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Jas. “Jimbo” Perkins P.O. Box 2847 ∙ Gulfport, MS 39505

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“ God has lined up divine connections, people that will be good to you, encourage you, push you forward, He’s also lined up people that will try to stop you, people that will try to make you look bad, try to discourage you. There are Goliath’s ordained to come across your path. If you don’t understand this principle, you’ll get discouraged, “God why is this happening to me?” No that opposition is not there to stop you; it’s there to establish you. When you overcome, you will not only step into a new level of your destiny but everyone around you will see the favor of God on your life. ” …… Joel Osteen Cruizin’ in the passin’ lane By: Jimbo Even with a hurricane baring down on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Cruisin’ the Coast had 8,308 registered vehicles and I think more would have signed up if registration hadn't shut down..

With Veterans Day this month and all the patriotic feelings being shared by all, I wanted to ad my contribution. On the cover is a new design by Jeff Allison. I asked Jeff if he would create a patriotic Gulf Coast MotorSports T-shirt. And now you have your choice of three different MotorSports shirts by Allison.

I look forward to November, to some people it’s all about cooler weather or the fall foliage thing. Not for me. See to me it’s the start of the eatin’ season. Yep! and I’ll start while I’m in Panama City Beach at the Emerald Coast Cruizin’ the official start of the holiday season. I have to start training for the Thanksgiving and Christmas party's and all the in-between events. All are filled with plenty of eatin’. Cookies, cake, pie, candy, turkey, sweet potatoes & fixin’s…

Yep!! I sure do look forward to this time of year… Hey didjaeatyet?

NEVER FORGET YOUR FRIENDS.. A newlywed young man was sitting on the porch on a humid day, sipping ice tea with his father.

As he talked about adult life, marriage, responsibilities, and obligations, the father thoughtfully stirred the ice cubes in his glass and cast a clear, sober look on his son.

"Never forget your friends," he advised, "they will become more important as you get older."

"Regardless of how much you love your family and the children you happen to have, you will always need friends. Remember to go out with them occasionally (if possible), but keep in contact with them some how.

"What strange advice!" thought the young man. "I just entered the married world, I am an adult and surely my wife and the family that we will start will be everything I need to make sense of my life."

Yet, he obeyed his father; kept in touch with his friends and annually increased their number. Over the years, he became aware that his father knew what he was talking about.

Inasmuch as time and nature carry out their designs and

CRUIZIN’ IN THE PASSIN’ LANE Jimbo page……..3 GIZMOS CARRIAGE HOUSE……

Gizmo page……..4 NSRA NEWS…….

Donna Holland page...…...5 OUR ROAD TO SEMA…….

Stefanie Lea page……..5 BREAKFAST CRUISE-IN...

Michael Lachaussee page……..6 THE COLE REPORT… Al Cole page...…...7 FOOT NOTES WJMC SHOW….

Lynne Lightfoot page…......9 THANK OUR VETS…….…

Lynne Lightfoot page…....10 NOSTALGIA FROM SCOOTER… Scott Strenzel page...….14 THE SHOP SCENE……

Gizmo page...….16 VETERANS DAY….

Candy Cocktail page…....18 TRUNK TALES……

Cubby Hole page…....20 NO ONE FIGHTS ALONE.…

Lynne Lightfoot page…....22 17 FOREVER……

Terry Mason page…... 24 CRUISIN’ TO THE CREEK……..

Brian Barsema page…....26 CAR EVENTS………………….... page…....28 MOTORCYCLE EVENTS………. page…....45 BUSINESS DIRECTORY…… page…....48 CLASSIFIED………………….

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mysteries on a person, friends are the bulwarks of our life.

After 60 years of life, here is what he (and you) will have learned: Time passes.

Life goes on.

The distance separates.

Children grow up.

Children cease to be children and become independent.

Jobs come and go.

Illusions, desires, attraction, sex....weaken.

People do not do what they should do.

The heart breaks.

The parents die.

Colleagues forget the favors.

The races are over.

But, true friends are always there, no matter how long or how many miles away they are.

A friend is never more distant than the reach of a need, intervening in your favor, waiting for you with open arms or in some way blessing your life.

When we started this adventure called LIFE, we did not know of the incredible joys or sorrows that were ahead. We did not know how much we would need from each other. Love your parents, take care of your children, but keep a group of good friends. Dialogue with them but do not impose your criteria.

Sent in by: giff1500@

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Jimbo, It's about 50 degrees, raining up in the hills. Sure signs it's early mud season, when roads get slicker and tractors won't traction.

After early mud season we'll have pothole growing season. The freezing, thawing water will crack hard-surfaced roads. Workers will fertilize immature potholes with salt and cinders, and cultivate growing potholes using snowplows and tire chains. By March there'll be full-grown crop of potholes. Then late mud season. In May, when temperatures rise again, asphalt production will resume for pothole patching until late September. That's 3 seasons up in the hills. Not finishing field work that should have been done. Reasons for getting back to Gulfport.

Best regards, Mendal Yoho

Burgers & Dogs at the Boyington Doing what we do best giving back and putting a smile on some of the residents/patients at Boyington Heath and Rehabilitation Home. See the staff in a few months for our other biannual event. Thanks for having us and the food was great as always.

Gizmos Carriage House AKA Poppys Garage November 2017 Seems like just some time last week or so we were all getting ready for a new year. Time just keeps on ticking, but I wish the ticks would slow down some. I guess it's all about perspective.

From my perspective at my now senior age, its flying by.

The Queen informs me that some stores started putting up Christmas decorations and stuff long before Halloween. I would not know because I rarely go shopping, unless its motorcycle or automotive related, and those places hardly if ever put out Christmas decorations, and if they do they would wait until they beginning of December.

At this rate most stores down here will most likely be decorating for Mardi Gras the week of Thanksgiving. That is kind of sad for me, from my perspective. Maybe that's the reason time seems to go faster, because people keep rushing things. As a kid, Thanksgiving Day began the start of the Christmas shopping time and to begin decorating. Apparently that's not so anymore and has not been so for many many years.

Maybe I should start my Christmas shopping early for next year, while I have not started doing so for this year. I am like most of my male friends and don't usually go shopping until a few days before Santa's arrival. I like walking around in stores looking totally helpless, kind of like a deer caught in the headlights, and not a clue as to where to find most items on my list. Let me just say the Queen has gotten some awful gifts from me in my early adventures in shopping. Now she has learned to give me pictures of items along with details as to where to find them in certain stores. I still mess up though, because I hardly if ever take those directions when I do decide to go.

Well have a Safe Mardi Gras everyone, no wait Happy New Year, no no Merry Christmas, I'm so confused, on second thought, have a Wonderful Thanksgiving everyone. And one more important thing Thank a Veteran, for without them we could not and would most likely not be able to celebrate any of the annual Holidays.

Till next time from the Carriage House Gizmo.

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The start of October came in with fast speed ahead. Cruisin the Coast started Sunday with us at the block party in Gulfport. It is always so exciting on the first day, beside all the beautiful street rods it is the friends you have made in the pass years you get to see again.

I helped flag The Street Rod Road tour group into their special parking places at the Block Party. The group was organized by Jerry Dixey. I observed that most of the cars had NSRA inspection stickers. I talked with a few NSRA reps and some inspectors enjoying this event.

The venues opened Thursday and Friday and I could not keep count of all the NSRA stickers on the street rods. This shows that the inspectors are doing their jobs so that our street rods and all older vehicles are safe. Thank you Jerry Cuevas our NSRA inspector from south Mississippi for doing a good job keeping our rods safe.

CTC had a record year with over 8300 cars. Mother nature gave us a scare and the event closed a day early, but it was the safe thing to do. We were blessed the hurricane Nate came and left so fast.

This event is over but CTC will start planning for next year so we can all enjoy this great event. The dates for next year are Sept. 30 - Oct. 7, 2018.

Hope to see you there.

Thanks Donna

We made it ‌ OUR ROAD TO SEMA is happening right now!

This being our November issue, I know I'm in Las Vegas, Nevada right now attending SEMA 2017.

I'm honored and proud to be working along side Bryan Dagel and the staff on this International RATical Rod Build-off / Drive-off competition, heading to SEMA for the first official year. Seeing this Stefanie Lea event come full circle is a great feeling and accomplishment for us all. Its something that hasn't come easy, I stayed up late at nights worried over one thing or another. Full of anxiety waiting on deadlines from all the teams and holding our breathe to even see if SEMA was going to let us in the door. And with a lot of team work and determination, we now have a solid group of people all working on the same ROAD TO SEMA ... WE made it happen!!

As everyone is geared up and meeting in Lincoln, Nebraska for the 1,300 mile journey towards Las Vegas, Nevada. I’m just getty over just getting to ride along with this convoy of International Rat Rodders, I call my friends.

As we drive over the Hoover Damn and into downtown Las Vegas, Nevada for a cold beer, on the last leg of this trip. In one of the amazing RATical Rods that will be on display this year at SEMA. Its almost to good to be true! A lot can change in a year, but step back and look at what you guys have accomplished in that year as well!!

