Pass Christian Harbor, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station. Call Rich for info. 228.216.9154 goes on all year.

June 26-28 Biloxi MS Scrapin the Coast in Biloxi, MS is the south's largest and premier car, truck and bike show. Started in 2002, it has grown by leaps and bounds every year. Scrapin the Coast is one show you do not want to miss out on. The show is held at The Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center.

Featuring an enormous outdoor show along with an indoor section within the coliseum. Vendor Setup Friday 8am-5pm. Show Hours Saturday 8am-5pm | Sunday 8am-5pm. Registration Friday 9am5pm and Saturday 7am-6pm. Spectator Fee $15 a day. Registration Fee Day of Show $60 outside or $100 inside. Address: 2350 Beach Boulevard Biloxi, MS 39531 Info Greg P: 228-832-4683 Myles P: 228-832-2688 June 27 Bay St. Louis, MS 2nd. Annual VFW Post 3253 Open Car & Truck Show Saturday June 27, 2020, 208 third street Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520. Dash plaques to first 60 registered vehicles, top 20 cars, top 5 trucks, 5 specialty awards, best of show, Commanders choice award. Registration 8am-noon. Awards 2:00pm. Entry fee day of show $25.00. Food, Drinks, and dessert available. For more information, call Bobby 228-493-2033 June 27 Pascagoula, MS. 4th Saturday Night Cruise-in at the Ingalls Engineering Complex, 3943 Denny Ave.( Hwy 90), Pascagoula, MS Large Parking lot is 100% lighted, 6:00 P.M. til 9:00 P.M. Cruiser of the Month Award, 50/50 with door prize drawings from 50/50 tickets. For additional Info: Call, Ryan Morris 228-623-1643, Magnolia Classic Cruisers of Jackson County MS (March through September) (Continued on page 30)

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June 27 Picayune, MS Boulevard Cruisers' 4th Saturday Night Cruise-in. 5 till 8 pm, in the Burger King Parking Lot, Memorial Boulevard Picayune. 50/50 and Oldies Music! March thru October.

JULY 2020 July 3 Pass Christian, MS First Friday Cruise-in, Pass Christian Harbor, 4pm-8pm, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station.

Call Rich for info 228 216 9154. Goes on all year.

July 4 Biloxi, MS. 1st Saturday Night Cruise-in at Edgewater Mall Hwy 90, Biloxi, MS Join us for a casual get together where car - truck and motorcycle owners can socialize, dine and shop all at one location on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. 6pm - 9pm This monthly event is hosted by the Coast Cruizers, Gulf Coast MotorSports Magazine and the Merchants of Edgewater Mall. Info "JR" 228 3144405 or Jimbo 228 596-0664 July 4 Slidell, LA. 1st Saturday Cruise Night at North Shore Square Mall, Slidell, LA, behind the "at home" store. (Take exit 80 off I-12, North Shore Blvd./Airport Dr.) 6-9pm. Music, door prizes, 50/50 and a great time!! Hosted by the Coastal Cruisers Car Club.

For more information contact: Donald 985-960-3871 July 10 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in & Swap Meet (only car items allowed) at Hardees, corner of Old Hwy 63 & Cowart Street, in Lucedale MS. 8:30am till. For more info call Mike Lachaussee 228-369-1431 July 10 Slidell, La. 2nd Friday Cruise Nite at Dairy Queen, 1130 Gause Blvd, Slidell, La. 5pm-9pm every month. Oldies but Goodies July 11 Biloxi, MS Second Saturday Super Cruise-in at Edgewater Mall. West parking lot. 6-9 p.m. Music, fun and friends.

Spend a warm evening with cool cars and friendly people. Hosted

by Mississippi Coast Mustang Club. May thru September.

July 11 Waveland, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-in at the Choctaw Plaza, 5pm - 9pm. Car/Truck/Bike Cruise-in. Everyone Welcome.

342 Hwy 90, Waveland, MS. March thru September Hosted by the Misfits Street Krewzers. . Info call Terry Poore 228-216-1259 July 11 Wiggins, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-in at Wendy’s, 1051 East Frontage Rd., Wiggins, MS 39577. 4pm - 8pm Hosted by the Red Creek Classic Car Club. Info. call Charlie 601-528-1172 July 17 - 18 Wiggins, MS 10th Annual Red Creek Classic Appreciation Picnic & Cruise-in, will take place Friday July 17 and Saturday July 18th at Flint Creek Water Park, Wiggins, MS. Plans are ongoing but will include a CRUSE-4-CASH making local business stamped stops and a Cruise-in Friday night. On Saturday you can CRUSE-4-CASH making local business stamped stops, and the Car Club Appreciation Day Picnic. ALL Car Clubs and Independents are invited to attend - there will be hamburgers, hot dogs & cold drinks. (contributions and donations accepted).