MS Gulf Coast Area Jerry Cuevas 228 326-7489 Little Rock MS Area Johnny Knochenmuss 601-938-3060

Brandon MS Area Thomas Yates 601 832-9646

Stay tuned to us on Facebook with live shots along the way as Our Road SEMA is wide open and ready to roll down the red carpet, rub elbows with a few people that cross my path. Make a few new friends and enjoy the ones I hold dear to me now! ..Xo Find us on Facebook @ Gulf Coast MotorSports Magazine or RATical Rod Road to SEMA

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By: Michael Lachaussee The October Hardee's Breakfast Gang were recuperating from a week of Cruisin and thankfully a weak category 1 Hurricane which shortened Cruisin the Coast. A little fall feeling weather with slightly less humidity provided a pleasant time for this months cruise in at Hardee's in Lucedale with approximately 28 cars.

This photo represents a portion of car enthusiast who make the monthly breakfast. This is only 21 car buffs who have a total of approximately 1000+ years of car knowledge. It would be an understatement to say most of these guys and gals have worked on every type of car conceivable.

There were several people not available for this photo and hopefully next month we can present another group. It would be a good question to ask this group - Are you passing this knowledge down to preserve these treasures for the future?

Many in this group are in their 60's and up and it would be safe to say the culture from growing up in the 50's has changed dramatically. The younger generation interested in cars today think the 1970/80's are "old" and seem to like cars, trucks and jeeps we once considered daily drivers.

Nothing wrong with this, in fact it's a good thing to see younger people involved in this hobby. But we can only hope this younger generation will one day be turned on by a 1932 all steel Ford or a 1955 stock Mercury or Chevy. Don't let this knowledge end with this generation. Wonder if these guys hire out???

This 1964 Corvette is owned by Dale Poole from George County. He's had it about 4 months and the car came out of Tennessee. It has a 500 HP small block Chevy engine. In addition to this one, Dale has a stable of Corvettes - a 1964 convertible with 1800 HP, a 1965 with 1000 HP, a 1970 with 1000 HP, and a 1971 with 550 HP. Needless to say he's into Vettes! Dale is one of the guys pictured in the years of experience. He possesses 52 years of experience and has enjoyed his hobby.

We want to wish continued recovery to Greg Prine and Tom Browning. Also our prayers go out to Larry Branning and family in the loss of his daughter, Melissa.

Come join us in Lucedale, MS every 2nd Friday of the month with or without a vehicle.

November 10…………. Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in at Hardees in Lucedale, corner of Old Hwy 63 & Cowart Street from 7:30am till.

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Bill Adams from Alabama missed out on the group photo but we captured him by Dale Poole's Corvette. Bill also has tons of car knowledge and is still very much interested in this hobby.

Started out the month heading over to Bogalusa La. for the Open Road Cruisers 8th annual benefit show. Real nice show held at Cassidy park 200+ cars/trucks. That night we headed down to the Fremaux Mall Cruise-in in Slidell, La. Made it up to the Cruise in Cafe in the Kiln for the 4th Friday Cruisin. The next day we got over to the 4th Sat. Long Beach Harbor Cruisein, had around 80 cars/trucks this one.

Then the days got busy I made my annual five event Friday on the 29th. Started at Bible Baptist Church for a day with the students hanging with us and picking their favorite cars/ trucks.

Second stop visit friends at Hazardous Waste show #4 at Gulfport Dragway, this is one wild Fri/Sat of fun.

The third stop had me at the Biloxi Oyster Festival. Headed down the Beach for stop number four at Sharkheads. And for stop number five we headed to the East for Holy Family Catholic Church fair.

The rest of the week was Cruising the Coast.

We also made several Thursday car/bike nights at the Silver Slipper Casino, also made several of our regular Pass Christian Harbor Cruise-in's on the first Friday and third Saturday.

See y'all somewhere or everywhere and remember to watch for our friends out cruising on bikes...

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Foot Notes

By Lynne Lightfoot West Jefferson Medical Center (WJMC) in Marrero, LA has held a Family Fest each October since 2009. All proceeds benefit the WJMC Cancer Center, Cardiology, Pediatric Emergency and Rehab Services departments.

What started as a one-day event has grown to a three-day affair featuring food, music, games, rides, a Halloween Costume Contest, Trick-orTrunk for the kids, a Friday Night Cruise-In and a Saturday Car & Bike Show.

This year’s entries included classic cars and trucks, low riders, many members of a local Corvette club, dune buggies, motorcycles and even a semi-truck.

For the second year, my husband, Charlie and I entered The Turtle, our ’52 Chevy Styleline and my brother, Herb, entered his 1989 Dodge D100 pickup. The guys were very proud to be honored with Top 50 Awards. Last year, The Turtle won the Under Construction Award. Although still very much a work-inprogress, I guess she has had too much done to still meet that criteria.

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This beautiful 1929 Chevrolet was modified in the 1940’s using its original all-steel body. She sports a dash and cowl reveal from a 1931 Auburn which was added in the late 1940’s. She is proudly owned by Victor Bostick of Westwego, LA and took the Best Engine Trophy.

Members of the Corvette Club waiting for the awards presentation.

Best in Show was a beautiful Black Rose 2017 Chevrolet Corvette owned by Edward Ledet of Belle Chasse, Louisiana.

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I come from an American family. We are proud of our roots and we don’t hesitate to step up and defend all that our great country has always represented. Our family bleeds red, white and blue. We stand for and respect our flag, our national anthem and our president.

My dad, Charles Vincent, was a Merchant Marine in World War II. It wasn’t until 1988 that he was able to refer to himself as a Veteran, despite his service and having been under fire while performing a very important duty. His brother, my uncle Gerald, was a WWII Navy veteran. My cousin, John Kirwin, served in the Army in Korea and died in the horrific Death March. My husband, Charlie Lightfoot, is an Army Vietnam Veteran. His son, David, is Active Duty Army. My step-son (from my previous marriage), Michael BoisClaire, is Active Duty Marine and his daughter just finished up at Paris Island and has begun her service as a Marine, too. We have other family members who have served or still serve and I appreciate each and every one.

Since our nation celebrates Veterans Day in November, I thought it would be nice to show here some of the Faces of Freedom I was honored to encounter while Crusin’ the Coast this year.

These men and women were willing to make the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our great nation, our freedoms and our way of life. I, for one, will forever be grateful to them and to every person who has or does put on a uniform. May God bless them and may God bless America.

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A MINI BONNEVILLE RUN, & STUPID SCOOTER? OK a couple of months ago I told you GCMS readers about Russ and his 63 ½ red Ford 390 kickin’ Harvey Rays butt in his 63 Red SS Impala. Well more of the true story of Harvey Ray and some stupid stuff from Scooter continues.

Harv was so piddled that his Chevy SS got beat that he sold it, went back to my dad and bought a new 64 silver blue Corvette coupe with the higher HP 327 365 HP V-8 with 202 heads, and the famous ¾ race solid lifter Duntov Cam and other more serious GM hi po stuff. Of course it had a 4 speed, but ended up with high way 3:08 gears.

Harv broke it in, grabbed me and my buddy Jerry, and asked us to make a MINI BONNIE RUN with him to be witnesses to the top end numbers. So we head north on US-131 just north of Reed City, Michigan. At the US 10 intersection Harv turned left to head west on good old US-10. Harv power shifted at about 7000 RPMs from 1st to second, fishtailed a bit sideways even with 3 of us in his Vette. Then at close to 100 banged 3rd with a decent rip of the 6:70 X 15 BIAS PLY white walls, and then after cramming it into 4th the speed-O was reading a whopping 155 MPH!! We pass the Aug. issue’s drag race starting line and continued on up the hill and past REITA'S RESTAURANT ! Reita had her famous beef stew as the special of the day! WHOLLY MOOSE CRAP, SARGENT EMERSON LAKE, (his real name) of the local Michigan State Police post was just getting out of his Mo-Par cruiser, and our air stream had him honestly grab his hat so it would not be sucked off his head as we cruised by at a let off it lightly at those speeds 145 MPH or so. He just gave us a quick to hell with those jerks wave and turned to go eat.

We never heard a thing about it from him or the post either. Life in the forming days of nostalgia was good and then some. After Harv had had his fill of 150 MPH+ runs, he pulled the 3:08s in favor of 4:11's to get to the stop light stuff big time. Sadly Harv got killed later on racing with the 64.

Rest in peace in hub cap heaven Harv.

The Chevy dealership ended up with the totaled 64, 365 HP Vette in pile out back of the garage where I'm the lot boy / wrecker driver. My boss Henry tells me I get to haul it the 85 miles to Grand Rapids, Michigan and grab the check they will be paying for what's left of Harv's 64.

This junk yard was the only place back then that wanted anything to do with ripped up fiberglass Vettes. So off I go at $1.10 an hour. When I got there I asked the yard boss how much he wanted for the engine. I bought Harv's whole 365 HP 327 engine from generator to Holley carb to oil pan on the fairly cheap side and hauled it back to Reed City with the wrecker. I figured an extra 70 HP could be fun in the 58. Right?

Once Jerry and I got it fully installed, I had Jack the parts man order me up a new set of 3:08's, like Harv had. Quickly we pulled my 4:11's out so I too could make MY MINI BONNIE RUN or two before slapping the 4:11's back in the 58 Vette. I also had just purchased a new set of ATLAS PLYCRONS tires.

I'm running US 131 south of Reed City, near the CRAPO FLATS which everyone knew was the home of DYNAMITE THE CLOWN, and the county line. It is a 3 or 4 mile slightly down hill slope to the south road that was good to help the non wind tunnel 58 to see just how fast it would go with 3:08s and 365 HP? I'm at about 135 and the whole car begins to vibrate like a 25 cent Holiday Inn bed. And I see about four cars ahead of me that I figure I'll just

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pull out at about 145 MPH, blow their doors off and gently pull back in.

Then I was figuring I'd be near Paris Mi. so I have to do a BEACH BOYS ???? AKA SHUT DOWN! Back then all Michigan cars except dealership cars had to have both front and rear license plates. As I pull in from passing those cars at about 145, in my badly vibrating dash mounted mirror, I see that the last car I passed had NO front license. Wholly Serious Poop Bat Man! It’s a new blue Kings-wood Estate wagon from the dealership that was Henry's wife's car. If she didn't get scarred to death when I blew by her, she'll for sure tell on me to my dad.

I was on my lunch hour from the dealership, so I went back to work washing a couple of used car or something. My dad was in his sales man / Mgr's office but only waved at me.

It was Friday, so I punched out at about 6, drove home to eat and dad was already home and in the bathroom or some where washing up. I had a date with my steady Sue, so I crammed down a cheese burger and some green beans to make mom happy. I said hi, kissed mom and hollered to dad if he was around and told him that I'd be at the dealership early tomorrow to get the used cars all washed. I heard nothing so I figured I was good to go.

I ran to the Vette grabbed my keys and went to shove one in the ignition only to find a hole that looked like a cigarette lighter hole that had lost it lighter. Dad had used a straight paper clip and removed the whole assembly. I never even looked towards the house. I went in the garage, grabbed the lawn mower and began to hand gas mow our almost an acre lawn a bit early. I hoped maybe dad would not bother me doing something with out being asked or told to.

The second he left, I called Sue and told her I'd not be seeing her tonight, which was not good for me. This kind of thing with dear ol’ dad had happened before, so I knew not to go get my lite blue 210 2 dr 55 Chevy either. I was grounded.

Scott & Sue at age 16 Turned out after three weeks dad, peeked over the top of his glasses and muttered to me.... Son Jack told me you were stupid enough to spend your money on a set of 3:08 gears for your Vette? Do me a favor and “get your ass down to the garage and remove those damn 3:08s, sell them or use them for a good boat anchor and get your 4:11's back in that damn hot rod so you don't kill your self ripping past other sane drivers at speeds that had to be over 140.”

I went to the 58 and it had it ignition back in. So after I went to the dealership and did a R & R of the 3:08s to my 4:11's. I hit the road so I could continued our romance as usual. Dear ol’ dad never said any thing else about it. BUT Jack, the parts mgr told me it was my dad in the blue Kings-wood wagon not, Henry's wife.

Life was good when Sunoco 260 was less than 30 cents a gallon.

Scooter scooter4422@comcast.net

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...the officer is none other than my famous, often messing with me, in scooters future years as a car guy.......

SARGENT EMERSON LAKE.

I am on the bottom RIGHT, with smart ass smile.

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I had an opportunity to meet Mr. Brian Hagwood of Headliners Plus in Gulfport today and had the pleasure to catch him in a rare moment of not being real busy. As most in this automotive industry, he started relatively young doing body work, and soon tired of that, and he became more interested in doing upholstery. So he decided it was time to start his business doing mostly Headliners in 1994. After a short time he began to seek out quality people that knew the trade. So he began hiring what is now a staff of four, to do complete auto and truck interiors.

He knew he had to hire experienced folks with the right skill to do the job at hand, and most of the four have been with him over 17 years. He and the staff try real hard to give his customer s what they want, for a fair price, and make sure they are appreciated. That formula for success seems to be working, because he has had to move to larger buildings twice since he started this operation. Presently their location is 3410 12th Avenue, in Gulfport and has been since 2015.

He and the staff are passionate about doing quality work, while giving the customer exactly what they have in mind. They also try not to do the same thing twice, never trying to duplicate what they had just done. They are always trying to keep up with the latest trends and styles, and adding their own little twists and creativity. He has a great stitch and some really good installers that turn out some quality examples of craftsmanship. He and a few of the staff are of the gearhead persuasion as well. So doing things with and to all things automotive comes natural to them.

Great work by great people and at a fair price is truly a recipe for success. So stop in and see him when you just need a headliner, convertible top, vinyl top, or a complete from the floor up interior or just something small that needs a little attention. They can handle it That is why its named, Headliners Plus.

You won’t be disappointed.

Later Gizmo

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Veterans Day vs Memorial Day

By Candy Cocktail During my time volunteering with the nonprofits Heels for Combat Boots and Pinups for Patriots, it became apparent to all of us involved that the majority of people did not actually know the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Most people of course know that both holidays honor our military, but beyond that they cannot distinguish the difference between the two. This month, in honor of our November issue to recognize our admirable veterans, I felt it important to elaborate on the two holidays.

This month's holiday, Veterans Day, is a federal holiday held every 11th of November. The annual holiday was created to honor all military personnel who have served in the U.S. armed forces.

According to the public holidays website, congress called for special ceremonies to be held and for the holiday to be a day of prayer, thanksgiving and expressed a desire for the American flag be on display throughout the holiday. Instead of honoring only those that actually fought in a war, it is regarded as honoring all those who have ever served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Originally called "Armistice Day," the date to honor those that serve was chosen by President Woodrow Wilson to commemorate the signing of the armistice with Germany that ended hostilities during World War I. The treaty however failed to end the war; it was not until the signing of the Treaty of Versailles in 1919 that the war officially ended. Armistice finally became an official American holiday in 1938. In 1954, the name was changed to Veterans Day. "To us in America the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with - solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the

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country's service, and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of nations." - Woodrow Wilson Both holidays are about something very important: honoring the sacrifice that our service members make. The difference with Memorial Day is that unlike Veterans Day, the day honors those who DIED while in military service to our country, whether it be in battle or from injuries sustained in battle.

Always observed the last Monday in May, Memorial Day formed as a result of the American civil war. According to Wikipedia, the practice of decorating soldiers' graves with flowers is an ancient custom that dates back to before the American Civil War, yet during the Civil War it became increasingly popular.

While both patriotic holidays increase the number of Americans proudly waving their flags and wearing red, white and blue, Memorial Day is the day that you see many service member's graves decorated with American colors and flowers and national cemeteries lined with rows of beautiful flags. The holiday was originally called "Decoration Day" because both the North and the South decorated their loved ones graves in a manner similar to ours today. In 1882, the name was changed to "Memorial Day" and Federal law officially declared the name in 1967.

On Memorial Day, the U.S. flag is lowered to half-staff for the morning part of the day. At noon, it is raised to full-staff for the remainder of the day. The half-staff position remembers the more than one million men and women who lost their lives in service to their country. At noon, their memory is raised by the living, who resolve not to let their sacrifice be in vain, but to rise up in their stead and continue the fight for liberty and justice for all.

(Wikipedia) In addition to Veterans Day and Memorial Day, there are other days to honor service members: Dozens of nations around the world hold an Armed Forces Day annually in honor of their military forces. In the United States, Armed Forces Day is celebrated on the third Saturday in May, near the end of Armed Forces Week.

June 14: Flag Day and U.S. Army Day August 4: U.S. Coast Guard Day September 17: U.S. Air Force Day October 13: U.S. Navy Birthday October 27: U.S. Navy Day November 10: U.S. Marine Corps Day December 13: National U.S. Guard Day

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The future ?

1. Auto repair shops go away. A gasoline engine has 20,000 individual parts. An electrical engine has 20.

Electric cars are sold with lifetime guarantees and are only repaired by dealers. It takes only 10 minutes to remove and replace an electric engine. Faulty electric engines are not repaired in the dealership but are sent to a regional repair shop that repairs them with robots. I am thinking...your electric engine malfunction light go on so you drive up to what looks like a Jiffy-auto wash, Your car is towed through while you have a cup of coffee and out comes your car with a new engine.

2. Gas stations go away. Parking meters are replaced by meters that dispense electricity. All companies install electrical recharging stations.

3. All major auto manufacturers have already designated 5-6 billions dollars each to start building new plants that only build electric cars.

4. Coal industries go away. Gasoline/oil companies go away. Drilling for oil stops.

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5. Homes produce and store more electrical energy during the day and then they use and will sell it back to the grid. The grid stores it and dispenses it to industries that are high electricity users.

A baby of today will only see personal cars in museums.

1. The FUTURE is approaching faster than one can handle! In 1998, Kodak had 170,000 employees and sold 85% of all photo paper worldwide. Within just a few years, their business model disappeared and they went bankrupt. What happened to Kodak will happen in a lot of industries in the next 5-10 years and, most people won't see it coming. Did you think in 1998 that 3 years later you would never take pictures on film again?