Sponsored in part by; Stone County Supervisors, Merchants of Stone County and Stone. There is a large air conditioned building (just in case you need to get out of the heat) and plenty of shade trees. No charge to attend. Hosted by the Red Creek Classics car club. Info: Charlie 601.528.1172.

July 18 Pass Christian, MS 3rd Saturday Cruise-in 4pm-8pm Pass Christian Harbor, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station. Call Rich for info. 228.216.9154 goes on all year.

July 25 Pascagoula, MS. 4th Saturday Night Cruise-in at the Ingalls Engineering Complex, 3943 Denny Ave.( Hwy 90), Pascagoula, MS Large Parking lot is 100% lighted, 6:00 P.M. til 9:00 P.M. Cruiser of the Month Award, 50/50 with door prize drawings from 50/50 tickets. For additional Info: Call, Ryan Morris 228-623-1643, Magnolia Classic Cruisers of Jackson County MS (March through September) July 25 Picayune, MS Boulevard Cruisers' 4th Saturday Night Cruise-in. 5 till 8 pm, in the Burger King Parking Lot, Memorial Boulevard Picayune. 50/50 and Oldies Music! March thru October.

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Mall Hwy 90, Biloxi, MS Join us for a casual get together where car - truck and motorcycle owners can socialize, dine and shop all at one location on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. 6pm - 9pm This monthly event is hosted by the Coast Cruizers, Gulf Coast MotorSports Magazine and the Merchants of Edgewater Mall. Info "JR" 228 3144405 or Jimbo 228 596-0664 August 1 Slidell, LA. 1st Saturday Cruise Night at North Shore Square Mall, Slidell, LA, behind the "at home" store. (Take exit 80 off I-12, North Shore Blvd./Airport Dr.) 6-9pm. Music, door prizes, 50/50 and a great time!! Hosted by the Coastal Cruisers Car Club.

For more information contact: Donald 985-960-3871 August 7 Pass Christian, MS First Friday Cruise-in, Pass Christian Harbor, 4pm-8pm, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station.

Call Rich for info 228 216 9154. Goes on all year.

August 8 Biloxi, MS Second Saturday Super Cruise-in at Edgewater Mall. West parking lot. 6-9 p.m. Music, fun and friends.

Spend a warm evening with cool cars and friendly people. Hosted

by Mississippi Coast Mustang Club. May thru September.

August 8 Waveland, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-in at the Choctaw Plaza, 5pm - 9pm. Car/Truck/Bike Cruise-in. Everyone Welcome.

342 Hwy 90, Waveland, MS. March thru September Hosted by the Misfits Street Krewzers. . Info call Terry Poore 228-216-1259 August 8 Wiggins, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-in at Wendy’s, 1051 East Frontage Rd., Wiggins, MS 39577. 4pm - 8pm Hosted by the Red Creek Classic Car Club. Info. call Charlie 601-528-1172 August 14 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in & Swap Meet (only car items allowed) at Hardees, corner of Old Hwy 63 & Cowart Street, in Lucedale MS. 8:30am till. For more info call Mike Lachaussee 228-369-1431

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August 14 Slidell, La. 2nd Friday Cruise Nite at Dairy Queen, 1130 Gause Blvd, Slidell, La. 5pm-9pm every month. Oldies but Goodies August 15 Pass Christian, MS 3rd Saturday Cruise-in 4pm8pm Pass Christian Harbor, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station.

Call Rich for info. 228.216.9154 goes on all year.

August 22 Pascagoula, MS. 4th Saturday Night Cruise-in at the Ingalls Engineering Complex, 3943 Denny Ave.( Hwy 90), Pascagoula, MS Large Parking lot is 100% lighted, 6:00 P.M. til 9:00 P.M. Cruiser of the Month Award, 50/50 with door prize drawings from 50/50 tickets. For additional Info: Call, Ryan Morris 228-623-1643, Magnolia Classic Cruisers of Jackson County MS (March through September) August 22 Picayune, MS Boulevard Cruisers' 4th Saturday Night Cruise-in. 5 till 8 pm, in the Burger King Parking Lot, Memorial Boulevard Picayune. 50/50 and Oldies Music! March thru October.

August 28-30 Choctaw, MS. The ANTE UP Open Car Show. Set up & Registration Friday 8am - until. Saturday 8am - 6pm & Sunday 8am - 3pm. Awards at 1pm. Vehicle Registration $40 includes Driver & Passenger Pass. Spectator $10 for Weekend Pass or $5 for Day. Children 12 and Under FREE. Hotel Accommodations - Silver Star & Golden Moon Hotels & Casinos Dancing Rabbit Inn. For Reservations use Code: S8AUC20 For Rooms Availability & Booking contact Pearl River Resort 1-866-447 -3275 August 29 Pascagoula, MS. 5th Saturday Cruise-in at AutoZone Hwy 90 Pascagoula 5 PM to 8 P M. 50/50 w/ Door Prizes. Sponsored by AutoZone & Hosted by Magnolia Classic Cruisers. For additional Info: Call, Ryan Morris 228-623-1643 August 29 Raleigh, MS The Smith County Cruisers Club will be hosting the Annual Yesterday's Ridez Car, Truck & Bike Show in Raleigh, MS. on August 29, 2020.. This is an open event, all makes and models are welcome. Registration time is 8-12 AM. There will be goody bags & dash plaques to the first 100 entries, 50/50 tickets, door prizes, live music, adult & kids games, and a (Continued on page 34)