Yet digital cameras were invented in 1975. The first ones only had 10,000 pixels, but followed Moore 's law.

So as with all exponential technologies, it was a disappointment for a time, before it became way superior and became mainstream in only a few short years. It will now happen again (but much faster) with Artificial Intelligence, health, autonomous and electric cars, education, 3D printing, agriculture and jobs.

Welcome to the 4th Industrial Revolution. Welcome to the Exponential Age!!

2. Software will disrupt most traditional industries in the next 5-10 years.

3. Uber is just a software tool, they don't own any cars, and are now the biggest taxi company in the world.

4. Airbnb is now the biggest hotel company in the world, although they don't own any properties.

5. Artificial Intelligence: Computers become exponentially better in understanding the world.

This year, a computer beat the best Go-player in the world, 10 years earlier than expected.

6. In the U.S., young lawyers already don't get jobs.

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I was writing an article to honor Veteran's Day, when this came across my computer. I have a strong loyalty to the United States of America, the men and women who protect us, and the American Flag that since June 14, 1777, when the Flag Act was established. It has been a symbol of our strength and unity. It has been a source of pride and inspiration for millions of citizens, and has been a prominent part of our national history. I feel this should not be offensive to any American.

A time to kneel Written by: Ted Nugent Take a little trip to Valley Forge in January. Hold a musket ball in your fingers and imagine it piercing your flesh and breaking a bone or two. There won't be a doctor or trainer to assist you until after the battle, so just wait your turn. Take your cleats and socks off to get a real experience.

Then take a knee.

Then, take a knee on the beach in Normandy where man after American man stormed the beach, even as the one in front of him was shot to pieces ... the very sea stained with American blood. The only blockers most had were the dead bodies in front of them, riddled with bullets from enemy fire.

Take a knee in the sweat soaked jungles of Vietnam. From Khe San to Saigon ... anywhere will do. Americans died in all those jungles. There was no playbook that told them what was next, but they knew what flag they represented. When they came home, they were protested as well, and spit on for reasons only cowards know.

Take another knee in the blood drenched sands of Fallujah in 110 degree heat .. Wear your Kevlar helmet and battle dress. Your number won't be printed on it unless your number is up!

You'll need to stay hydrated but there won't be anyone to squirt Gatorade into your mouth.

You're on your own.

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your displeasure, you dishonor the memories of those who bled for the very freedoms you have. That's what the red stripes mean. It represents the blood of those who spilled a sea of it defending your liberty.

While you're on your knee, pray for those that came before you, not on a manicured lawn striped and printed with numbers to announce every inch of ground taken ... but on nameless hills and bloodied beaches and sweltering forests and bitter cold mountains .. every inch marked by an American life lost serving that flag you protest.

No cheerleaders, no announcers, no coaches, no fans ... just American men and women ... delivering the real fight against those who chose to harm us ... blazing a path so you would have the right to "take a knee." You haven't any inkling of what it took to get you where you are ... but your "protest" is duly noted. Not only is it disgraceful to a nation of real heroes, it serves the purpose of pointing to your ingratitude for those who chose to defend you under that banner that will still wave long after your jersey is retired.

If you really feel the need to take a knee, come with me to church on Sunday and we'll both kneel before Almighty God. We'll thank Him for preserving this country for as long as He has. We'll beg forgiveness for our ingratitude for all He has provided us. We'll appeal to Him for understanding and wisdom. We'll pray for liberty and justice for all...because He is the one who provides those things.

But there will be no protest. There will only be gratitude for His provision and a plea for His continued grace and mercy on the land of the free and the home of the brave. It goes like this ...

GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!!

Remember that Veteran's Day is November 11th. This is the day set aside for us to applaud the brave men and women who are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces and those who have served. Do not forget these brave men and women.

Send them your prayers.

Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it…it flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.

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By Lynne Lightfoot On Saturday, September 16, 2017, Combel’s Customs Cruisers, a newly formed club in Marrero, LA, held its First Annual Benefit Car & Bike Show. The founders, John and Rhonda Combel, love cars and love helping others. It was a no-brainer for them to get together with a bunch of their friends who share those passions and do just that. Within just a few months of starting the Cruisers, they had already held their first major event and it was a resounding success.

All profits from the show were donated to No One Fights Alone, a local non-profit organization whose mission statement is: "Understanding the expenses that come with a cancer diagnosis, 'No One Fights Alone' will organize fundraising efforts to support selected individuals and their families so they can focus on the battle against cancer instead of the bills."

In 2014, Todd Ritter, was diagnosed with colorectal cancer.

Although he had good health insurance, the mounting bills for uncovered expenses concerned and worried Todd, his family and their very good friends. So, his friends and family came together to help raise money to help pay Todd’s bills. They were so successful in their efforts that, in January 2015 they founded the non-profit organization No One Fights Alone (“NOFA”) to help others who have also been given a cancer diagnosis and who could use financial help.

NOFA each year chooses several cancer patients, their “Heroes,” who will be the recipients of their help. In 2017, they are Chad Grosch, Jr., age 10, acute Myeloid leukemia; Dwight Rodrigue, Sr., age 65, pancreatic cancer; Kelly Lew Boudreaux, age 50, colon cancer; Noella Folse, age 52, vaginal squamous cell carcinoma; and Travis May, age 20, germ cell cancer.

Unfortunately, on May 16th, Todd Ritter lost his 41-month-long battle with cancer at 48 years old. NOFA has pledged to continue their work in Todd’s memory.

Combel’s Customs Cruisers chose NOFA at their charity for their first event. The car show had more than 100 cars registered. In addition, they held a 50/50 raffle, sold donated food and drinks and had a large, silent auction. Once it was done, Combel’s Customs Cruisers were able to give NOFA a check for $41,212.72 – outstanding for such a fledgling organization.

For more information on NOFA, go to www.noonefightsalonenola.org To see more photos of the event, go to www.facebook.com/LynneVLightfoot

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By: Terry

Mason Barfield

This year's Cruisin The Coast was the best one yet in so many ways…plus we finally broke the 8,000 registered car ceiling we had been so close to for the last few years! Final number 8,308! Yea, that is so frickin' awesome!

Our week started out getting up at 4am, (my grand daughter Kaley and me) with Cruisin Keesler on Keesler Air Force Base on the first Saturday. It's always exciting to go through the inspection to get on the base. We have to go in the rear vendor gate with the Hot Rod Show trailer. Kaley's eyes got real big when she saw the guards with AK's! Of course we had to get out and open all the doors on the truck and trailer and go inside while the dog goes through everything. I had been through it all a couple times before, they mirror under the trailer and truck, but it was fun watching Kaley go thru it and with her mouth wide open! The show as usual was killer! Beautiful setting for the show on the banks of the Biloxi Back Bay, under those 100 year old oak trees. Good turnout of cars and they feed everyone, great show with the Troops!

Day 2, Sunday, once again up at 4 AM for what is turning in to one of the cruisers favorite shows during CTC, View The Cruise in downtown Gulfport.

The official Kickoff of CTC! Got downtown about 5 am, got the trailer in position and leveled, the golf cart out and here comes the rain. It rained hard for about 45 minutes and then it was done. Got everything set up, my Hot Rod Show Sound Crew, headed by Kurtis Parker did an awesome job getting the extras sound systems up and going. At 10 AM we kicked off View The Cruise with the most emotional Veteran's Tribute and National Anthem I have ever been a part of. Glad I had my sunglasses on as tears were streaming down my face as the cruisers showed their immense respect for our Veterans, our Flag and our National Anthem. (There is a video on Terry Mason's Hot Rod Show Facebook page.) 2-3000 classic cars and well over 15,000 people. It just gets bigger and bigger each year!

Monday was the parade in Long Beach and the Tip Tops at the harbor. The cloudy skies hurt the attendance at both, but the parade and the Tip Tops were awesome!

Wednesday was set up day for the CTC Swap Meet at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum. We got the trailer all setup and ready. My brother and his wife Linda came in that afternoon and I did a shrimp boil for them at my house. Boiled shrimp, new potatoes, corn on the cob, cole slaw and crackers.

We all ate too much.

Thursday we were at the Coliseum at 8am to be ready to open at 9am. We opened each day with our Veteran's Tribute and National Anthem. Right after we got the show kicked off at 10 AM. This year's CTC Swap Meet had over 265 vendors and I think all the cruisers came through. The World Famous Jenks from ET Motorgear brought TV Celebrity Courtney Hansen over to the Hot Rod Show trailer for an interview. Courtney stars on OverHaulin with Chip Foose and Power Nation. She has a new show coming out that she will be starring on, but she couldn”t announce it until SEMA where it will be announced. She did tell me, but I can't tell. What a nice person Courtney was, a delight to interview and obviously a beauty to behold! Thursday night I took the family to my favorite catfish place, Shaw's Catfish on Hwy 53 just into Hancock County, we ate too much!