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food vendor onsite. The event will take place at the Smith County Ag Complex Building located at 131 Oil Field Road Raleigh, Ms 39153 This is just off of HWY 35 between Raleigh & Mize. For more information contact us by email: smithcocruisers@aol.com , text or call: Max 601-405-7685 Linda 601-813-8969 You can find us on facebook events page Yesterday's Ridez Car, Truck & Bike Show 2020. This is a fun family event, so come out and enjoy the day with us!

SEPTEMBER 2020 September 4 Pass Christian, MS First Friday Cruise-in, Pass Christian Harbor, 4pm-8pm, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station.

Call Rich for info 228 216 9154. Goes on all year.

September 5 Biloxi, MS. 1st Saturday Night Cruise-in at Edgewater Mall Hwy 90, Biloxi, MS Join us for a casual get together where car - truck and motorcycle owners can socialize, dine and shop all at one location on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. 6pm - 9pm This monthly event is hosted by the Coast Cruizers, Gulf Coast MotorSports Magazine and the Merchants of Edgewater Mall.

Info "JR" 228 314-4405 or Jimbo 228 596-0664 September 5 Kiln, Ms. 7th Annual Knights Of Columbus Classic Car & Truck Show at Annunciation Church 5370 Kiln-Delisle Road. Registration fee $25.00, 8:00am-11:30pm, Awards for top 30 Cars (Pre-1949-1989) Top 10 Trucks. Top 5 Cars 1990-2018, Individual Awards: BEST PAINT, BEST INTERIOR, BEST ENGINE, BEST RAT ROD, LONGEST DISTANCE, & BEST OF SHOW. Dash plaques to First 100 cars & trucks to register. Awards presentation Approx. 1:30pm. 50/50 split pot, plenty of give-a-ways. 50's music, great parking area, air condition comfort facility to sit and relax with other car & truck show guys & gals. Food and beverages will be serve at 11:00pm. See you there! FOR ADDITIONAL INFO: CONTACT: RICHARD HODA: (228) 493-7416 Email:hodar1@aol.com September 5 Slidell, LA. 1st Saturday Cruise Night at North Shore Square Mall, Slidell, LA, behind the "at home" store. (Take exit 80 off I-12, North Shore Blvd./Airport Dr.) 6-9pm. Music, door prizes, 50/50 and a great time!! Hosted by the Coastal Cruisers Car Club. For more information contact: Donald 985-960-3871 September 11 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in & Swap Meet (only car items allowed) at Hardees, corner of Old Hwy 63 & Cowart Street, in Lucedale MS. 8:30am till. For more info call Mike Lachaussee 228-369-1431 September 11 Slidell, La. 2nd Friday Cruise Nite at Dairy Queen, 1130 Gause Blvd, Slidell, La. 5pm-9pm every month. Oldies but Goodies September 12 Biloxi, MS Second Saturday Super Cruise-in at Edgewater Mall. West parking lot. 6-9 p.m. Music, fun and friends.

Spend a warm evening with cool cars and friendly people. Hosted

by Mississippi Coast Mustang Club. May thru September.

September 12 Collinsville MS Dixie Rodders Car Show & Swap Meet at Eddie Watkin's Shop 10519 Hwy 19 North, Collinsville, MS 39325. 8am - 2pm. Registration 8am - 11am. $20 Pre-Register or ($25 per car day of show) 50/50 Drawings, $1000 Prize Purse.

Come in early and join us for a cruise-in the night before the show!

Friday September 11th 5pm - 10pm at Eddie Watkin's shop (see above address) 50/50 drawing. For more info contact: Johnny Knochenmuss 601 938-3060 / Kenny Allen 601 604-5501 / Mike Massey 601 683-9184 Pre-Registration: Send your info, and $20 pre-tegistration fee to Mike Massey 744 Savell Road, Decatur, MS 39327. Make checks payable to: Dixie Rodders September 12 Waveland, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-in at the Choctaw Plaza, 5pm - 9pm. Car/Truck/Bike Cruise-in. Everyone Welcome. 342 Hwy 90, Waveland, MS. March thru September Hosted by the Misfits Street Krewzers Info Terry 228-216-1259 September 12 Wiggins, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-in at Wendy’s, 1051 East Frontage Rd., Wiggins, MS 39577. 4pm - 8pm Hosted by the Red Creek Classic Car Club. Info. call Charlie 601-528-1172

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September 19 Pass Christian, MS 3rd Saturday Cruise-in 4pm -8pm Pass Christian Harbor, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station.