Friday was a tense day as the CTC Board was deciding what to do with the storm, Nate out in the Gulf. About 12 Noon I received word that the CTC Board had met and had decided that CTC would end a day early, at 5 PM on Friday afternoon. This would allow cruisers about 24 hours to get out of town before the storm. We all knew as long as CTC was going on, many of the cruisers were not going to leave. So it was a good decision, just hate that the biggest Cruisin The Coast ever had to be cut short. Friday we ate at the White Cap Seafood Restaurant, one of my favorites, we all ate too much!

The normal Sunday morning Cash Drawings ($20,000) were held on Saturday morning where they gave away the 40 $500 drawings, the Make A Wish 36 Ford Truck and unveiled the raffle car for 2018, a 1968 RS Camaro Coupe. I like to always buy tickets, (1 for $10 or 3 for $25) it's a great cause and maybe one day I will win!

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Courtney is doing an interview with me and I’m not letting her out of the Hot Rod Show Trailer …….

Granddaughter Kaley Taunton with celebrity Courtney Hansen. Kaley stands 5’3” Courtney is 5 something...

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CTC is such a great event, the hardest thing as I've always said is trying to explain to someone who has never been what CTC is like. I get to see cruisers from all over, some I just see during CTC. I didn't get to talk with everyone that stopped by the Hot Rod Show trailer, some I just got to wave at.

But thanks to everyone that stopped by, it really made my day. See you next year at America”s Largest Block Party, Cruisin The Coast!. til next month…

Terry

This is a photo of my buddy Charles Beard, getting a private meeting with celebrity….

Cristy Lee

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Cruisin’ to the Creek 2017 Hosted by First Coast Car Council Story & Photos by: Brian Barsema Oct 7, 2017 - Cruisin’ to the Creek car show. This amazing little show every year is hosted at Trout Creek Marina and fish camp in St Augustine Florida. Usually this show is hosted the weekend before Cruisin the Coast in Mississippi and is stop off show going to the bigger show. This year it fell during the last weekend of Cruisin the Coast and right after our hurricane graced us with a visit.

This year 187 cars registered and helped raise 5000 dollars for Ronald McDonald House Charities.

The 187 cars were all extremely different and made a nice car show to walk through. The grounds covered in old oaks makes this show a picture takers paradise with every type car type you could want on the grounds.

This year’s hurricane season saying you can have a storm, this state can have a storm took a major toll on this show. The decreased vendors, and pure numbers told the story of an area hurting. I hope everyone no matter where you’re at you made it through with as little damage as possible.

I myself took damage to my truck good it’s a n old beat up antique with a flamethrower. I would like to thank all that came out and braved the heat and made this show possible. To all diehards that made this show go on despite heat and rain, I hope next year this show can come back to full glory and maybe add activities like an evening cruise to Downtown St Augustine or locations to the show.

Walking through shows I run across many different groups raising money for many fundraisers of all types. This month I ask you to think about your Veterans. No matter where I go I seem to run into Pinups now that my wife does it regularly and semiprofessionally. Whether in Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, or Florida these ladies not only help work these shows we attend, and they have hearts of gold helping the Veterans. Pinup groups like Pinups for Patriots, Heels for Combat Boots, and many other independent groups across the nation raise money for the many Veterans organizations and fundraisers around the world. I like assisting with K9s for Warriors, myself.

They train service dogs for PTSD TBI MST former service members. Helping grant former service members a companion and a helper.

November 11 is going to be a busy day for I have two shows. First my Club show in Orange Park Florida “Back to The Fifties” with the Clay County Cruzers and I will make my way to Jacksonville for the Dog Tags and Lint Brushes Car Show raising money for K9s for Warriors. Hair for the ladies and cars for the guys all for a good cause. Come by and I will be giving out Gulf Coast Motorsports Magazines at both locations.

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November 2017 November 3 Pass Christian, MS 1st Friday Night Cruisein. 4pm-8pm at the West end of the New Pass Christian Harbor.

November 4 D’Iberville, MS 24th Annual Santa Cruise Open Car Show. 9am-2pm Santa arrives at 10am. Door Prizes, 50/50, Top 15 Awards. Registration $15 or New Unwrapped Toy valued at $15. Food & Music will be provided. Show is at the Big Ridge Baptist Church, 3230 Big Ridge Rd., D’Iberville, MS. For more info call Morris 228-209 -7101 or Joey 228-596-5159 November 4 Mobile, AL Po-Boy's 1st Saturday Cruise-in at Tillmans Corner (KFC at Tillmans Square) Hwy 90, Mobile AL. 50/50, DJ Music, 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm. Mobile's Showcase for Antique Cars, Classic Cars, Custom Cars, Hot Rods, Street Rods and Rat Rods. Proceeds benefit local charities. Event sponsored by: Alston Brothers Lawn & Tractor, Advanced Auto and Metal Brothers. Info call Jo-Jo Johnson 251 367-6666 & enjoy the KFC Buffet November 4 Luling LA. 11th Annual Car Show by the Louisiana Custom Cruisers, at St. Charles Parish Westbank Bridge Park. 13825 River Road, Luling, LA 70070.

Registration 8am-12pm. Show-N-Shine 11am-6pm. Dash plaques for all entries. Registration $30 (FREE T-Shirt with pre-entry by Oct. 31st) Pre-Entries are entered in a $200 cash drawing. Cars, Trucks, Bikes, Race Cars, Low Riders, Antiques, Street Rods, Boats, etc. Music, Food and drinks, Door Prizes & More!!! Info 985-785-8494

make way to beautiful Panama City Beach, Florida for this week long 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. A ladies area with crafts, jewelry, kids will love the activities as well. Their is 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 10-12 Lakeland FL Fall Florida AutoFest Bigger is indeed better! Fall Florida AutoFest takes place at its ultra spacious facility, the SUN n FUN complex in Lakeland, Florida. By coming to Lakeland and Fall Florida AutoFest, you're not just coming to a car show or automotive themed weekend, you're coming to an event that is suitable for enthusiasts of all ages. It doesn't matter if you're the most die-hard car guy (or girl) or you're a family looking for a day out of the house, Fall Florida AutoFest has it all! The weekend plays host to thousands of collector and classic automotive enthusiasts who will come to SUN n FUN for one of the largest automotive swap meets in the region. In addition, there are classic cars and trucks available within the car corral or enjoy a thrilling collector car auction presented by Carlisle Auctions. Not only are there multiple forms of automobilia for sale, but you can also check out or be part of a classic car show. Throughout the weekend, hundreds of classics, spanning generations of production, will be on display with awards presented Friday and Saturday of the event. In addition, there's a great array of

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food, displays, guests and more. Plus, Carlisle Events will tip its cap to what SUN n FUN is all about, aeronautical excitement. The onsite museum will be open during the event, there will be helicopter rides, a fly over and more air themed fun. Each year will bring something different, so be sure to get involved today! Adult Admission: $10 FridaySaturday, $5 Sunday / Event Pass $20 Kids 12 and Under FREE. Event Hours Fri.-Sa. 8am-5pm , Sun. 8am-3pm.

November 10 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in at Hardees in Lucedale, corner of Old Hwy 63 & Cowart Street from 8:30am till. For more info call Mike Lachaussee 228-369-1431 November 11 Columbia, MS 5th Annual Veterans Picnic Car, Truck & Bike Show (to include Military Vehicles) 9 am - 3 pm at the Columbia Water Park. 10-Car Awards, 5Truck Awards, 2-Motorcycle Awards, 3-Military Vehicle Awards, Top Rat Rod, 1-pre-1951, 1-1990 and up, Best in Show for Cars, Trucks and Bikes. Entry Fee $25.00.

Additional vehicles $10.00 each vehicle. All vehicles should be licensed and insured. Goody Bags for the first 60 entries. Food, Drink and Souvenirs will also be available. All Proceeds aide Mississippi’s Wounded Veterans through the “Wounded Minutemen of Mississippi” (all branches of service are eligible for aide). If you would like to participate in the “Parade of Vehicles” it will start at Keith’s Superstore on Hwy. 98 in Columbia (across from Grubbs Motors) at 10am and ends at the picnic. Come out and enjoy the day.

Opening Ceremony at 12pm. REGISTRATION ENDS AT 12pm. For more information contact the Veterans Service Officer at 601-736-2239 or 601-466-7001. Mailing address: 250 Broad St., Set. 13, Columbia, MS 39429 November 11 D'Iberville, MS Bishop Insurance Car Show Veterans Day Event will be held at Warrior Stadium in D'Iberville, MS from 9 to 5. Open to all Cars/Trucks. All car clubs are welcome to attend - there will be hamburgers, hot dogs, and cold drinks. All proceeds will benefit local youth and charities. This event is hosted by Bishop Insurance Agency. Please contact Jody Entrekin (228) 2073553 jody@bishopins.com November 11 Gulfport, MS Second Saturday Cars and Coffee at The Busted Wrench Garage and Museum, located at 2311 29th Street, Gulfport, from 8am-10am. Join us for FREE coffee and conversations. All vehicles welcome!! Contact for more info: 228-864-9082 November 18 D'Iberville, MS Gear Head Cruizers 3rd Saturday Night Cruise-in at Twin Peaks parking lot.