Call Rich for info. 228.216.9154 goes on all year.

September 26 Pascagoula, MS. 4th Saturday Night Cruise-in at the Ingalls Engineering Complex, 3943 Denny Ave.( Hwy 90), Pascagoula, MS Large Parking lot is 100% lighted, 6:00 P.M. til 9:00 P.M. Cruiser of the Month Award, 50/50 with door prize drawings from 50/50 tickets. For additional Info: Call, Ryan Morris 228-623-1643, Magnolia Classic Cruisers of Jackson County MS September 26 Picayune, MS Boulevard Cruisers' 4th Saturday Night Cruise-in. 5 till 8 pm, in the Burger King Parking Lot, Memorial Boulevard Picayune. 50/50 and Oldies Music!

OCTOBER 2020 October 2 Pass Christian, MS First Friday Cruise-in, Pass Christian Harbor, 4pm-8pm, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station.

Call Rich for info 228 216 9154. Goes on all year.

October 3 Slidell, LA. 1st Saturday Cruise Night at North Shore Square Mall, Slidell, LA, behind the "at home" store. (Take exit 80 off I-12, North Shore Blvd./Airport Dr.) 6-9pm. Music, door prizes, 50/50 and a great time!! Hosted by the Coastal Cruisers Car Club. For more information contact: Donald 985-960-3871 October 4-11 MS Gulf Coast, 24th Cruisin’ the Coast. - Join us on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Oct. 4-11, 2020 for the 24th Annual Cruisin’ The Coast featuring all your favorite activities like cruiseins, headline bands & oldies entertainment, a swap meet, the CTC/ Auto Auction and much more! Book your rooms through MS Gulf Coast Hotel Reservations at 1-888-388-1006 and receive a FREE Window Decal! www.cruisinthecoast.com October 9 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in & Swap Meet (only car items allowed) at Hardees, corner of Old Hwy 63 & Cowart Street, in Lucedale MS. 8:30am till. For more info call Mike Lachaussee 228-369-1431 October 9 Slidell, La. 2nd Friday Cruise Nite at Dairy Queen, 1130 Gause Blvd, Slidell, La. 5pm-9pm every month. Oldies but Goodies October 10 Biloxi, MS. MEGA Cruise-in at Edgewater Mall Hwy 90, Biloxi, MS 5pm - 9pm Great Prizes & MEGA 50/50 - This event is hosted by the Coast Cruizers, Gulf Coast MotorSports Magazine, AutoZone and Crusin' WGCM 1240 AM & 100.9 FM. Info "JR" 228 314-4405 or Jimbo 228 596-0664 October 10 Wiggins, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-in at Wendy’s, 1051 East Frontage Rd., Wiggins, MS 39577. 4pm - 8pm Hosted by the Red Creek Classic Car Club. Info. call Charlie 601-528-1172 October 17 Pass Christian, MS 3rd Saturday Cruise-in 4pm8pm Pass Christian Harbor, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station.

Call Rich for info. 228.216.9154 goes on all year.

October 24 Picayune, MS Boulevard Cruisers' 4th Saturday Night Cruise-in. 5 till 8 pm, in the Burger King Parking Lot, Memorial Boulevard Picayune. 50/50 and Oldies Music!

NOVEMBER 2020 November 6 Pass Christian, MS First Friday Cruise-in, Pass Christian Harbor, 4pm-8pm, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station.

Call Rich for info 228 216 9154. Goes on all year.

November 7 Slidell, LA. 1st Saturday Cruise Night at North Shore Square Mall, Slidell, LA, behind the "at home" store. (Take exit 80 off I-12, North Shore Blvd./Airport Dr.) 6-9pm. Music, door prizes, 50/50 and a great time!! Hosted by the Coastal Cruisers Car Club. For more information contact: Donald 985-960-3871 November 11-14 Panama City Beach FL. Emerald Coast Cruizin’ The South's Best Blast from the Past family fun event.

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festival. Panama City Beach's breath taking emerald green coastline and the famous Miracle Strip gleams with chrome, hot colors, and the deep rumble of power. Aaron Bessant Park next door to Pier Park, will host over 3000 hot rods, and cool classics.

There will be over 125 + top name automotive vendors on hand, as well as a huge swap meet and Auto Car Corral. Oh we also include a ladies section with great crafts, jewelry, and so much more. So much for all to enjoy!. Each night is full of activities from cruising, great bands, and special shows. Even if you're not a gear head, there is plenty to do for all.

November 13 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in & Swap Meet (only car items allowed) at Hardees, corner of Old Hwy 63 & Cowart Street, in Lucedale MS. 8:30am till. For more info call Mike Lachaussee 228-369-1431 November 13 Slidell, La. 2nd Friday Cruise Nite at Dairy Queen, 1130 Gause Blvd, Slidell, La. 5pm-9pm every month.

Oldies but Goodies November 14 Wiggins, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-in at Wendy’s, 1051 East Frontage Rd., Wiggins, MS 39577. 4pm - 8pm Hosted by the Red Creek Classic Car Club. Info. call Charlie 601-528-1172 November 21 Pass Christian, MS 3rd Saturday Cruise-in 4pm8pm Pass Christian Harbor, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station.

Call Rich for info. 228.216.9154 goes on all year.

DECEMBER 2020 December 4 Pass Christian, MS First Friday Cruise-in, Pass Christian Harbor, 4pm-8pm, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station.

Call Rich for info 228 216 9154. Goes on all year.

December 5 Biloxi, MS North Pole Rod Run 10am-2pm. Great Prizes, Music, 50/50. Top Ten Winners. Dash Plaques first 50 vehicles. Handicap Van Give Away. Drop off your Donations of New unopened Toys & Non-perishable food items. Collected items will be distributed to Toys For Tots, & Feed my Sheep here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Info JR 228 314-4405 or 228 596-0664 December 11 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in & Swap Meet (only car items allowed) at Hardees, corner of Old Hwy 63 & Cowart Street, in Lucedale MS. 8:30am till. For more info call Mike Lachaussee 228-369-1431 December 11 Slidell, La. 2nd Friday Cruise Nite at Dairy Queen, 1130 Gause Blvd, Slidell, La. 5pm-9pm every month.

Oldies but Goodies December 12 Wiggins, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-in at Wendy’s, 1051 East Frontage Rd., Wiggins, MS 39577. 4pm - 8pm Hosted by the Red Creek Classic Car Club. Info. call Charlie 601-528-1172 December 19 Pass Christian, MS 3rd Saturday Cruise-in 4pm8pm Pass Christian Harbor, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station.

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15th ANNUAL SHOW BY THE SHORE CAR SHOW BEACH PARK, 600 City Park St., PASCAGOULA, MS MAY 16, 2020 RAIN DATE June 13, 2020 Registration 8am – 10:00 am Judging starts at 10:00 am Presentation of Awards 3:30pm Top 25 plus Sponsor Awards Best of Show Pre 1991 Best of Show Post 1990 Rat Rod Class Dash Plaques Host Class

For updates see: Web Site : MagnoliaClassicCruisers.com Facebook : Magnolia Classic Cruisers

2020 MCC SUPPORTED CHARITIES Disabled American Veterans Chapter 17 ¾ American Cancer Society / Relay for Life Jackson County, Ms. ¾ Dream Program, Inc.

SILENT AUCTION DOOR PRIZES 50/50 DRAWING LIVE MUSIC ALL REGISTERED CARS WILL BE ENTERED IN DRAWING FOR $1,000.00 CASH PRIZE (Must be present to win, host club members not eligible to win.)

____________________________________________________________________________ NAME_____________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS___________________________________________________________________ CITY______________________________________STATE____________ZIP_____________ TELEPHONE_______________________________E-MAIL____________________________ VEHICLE YEAR__________MAKE_____________MODEL_____________COLOR_________ CLUB AFFILIATION_______________________________________________________ Early Registration Donation $20.00 Additional car $15.00 Early Registration Must be received by 5/11/2020. After this date Donations will be $25/20 Make Checks payable to Magnolia Classic Cruisers. Mail Registration form and Check to Betty Carter, 6050 Quave Rd. Vancleave, Ms. 39565 .

Entrants and participants by execution of the entry form release and discharge MCC, the City of Pascagoula, and anyone else connected with MCC from any and all known causes whatever that may be suffered by any participant to his or her person or property.

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Meet Groovy 69, she belongs to Todd Adams, the communications specialist at Pearl River Resort. Todd has been in the Public Relations Department since 2014 and writes news releases, takes photos and videos, creates graphics, and works with the news media.

“This is my first classic car, I bought it in 2016,” said Todd, “I really love the muscle cars from the late 60s through the 70s.” Groovy 69 is a powder blue 1969 Mustang coupe with a black vinyl top and the original 302 V8. “It's a mid-level restoration and great weekend cruiser. I enjoy letting people look at it and listening to their stories about the cars they grew up with.” Complete with a hula girl in the rear window, Groovy 69 is a perfect combination of flower power AND horse power!”