Lakeview Village, 3516 Sangani Blvd., D'Iberville, MS 39540. 4pm till Good Eats, 50/50, music. Info: Perry 228348-0409 or Dave 228-669-9256 November 18 Pass Christian, MS 3rd Saturday Night Cruise-in. at the West end of the New Pass Christian Harbor. 4pm-8pm November 18 Slidell, LA 3rd Saturday night cruise-in at Fremaux Town Center. Take Fremaux exit off I-10 Slidell, La. 5:00-9:00PM. Music, 50/50, Shopping & Restaurants. All cars, trucks & bikes welcome. Hosted by Irons C.C. For info leave a message for Bart 504-913-9715 November 24 Kiln, MS 4th Friday Night Cruise-in at the Cruise In Café. 16331 Highway 603, Kiln MS. from 5pm 8pm, Award for Best Car, Oldies Music and Food Specials.

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November 25 Long Beach, MS 4th Saturday Night Cruise -in at the Long Beach Harbor. 6pm-9pm. Everyone Welcome

December 2017 December 1 Pass Christian, MS 1st Friday Night Cruisein at the West end of the New Pass Christian Harbor. 4pm8pm December 2 Gulfport, MS. 4th Annual North Pole RodRun Charity Christmas Cruise-in at the Best Western Plus (228-864-0050) & Clarion Inn (228-868-3300) These hotels have adjoining parking lots and offer ground floor outside room entrances. Vendors are welcome. Entry Fee... your donations of New unopened Toys and Non-perishable food items. Items collected will be distributed to Toys For Tots, & Feed my Sheep here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Hotels are located on Hwy 49 South of I-10 exit 34. Info: Jimbo 228 596-0664 December 2 Mobile, AL Po-Boy's 1st Saturday Cruise-in at Tillmans Corner (KFC at Tillmans Square) Hwy 90, Mobile AL. 50/50, DJ Music, 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm. Mobile's Showcase for Antique Cars, Classic Cars, Custom Cars, Hot Rods, Street Rods and Rat Rods. Proceeds benefit local charities. Event sponsored by: Alston Brothers Lawn & Tractor, Advanced Auto and Metal Brothers. Info call Jo-Jo Johnson 251 367-6666 & enjoy the KFC Buffet December 2 Picayune, MS Confederation of Leathernecks Toys for Tykes III Toy Run A Benefit for Angel Trees Ministries Please bring an unwrapped toy for a Boy or Girl When: December 2, 2017 Where: Friendship Park, Highway 11, Picayune, Mississippi Early arrivals: Coffee and donuts will be available An escorted ride will 34

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JANUARY 2018 January 6 Gulfport, MS The 2018 Gulf Coast Car/Truck/ Motorcycle Event Planning & Scheduling Meeting will be held at the Clarion Inn, (phone 228-868-3300) Hwy 49, Gulfport, MS. (Exit 34 I-10) meeting will start at 10am. . This is an open invitation to all car & motorcycle clubs, civic organizations and church groups to inform the public of their planed events taking place during the 2018 season. All car/ truck & motorcycle event related topics open for discussion by everyone. You can help prepare a calendar of events, advertise your show, discuss any new problems you may have encountered with your particular event. Exchange club roster, and list of officers, and share any information as well as ideas and suggestions on events and shows on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Each club is asked to send at least one representative, but as many as you want to send are welcome... Out of state clubs are also welcome to participate.

A master schedule will be combined and distributed to car clubs. If you have any questions, please call 228 596-0664 or e-mail jimbo@dixiepress.com January 12 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in at Hardees in Lucedale, corner of Old Hwy 63 & Cowart Street from 8:30am till. call Mike Lachaussee 228-369-1431 leave Friendship Park @ 11:00 AM traveling to City Hall on Goodyear Blvd., Picayune, Mississippi for a short program.

Come join us after the event for food, music and a good time at the American Legion Hall, 2500 Union School Road, Picayune, For additional info, contact Lee at 601-273-6219, George at 985-264-4135 or Glen at 601-798-9540.

December 3 Bay St. Louis, MS The Misfits Toy Drive for the Children in DHS services. The Cruise-in will be Sunday December 3rd at the Depot in Bay St. Louis from 10:00 am till 2:00pm. Please Come out and bring a new unwrapped toy and put a smile on a child's face for Christmas.

December 8 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in at Hardees in Lucedale, corner of Old Hwy 63 & Cowart Street from 8:30am till. info call Mike 228-369-1431 December 9 Gulfport, MS Second Saturday Cars and Coffee at The Busted Wrench Garage and Museum, located at 2311 29th Street, Gulfport, from 8am-10am. Join us for FREE coffee and conversations. All vehicles welcome!!

Contact for more info: 228-864-9082

January 13 Gulfport, MS Second Saturday Cars and Coffee at The Busted Wrench Garage and Museum, located at 2311 29th Street, Gulfport, from 8am-10am. Join us for FREE coffee and conversations. All vehicles welcome!!

Contact for more info: 228-864-9082 January 13 Pearl, MS Annual Planning Meeting for all MS street rod clubs. Start at 10:am until 2:30 or 3:pm. The meeting will be held at the Holiday Inn, Trustmark Park. 110 Bass Pro Drive, Pearl, MS 39208 take exit Pearson Road off I-20 East (47B) phone 601-939-5238 All street rod related topics open for discussion by everyone. You can help prepare a calendar of events, advertise your rod run or car show, discuss any new problems you may have encountered with your particular rod run, exchange club rosters and list of officers, and share any information as well as ideas and suggestions on street rodding in MS. NSRA Rep. “CW” Smith will be on hand. Hopefully, some other guest will be there to make presentations. Each club is asked to send at least one representative, but as many as you want to send are welcome. Lunch will be in the meeting room. Plan to pick up

December 9 D'Iberville, MS. Santa's Helper Toy & Food Drive. 9 am -1 pm at The Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Lemoyne Blvd. D'Iberville, MS. Registration fee is $20.00 or Unwrapped Toys and Food. Awards, 50/50, Music,, Bingo and more. Food and drinks available on site. Rain or shine.

We have indoor space to keep you warm. Hosted by MS Beach Cruisers car club. All proceeds go to St Vincent de Paul. More information call 228 324 1301.

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December 16 Pass Christian, MS 3rd Saturday Night Cruise-in. 4pm-8pm at the West end of the New Pass Christian Harbor.

December 22 Kiln, MS 4th Friday Night Cruise-in at the Cruise In Café. 16331 Highway 603, Kiln MS. from 5pm 8pm, Award for Best Car, Oldies Music and Food Specials.

For more info. call Randy at 228-254-5270 December 23 Long Beach, MS 4th Saturday Night Cruisein at the Long Beach Harbor. 6pm-9pm. Everyone Welcome

Second Saturday Cars and Coffee at The Busted Wrench Garage and Museum, located at 2311 29th Street, Gulfport, from 8a-10a. Join us for FREE coffee and conversations. All vehicles welcome!!

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FEBRUARY 2018 February 3 Gulfport, MS Gulf Coast Winter Classic at Gulfport Dragway. 1st race of the season so bring your cars, trucks, bikes, pro stocks, muscle cars, dragsters out for a day of racing. Gates open at 9am Test & Tune "Stop Light starts and no times", Time trials start at Noon, eliminations start at 2pm. Grudge Racing · Vendors · Swap Meet.

Entrance Fee: Car & Driver $20 - Spectator $10. All Swap Meet & Vendors Welcome* (*Food Vendors must call track 228 863-4408) Vendors Set Up FREE . On site camping available. Gulfport Dragway is located I-10 exit 31. Go South on Canal Rd, cross over railroad tracks. go about 1 mile, turn left onto Racetrack Road and continue to Gulfport Dragway. www.gulfportdragway.com February 9 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in at Hardees in Lucedale, corner of Old Hwy 63 & Cowart Street from 8:30am till. info call Mike 228-369-1431

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February 23-25 Baton Rouge, LA 40th Annual R.O.D.S. Run at Gerry Lane Cadillac / Hampton Inn in Baton Rouge, LA. Hosted by the Ramblin' Oldies of Denham Springs car club. Pre-49 only. Food & Drinks vendors, music, free swap meet. Benefits the Hospice Foundation of Baton Rouge. For more information call Lee 225-673-8562 (Continued on page 40)

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information: T-Tommy - 601-833-8620 or Brookhaven Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce 601-833-1411 March 9 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in at Hardees in Lucedale, corner of Old Hwy 63 & Cowart Street from 8:30am till. For more info call Mike Lachaussee 228-369 -1431 March 10 Bay St. Louis, MS 2nd Saturday Cruise-In at the Harbor. 4pm - 8pm. Music - 50/50 - Prizes. Enjoy local restaurants & 2nd Sat Shopping downtown. Open to all Car/ Truck/Bikes Everyone Welcome. (March thru September)

February 24 Bay St. Louis, MS 5th. Annual VFW Auxiliary Post 3253 Open Car & Truck Show 208 third street Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520. Dash plaques to first 50 registered vehicles, top 20 cars, top 5 trucks, 5 specialty awards, best of show, Commanders choice award, John Parent memorial award. Registration 8am-noon. Awards 2:pm. Entry fee day of show $25.00. Silent Auction, Food, Drinks, and dessert available. call bobby 228-493-2033 or Elaine 228-216-9571

MARCH 2018 March 3 Bay St. Louis, MS 20th annual GNAT Nationals Open Car Show. Saturday, March 3, 2018; 8:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. Silent Auction, 50/50, Wipe-Out Board, Prizes Galore, Food, 50’s-60’s Music, Games, Coloring Contest, Dash Plaques, Sponsor Awards, Vendors. Top Prizes !! FUN FOR ALL AGES……………… Our Lady of the Gulf, 228 South Beach Blvd, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520 Charities CASA and Senior Citizens of Hancock County. Awards presented at 2:00 P.M. Pre-registration $20.00 by February 21, 2018 $25 day of show. Top 25 Awards, Furthest Driven, Sponsor Awards, Best of Show. Awards to be voted on by Registered Participants. “Our Chefs will be cooking all the good food!!!!”