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320 HWY 90, Waveland, MS 291 Beauvoir Rd, Biloxi, MS 2223 25th. Ave, Gulfport, MS 15248 Dedeaux Rd, Gulfport, MS 1043 Frontage East, Wiggins, MS 10229 Central Ave, Diberville, MS 1764 Denny Ave, Pascagoula, MS 802 Memorial Blvd, Picayune, MS 1590 South Main St, Poplarville, MS 19097 Pineville Rd, Long Beach, MS. 726 Bienville Blvd., Ocean Springs, MS

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1989 White Corvette with Red Interior. All Stock, New Injectors, Power Windows, Power door locks, Automatic Transmission, Late Model Corvette Wheels Glass Rear Window. $10K firm - Low Mileage Call 251-661-0802 posted 4-2020

1970 Opel GT, 2nd owner for 21 years, good condition, one repaint, new PUI interior.

Includes numerous repair manuals as well as used drive train, doors, side and rear windows, suspension, seat frames, hood, and front valance. Also includes new front windshield, aluminum radiator, and starter. Approximately 2K miles on professionally rebuilt 1900 motor.

Asking $12K OBRO. Call Jeff 228-832-3481 or 228-424-2260. posted 4-2020

1964 Ford Fairlane 500 Sport Coupe hard top original condition, 289ci. W/ 84K, cruise-omatic trans. A/C, p/s, all new front end work with new disc brakes, new front and rear springs, new fuel tank and pump, new American wheels and new tires. $12,500.

Call Jack at 601 569-0345 posted 4-2020

1971 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow. Has beautiful gold colored Spirit of Ecstasy and one of the last of the big Rolls Royce Silver Shadow body style. Large 6.75L V8 engine, automatic, A/C, Power Steering, Power Brakes, and 8track. Garage kept for last 19+ years. Solid, straight car that is not running and needs restoration or consider a LS Chevy powertrain swap. Very elegant and tasteful and a must see!

Clear title, vehicle sold as-is, where-is. Best offer over $5,500. posted 4/20 Call Jim 228 868-3768 and leave message.

1979 Firebird T/A 10th Anniv SE 6.6 litre (Olds 403 ci) automatic. 3rd owner for 18 years, odo shows < 48K miles which appears accurate. Very original car, with one partial repaint and new silver leather PUI interior. Sold new @ Bay St Louis MS 4/5/79 and has remained on MS Gulf Coast since. Includes original window sticker, owners manual and build sheet. Original and working GM 8-track AM/FM radio/CB and CB antenna. No rust.

NADA average $41.6K, asking $23K OBRO. Contact Jeff 228-832-3481 or 228-424-2260 posted 4-2020

1923 T Ford Roadster. Chevy 350 ci, 35o trans (rebuilt) New interior, tires, alum radiator, headers, gauges & gas tank. Mallory dist. $9000. call Paul 504 834-5628 posted 4/20 2010 Can-Am Spyder trailer, never titled, have MSO, extra spare mag/tire, tongue jack, wire adapter to car, two hatches, brand new less than 100 mi total, bought for 46 Chevy Rod and never used, PPG "Is It Green" flip paint, blue to green flip. Great trailer for street rod or Can-Am. $1500 firm. For info call Mike, 228-326-0296 posted 4-20

New full size & ultimate tailgater BBQ Grills All aluminum. 228 832-4356

1966 American 440 Convertible. This driver has a 1974 AMC 232 engine/727 Chrysler trans, Clifford intake & headers, 500 Edelbrock, Isky 256 cam, Ford 7.5 rear end and Scarebird disc brakes. Not a show car but a 6 year old restoration that is a proven dependable driver. It shows signs of use. If you want to drive your AMC anywhere this 22 mpg vehicle is it. $6900 Call Ollie, 601-829-2589 or Email olliepatterson@hotmail.com posted 4/20

1956 Chevy with a 496 ci BB, 4 Speed manual trans, lots of new stuff. Customer lost interest and wants to sell it. Asking $24,000 OBO. Call 228 206-6299 or 228 861-4720 posted 4/20 www.GulfCoastMotorSports.com

1939 Chevy Master Deluxe has new a/c & heating system, new power steering and rack & pinion. New suspension, coil over shocks and springs, new Mustang II brakes on front end, new baller joints, new belts, new water pump that pumps out 30% more than regular pumps.

Everything new except crate engine, transmission, which are both 350â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and rear end. Everything chromed that could be chromed. New GM alternator, rotor, spark plugs, insulation, starter, transmission cooler, universal 2 speed wiper kit and rearview mirrors. New Banjo steering wheel, radiator & condenser. Four new Goodyear tires, two new LED tail lights with booster, new MSD high torque starter and JVC radio/CD player.

Mileage: 26,000 Receipts for all improvements listed $28,000 Call Nick: 985 882-5218 posted 4/20 10

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2000 Camaro Z28 completely loaded. Special.. handling package that cost over $2000. $10,500 info call Mario 228 493-4357

1999 Chevy Blazer fully loaded. Ford straight axle in the front.

With a 454 that looks like it came in. Looking to trade for a classic car. info call Mario 228 493-4357 1950 Ford custom. Has a power top. Flathead standard trans with overdrive. Runs and drives great. $29,500 black with maroon interior. info call Mario 228 493-4357

MGB. With a Toyota supra drive train. 5 speed run and drives perfect. $7,500 info call Mario 228 493-4357

1950 Chevy convertible. Automatic..a/c..power steering..power brakes. ZZ 3 engine.

Satellite radio, power top, drive anywhere $29,500 info call Mario 228 493-4357

1998 Jeep Cherokee SE Sport Utility 4D, Good shape, nice interior, needs some work been sitting awhile. Asking $1500 or best offer. call Adam 228 229-5073 posted 4/20

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1954 Chevy 235 six cylinder, standard, blue on blue. The block has a crack but runs and drives fine. $6,500 info call Mario 228 493-4357

2014 Corvette Stingray Coupe Z51 Package. 7Speed Manual Transmission. Night Race Blue Metallic with Kalahari Interior. 2 LT Package.

One owner 7900 miles. Like New (Mint Condition) $42,000. Contact Val for appointment. 985-732-4355 posted 4-2020

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1984 Monte Carlo, 305 engine, no rust, new tires, and automatic in the floor $6000 or best offer Call 228 596-8479 posted 4/20

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Tandem Axle Flatbed Trailer Steel Deck Electric Brakes Stake Pockets Rub Rails Good Condition $4,000 228-863-5425 posted 4-20

1965 Chevy Belair Wagon. sbc / power glide.

New aluminum radiator, new tires, new electronic ignition, new master cly and brake booster, new battery and 1 wire alternator, new dual exhaust. And more. Car runs and drives great. (Motor does smoke) I have a rebuilt 350 motor and trans that can go with it.

May do some trading on a Chevy truck 19551985. $6000 with remanufactured eng and trans. Call 251 454-6416 posted 4-20

1988 R30 Chevrolet Dually 3000 miles since the following: 469c.I. balanced assembly engine, New brakes, New front suspension, Sealed turbo 400 trans, Rear axle seals, New a/c comp, Alternator, Carb water pump. Heater core, Evaporator core, Radiator, Electric fan, Distributor, Plug wires, Window channels. Felts, Door gaskets, Front power window motors.

Needs: Radio and Headliner $9,995 obo Call Bob at 251-751-3588 or 251-666-7317

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1947 Ford Super Deluxe tudor. Dark green similar to original. interior is original fabrics with a little fluff. 239 Flathead engine, C-4 trans, 9 inch rear, rack and pinon front end, new wiring. All new brakes 2018. Custom interior, power brakes via electric vacuum pump, louvered hood (120 louvers) have stock hood also $16000. obo 662-393-6887 evenings best.

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1976 Cosworth Vega #3076 Mileage 11088 All original except: new water pump timing belt dist belt Fiero in tank fuel pump new paint (original deteriorated during 27 years of storage) $15,900 Call Bob at 251-751-3588 or 251-666-7317 Posted 2/20 1973 Oldsmobile Omega Drag Car Race Ready “Minus Motor & Transmission”. Roll Cage, 4 Wheel Disc Brakes, Aluminum Radiator, Two Fans, MSD Box, Hoses, Good set of Long Tube Hooker Headers, 5 Gal Fuel Cell, Electric Holley Fuel Pump, Braded Lines from pump to fuel regulator, Fiberglass Seat with Cover, Five Point Belts, Removable Steering Wheel, Trans Brake Button, Kill Switch, Tach with shift light, Nice Switches & Gauges, B&M Shifter, Chrome Molle Axle, Rear End has 4.11 Gear, Coil Over Shocks, Ladder Bar, Aluminum Support Rear Cover, Battery Charging Connector, Frame has been converted, back half with 2x2 Tubing, Weldon Rims Front & Rear, Tires only have 10 passes on them. Will Consider ALL REASONABLE OFFER’S Call Johnny Reb - 205-383-5135 posted 3/20

1926 or 27 Ford Model-T depot hack. ModelT engine that runs & can be driven. Wood in good shape. $10,000 Call 662-393-6887 evenings best. Car is located in NW Alabama Posted 3/20

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1988 Chevrolet S-10 w/LT 1 Corvette engine in excellent condition. It is blue w/silver undercoat, automatic transmission, radio, heater. 5000 miles on this engine. Front end and rear lowered 3" $12,599 Located in Lafayette, LA. Call 337-984-1445 posted 3/20

1931 Model A Tudor sedan with Chevrolet 350 -350 transmission. 2900 miles on this engine.

A/C, radio, electric doors and windows. Top chopped 4" and front end lowered 4".

California frame painted white. Running gear chrome. Exhaust stainless steel. Located in Lafayette, LA. $22,500. Call 337-984-1445. posted 3/20

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Electric Bar Stool. Like new condition, new chrome wheels & tires. New battery. Easy to pick up and will fit in back of mini-van. Asking $1500 Call 228-596-0664

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2012 Harley Davidson Ultra Classic Limited.