For information: Bobby 228-493-2033 or Donna 228-3323006 Misfits Street Krewzers · P.O. Box 2101 · Bay St. Louis, MS 39521 Rain Out date March 10th at the Depot in Bay St. Louis March 3 Brookhaven, MS Fielder's Pro Shop Goin' To Town Car Show in beautiful historic downtown Brookhaven, MS. this show is sponsored by Fielder's Pro Shop, Tourism council, and Advance Auto Parts. Mention show for special room rates at the Hampton Inn 601-823-3800 or Comfort Inn 601-835-0055. Pre Entry $10 or $15 day of show. for more

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March 16-18 Pearl, MS 40th Annual Dixie Rod Run Presented by: Mississippi Street Rod Association March 16, 17, 18, 2018 Trustmark Park, Pearl, MS. Pre--74 Show Preregistration: $20.00 After March 1, 2018: $25.00 For more information; call, Mike Summerlin at 601-832-8771 Or e-mail: AAAScale@aol.com Top Ten; pre- 49 - Top Ten; Pre- 74.

50/50 drawing, Friday night BBQ for registered entries, dash plaques, NSRA inspections, swap meet, trophies, games, cash prizes, Grand Prize 350 engine, must be present and registered to win. Ladies Tea: theme; 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s attire.

March 17 Gulfport, MS Gulf Coast MOPAR Showdown at Gulfport Dragway. MOPAR’S ONLY Gates open at 4 pm for time trials & Eliminations start at 7 pm. Gulfport Dragway is located I-10 exit 31. Go South on Canal Rd, cross over the railroad tracks. Go about 1 mile, turn left onto Racetrack Road and continue to Gulfport Dragway. 228 863-4408

APRIL 2018 April 6-7 Gulfport MS 6th Gulf Coast Auto Show Open Car/Truck/Motorcycle Show & Cruise-in at the Best Western Plus (228-864-0050) & Clarion Inn (228-868-3300) These hotels have adjoining parking lots and offer ground floor outside room entrances. There is plenty of room for show car parking as well as the cruise-in cars. 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. Both Hotels are located on Hwy 49 South of I-10 exit 34. Hosted by the Coast Cruizers. Info Jimbo 228 596-0664 April 7 Biloxi, MS Cruise-in at Edgewater Mall Hwy 90, Biloxi, MS 6pm - 9pm This monthly event is hosted by the Coast Cruizers, Gulf Coast MotorSports Magazine and the Merchants of Edgewater Mall. Info Jimbo 228 596-0664 April 13 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Breakfast Cruise-in at Hardees in Lucedale, corner of Old Hwy 63 & Cowart Street from 8:30am till. For info Mike Lachaussee 228-369-1431

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I-10 Exit 31 Go south on Canal Rd. Cross over the railroad tracks. Go about one mile. Turn left onto Racetrack Rd.

Gates Open 6 p.m. ∙ Time Trials Start 6 p.m. ∙ Eliminations at 9 p.m.

Car & Driver: $25.00 ∙ Spectators: $8.00 ∙ 10 Yrs. & Under: $5.00

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November 1 King of the Hill Wednesday Test & Tune November 3-5 King of the Coast 1/8 mile Gaylon Rolison, promoter 228 323-7325 November 8 King of the Hill Wednesday Test & Tune November 10-11 Diesel Thunder Michael Cassaday 228 263-2550 November 15 King of the Hill Wednesday Test & Tune November 17 TGIF 1000” Race Footbrake & Electronics Gates open 6pm November 22 King of the Hill Wednesday Test & Tune November 29 King of the Hill Wednesday Test & Tune December 1-3 King of the Coast 1/8 mile Gaylon Rolison, promoter 228 323-7325

2018 February 3 Winter Classic 1/8 & 1/4 Mile times. Gates open 10am. Time trials 11am. Eliminations 1pm. - Calling ALL Gassers - Street Rods - Classic Hot Rods Muscle & Pro-Mods - Dragsters… Bring Your Parts - Free Swap Meet

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To list your event or Check for event updates NOVEMBER November 2-5 Jack, Al. Backwoods Thunder Fall Rally The event will be held at 1697 CR 207 in Jack beginning at 8:00 am on Thursday. Admission is $30.00 for the weekend or $20.00 for a single day pass. Military personnel will be admitted for $20.00. No one under 21 years of age will be admitted. The event will include bike games, a bike show, loudest pipes contest, contests, entertainment, karaoke, bands, free camping and more. Bike games will include board race, weenie bite, bike wash, jousting and more.

Awards will be given to winners. The bike show will include various categories and awards will be presented to winners. For more information call Chuck at (850) 481-6603 November 4 Picayune, MS Mississippi Leathernecks 9th annual Turkey Shoot at the American Legion Hall, 2500 Union School Rd. Picayune, MS 39466. Shoot starts at 1pm. Arrive at 11 am to eat lunch and sign up for shoot and prizes. Info call Lee 601-273-6219 November 10-12 Carencro LA 16th Annual Swamp Scooter Gumbo Rally. Everyone is welcome at our Annual Gumbo Rally so come pass a good time and laisser les bons temps rouler (let the good times roll) at BAYOU WILDERNESS RV RESORT near Lafayette. Your $ 55.00 (pre-registration) Rally fee includes great food Friday and Saturday nights as well as breakfast on Saturday, bike games, shaded camping, a great location to camp and enjoy the bonfires. $60 at the gate where you can perhaps purchase a tshirt, no promises. We will have clean port-o-lets and water stations in the camping area as well as a bath house with toilets and hot showers in the RV area for our use. No travel trailers, campers or buses allowed on grass. If you have one of the aforementioned sleepers, you will need to call the campground, 337-896-0598, to reserve a site in the RV area and those charges are separate from the Rally entry fee. Bayou Wilderness RV Resort 600 N. Wilderness Trail, Carencro LA 70520.

We only have one fundraiser a year and distribute money from that fund. We donate to numerous local charities, injured, fallen officers and their families. Registration begins at New Orleans Harley Davidson, 6015 Airline Dr, Metairie, la. Stops include: Eagle Rider Gretna Gun Works The Pit Stop Saloon (Luling) Bay Cafe The Kamp Ends at Rock-n-Bowl Metairie LA info: Kirk (504) 343-4625 kirkbordelon@yahoo.com November 12 Biloxi, MS MBVMC Vintage Motorcycle Show Sunday, November 12, 2017 at the Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art on Beach Boulevard in Biloxi MS. To enter a bike in the show: $10 first bike, $5 per additional bike. Trophies for the first 3 places in each class plus a “best of show”. The public is invited (no admission fee).

Registration from 11:00AM to 1:15 PM. Judging starts at 1:15 PM with awards at 3:00 PM. Food and drink will be available at the museum. The following 12 classes will be judged: Vintage American over 350cc, Vintage American 350cc or less, Vintage British Vintage European 1978 or newer, Vintage European 1977 or older, Vintage Scooter Vintage Japanese over 305cc, Vintage Japanese 305cc or less, Un-restored Original Cafe´ racer (any age), Custom (any age), Competition (any age) November 18, Carriere, MS Annual Angel Tree Motorcycle Run. Registration starts at 8am - kickstands up at 10am $20 per motorcycle (includes lunch) at First Baptist Church of Carriere, 7264 Hwy 11, Carriere, MS. Info 601-798-6301 November 26 Gulfport, MS. ASGARD MC 33rd Annual Toy Run Sunday, November 26, 2017 10:00 AM. Donate One New Toy, Clothing, or $10 Per Motorcycle Party After the Ride at Harley Shop, Cedar Lake Road, Exit #44 - Live Entertainment • Vendors Food • Beer & Cold Drinks By Southern Event & Party.

10:00 A.M. Kapp’s Hideaway, Hwy 43, Kiln Ride to Gulfport Dragway 11:00 A.M. Gulfport Dragway, Exit #31. Drinks on Site.