FLHTK 21k miles. Too many options to list. $12,000 Call or text 228 860-2180 posted 1/20

1991 Corvette 2nd owner, well kept, no damage, 85K miles, $6,500 OBO or trade for Jeep of equal value call Adam 228-229-5073 posted 1/20

1957 Chevy BellAir, 4 Door, 6 cyl, 3 Speed on the Column, A/C. $10,000.00 OBO. Call (985) 264-2180 or (985)705-4806 posted 2/2020 1947 Rare Merc. Beautiful customized coupe.

350 V8 engine, 350 tranny, power windows, doors, steering and brakes. Chopped top. Designer upholstery. Great driver $21,000.00 Call: 662-356-6035 for more info posted 2/2020

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Boss Laser Machine like new, Just like you would use your PC to send jobs to print on an inkjet printer you can also use your PC to send jobs to a laser cutter. However, unlike a normal printer that only prints on paper laser cutting machinery can cut or engrave almost any type of organic material as well as treated or painted metals. Some of the more popular materials that you can laser cut or engrave are: anodized aluminum, wood, acrylic, leather, stone, fabric, plastics, glass and much more. Aside from laser cutting materials some of the popular laser cutting markets or business opportunities include: Signage and name badges, trophies and rewards, treated steel, personalized wood products, ceramic gift items, and corporate novelties, rubber stamps, barcodes, etched mirrors and glass, fabrics and clothing, Industrial labels and tags, plastics and acrylic, cut outs, and etched marble tops. $7000 posted 11/19 call Brian 228 868-1716

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1989 Chevy Van G-30 Diesel Great shape.

Converted to camper. All electric. New tires all -around $4,000 OBO Call Adam 228-229-5073 posted 1/20 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. Red & White Showroom Excellent Condition $16,000 1962 Studebaker Champ. Red & White.

Excellent condition, New paint job, original engine, new tires. $8000 Two excellent vehicles, garage kept. Call Dick Simmons 601-955-1783 Meridian, MS posted 12-19

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1939 Chevrolet Master Deluxe Chevrolet 350 V-8. Bore 4.030 / Stroke 3.480 / Compression 9.32. Forged flat pistons, moly rings. Lunati hydraulic roller cam. Dart aluminum heads. Ceramic headers. Holly / Edlebrock 750 carb. 750R4 transmission.

Flowmaster muffler system. 9 inch rear / 3.5 ratio.. Accel spark plug wires. Two electric radiator fans. Aluminum radiator. Features; Dolphin gauges, total interior replacement, HushMat covers (interior) doors, dash, floor, roof, trunk, wheel wells, electric windshield wipers, Ron Francs Wiring products, exhaust wrapped in Muffler Armor, air conditioning, power bucket seats, power steering, power brakes, GM tilt steering column, steel body, smoke free interior, Memphis Audio system supplied / not installed. Car is prewired for speakers.

Receipts for supplies, service and carâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history will be furnished. The Chevy is an everyday driver and kept in a humidity controlled garage. Receipts for all work available. $35,000 obo Call Tommy 318 687-9306 posted 12/19

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1970 VW Bus. Camper with tent 1776cc engine, Hwy Flyer Trans. Restored two years ago with New Interior. Has cold A/C. Asking $23,000 OBO call 228 669-7353 posted 12/19

1965 Impala SS Runs good, looks decent, recent front end work and new front tires $9500 Call Jerry 601 928-6014 posted 12/19

Wanted 1970 Duster 340, 4 speed. Must run, have good title and in good shape.

Call 985-788-1728 leave message posted 2/2020

Dodge Truck. Completely restored. Known as the 440 Express. 440 Engine, 4 speed tranny, 2x4 Carbs, new gauges. $26,000 contact: 662-356-6035 posted 11/19

For sale Mickey Thompson built Aulter as is. TCI tranny, 426 Hemi, 9” rear 456 gear, twin batterys, 10lb. Refillable fire bottle, NRA approved $30,000 Call for more details. contact: 662-356-6035 posted 11/19

1957 T-Bird. Excellent condition and good reliable driver. Car has been well taken care and serviced regularly. We hate to see “Baby-bird” go but sometimes you just have to give them their freedom..… $28,000. OBO 228 596-0664 located in Gulfport, MS

1972 Honda 350-Four. Beautiful Re-paint.

Many new parts. Runs Great $3800 call Dan posted 3/20 251-366-6058 Early 60’s Cast Iron Powerglide transmissions. (have 2) $75 Each Call Tommy 601-833-4606 or 601-695-3890 posted 11-19

1983 Jole Taiwan Taxi. Had to convert to battery operated could not ship with gasoline engine. Has four new batteries. Titled and tadded in Mississippi and is street legal $11,000 contact: 662-356-6035 posted 11/19

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