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November 11 D'Iberville MS. Gulf Coast Veterans Parade Saturday, 11:00 AM. Join us to help honor the many U.S. Veterans at the Gulf Coast Veterans Parade. Downtown D'Iberville, MS November 11-12 Slidel, LA Gulf Coast Rock n Rumble Bike Rally Saturday- Sunday Our biggest event of the year and it is FREE! Live Music, Vendors, Beer and More Wrestling matches with Hacksaw Jim Duggan, Big Poppa Pump Scott Steiner, Buff Bagwell and many more! Rockin the house is Bag Of Donuts, Supercharger, Category 6 and 90 Degrees West! This is the event you don't want to miss! Location - Mike Bruno's Northshore Harley-Davidson, 791 W. I-10 Service Rd., Slidell LA 70458 info. Brandon (985) 641-5100 brandona@northshoreharley.com www.rocknrumblerally.com November 11 Metairie, LA Blue Knights LAII Annual Poker Run Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM This is our annual poker run.

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DECEMBER December 2 Picayune, MS Confederation of Leathernecks Toys for Tykes II Toy Run A Benefit for Angel Trees Ministries Bring Unwrapped Toy for Girl or Boy , 2017 Friendship Park, Highway 11 Picayune, MS Arrive early for Coffee & donuts An escorted ride will leave Friendship Park at 11:00 AM traveling to City Hall on Goodyear Blvd., Picayune, Mississippi for a short program. Come join us after the event for food, music and a good time at the American Legion Hall, 2500 Union School Road, Picayune. For additional info Lee 601273-6219 George 985-264-4135 Glen 601 -798-9540 December 2 Bikers United For Children Toy Run Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Host Donations go to the Wesley House - Donation of 1 new toy per participate.

Coffee & refreshments will be served.

Registration begins at 10AM. Hilton Garden Inn/Northeast Conference Center US Hwy 11 & 80 off I-20/I-59 Exit 154 Address 111 US Hwy 11 & 80 Meridian, MS 39301 KSU 1 PM - Motorcycles will ride through downtown Meridian to College Park UMC where lunch is provided. Everyone Welcome Billy Tisdale info - 601-479-5709 bikersunitedforchildren@gmail.com December 9 Tupelo, MS 28th Annual Tupelo Toy Run & Motorcycle Parade Saturday10:00 AM Please bring a new unwrapped toy, a gift card or monetary donation for the children of Harden House and LeBonheur Children's Hospital Assemble at 10 am - Parade leaves Ballard Park (back parking lot) 2629 Main St Tupelo, MS 38801 at 11 am Email jeffjones4u@hotmail.com

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Toys for Tykes II Toy Run A Benefit for Angel Trees Ministries Bring Unwrapped Toy for Girl or Boy December 2, 2017 Friendship Park, Highway 11 Picayune, MS Arrive early for Coffee & donuts An escorted ride will leave Friendship Park at 11:00 AM traveling to City Hall on Goodyear Blvd., Picayune, Mississippi for a short program.

Come join us after the event for food, music and a good time at the American Legion Hall, 2500 Union School Road, Picayune. For additional info Lee 601-273-6219 George 985-264-4135 Glen 601-798 9540

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the future, only omniscient specialists will remain.

6A. Watson already helps nurses diagnosing cancer, its 4 times more accurate than human nurses.

7. Facebook now has a pattern recognition software that can recognize faces better than humans. In 2030, computers will become more intelligent than humans.

8. Autonomous cars: In 2018 the first self driving cars will appear for the public. Around 2020, the complete industry will start to be disrupted. You don't want to own a car anymore. You will call a car with your phone, it will show up at your location and drive you to your destination. You will not need to park it you only pay for the driven distance and can be productive while driving. The very young children of today will never get a driver's license and will never own a car.

8A. It will change the cities, because we will need 90-95% less cars for that. We can transform former parking spaces into parks. 1.2 million people die each year in car accidents worldwide. We now have one accident every 60,000 mi, with autonomous driving that will drop to 1 accident in 6 million mi. That will save a million lives worldwide each year.

8B. Most car companies will doubtless become bankrupt. Traditional car companies try the evolutionary approach and just build a better car, while tech companies (Tesla, Apple, Google) will do the revolutionary approach and build a computer on wheels.

8C. Many engineers from Volkswagen and Audi; are completely terrified of Tesla.

9. Insurance companies will have massive trouble because, without accidents, the insurance will become 100x cheaper. Their car insurance business model will disappear.

10. Real estate will change. Because if you can work while you commute, people will move further away to live in a more beautiful neighborhood.

11. Electric cars will become mainstream about 2020. Cities will be less noisy because all new cars will run on electricity.

12. Electricity will become incredibly cheap and clean: Solar production has been on an exponential curve for 30 years, but you can now see the burgeoning impact.

13. Last year, more solar energy was installed worldwide than fossil. Energy companies are desperately trying to limit access to the grid to prevent competition from home solar installations, but that simply cannot continue - technology will take care of that strategy 14. With cheap electricity comes cheap and abundant water. Desalination of salt water now only needs 2kWh per cubic meter (@ 0.25 cents). We don't have scarce water in most places, we only have scarce drinking water. Imagine what will be possible if anyone can have as much clean water as he wants, for nearly no cost.

15. Health: The Tricorder X price will be announced this year. There are companies who will build a medical device (called the "Tricorder" from Star Trek) that works with your phone, which takes your retina scan, your blood sample and you breath into it. It then analyses 54 bio-markers that will identify nearly any disease. It will be cheap, so in a few years everyone on this planet will have access to world class medical analysis, nearly for free.

16. 3D printing: The price of the cheapest 3D printer came down from $18,000 to $400 within 10 years. In the same time, it became 100 times faster. All major shoe companies have already started 3D printing shoes.

17. Some spare airplane parts are already 3D printed in remote airports. The space station now has a printer that eliminates the need for the large amount of spare parts they used to have in the past.

18. At the end of this year, new smart phones will have 3D scanning possibilities. You can then 3D scan your feet and print your perfect shoe at home.

19. In China, they already 3D printed and built a complete 6-story office building. By 2027, 10% of everything that's being produced will be 3D printed.

20. Business opportunities: If you think of a niche you want to go in, first ask yourself: "In the future, do I think we will have that?" and if the answer is yes, how can you make that happen sooner?

20A. If it doesn't work with your phone, forget the idea. Any idea designed for success in the 20th century is doomed to failure in the 21st century.

20B. Work: 70-80% of jobs will disappear in the next 20 years. There will be a lot of new jobs, but it is not clear if there will be enough new jobs in such a short time.

21. Agriculture: There will be a $100 agricultural robot in the future. Farmers in 3rd world countries can then become managers of their field instead of working all day on their fields.

22. Aeroponics will need much less water. The first Petri dish produced veal is now available and will be cheaper than cow produced veal in 2018. Right now, 30% of all agricultural surfaces is used for cows. Imagine if we don't need that space anymore.

23. There are several startups who will bring insect protein to the market shortly. It contains more protein than meat. It will be labeled as "alternative protein source" (because most people still reject the idea of eating insects).

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1929 Model “A” all steal, Mustang front end, chromed Corvette rear, 3.8 Buick V-6 Turbo, 350 auto, elect seats, windows & sunroof, bullitt wheels, Teal & Tan paint. A REAL Streetrod… $28,000 negotiable (but not much) Call Pete 228-304-2191 posted 11/17

1965 AC Shelby Cobra factory built 1993 with 2,150 original miles. 351 W engine, Bourg Warner 4 speed transmission, hydraulic clutch.

Racing suspension with Coilover shocks. 9 inch Ford posi rear end. Ceramic headers and side pipes. Racing harnesses. New upholstery and carpet. Clean fun car with classic muscle car sound. $29,500 Call Billy 985-397-2408

1934 Ford Coupe, Ford Racing Red, 289 miles, 350 crate motor, turbo 350, 9” Ford Rear -end, AC Heat, Beam Axle, Coil overs, Powder Coated Frame $32,000 contact Johnny Briley at 318-331-3992 or jbriley08550@live.com 11/17

1979 Trans-Am. 6.6L original drivetrain, custom interior, custom wheels, runs and drives great. $12,000 O.B.O. Call Tim at 228-216-6819 posted 10/17

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1956 Chevy Belair, 4dr post car, 265 with powerglide. $7,500 Call Tim at 228-216-6819 posted 10/17

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1948 Chevy Sedan Delivery. All steel body, shaved and decked, frenched LED taillights, 3rd brake light, custom v-butt windshield, paint color viper red with silver and gold ghost flames. CHASSIS: Mustang front end with disc brakes, Chevy rear end with air shocks. 350 Chevy engine, PS/PB, aluminum radiator, Vintage Air AC / Heat / Defrost. Chrome: valve covers, a/c compressor, alternator and breather.

Cut off switch under hood, battery in rear. Ron Francis wiring 24/7. TRANSMISSION: 700R4 overdrive. INTERIOR: Color: red door panels, side panels, console and bucket seats (both power), black carpet and head liner, walnut bed floor. Power windows and doors. Bitchin' dash red with black carbon fiber insert, Auto Meter gauges with LED lights. AM / FM / CD. Chrome Ididit tilt steering column with key.

Newport 2 speed wipers. WHEELS: 17" Boyd Coddington. $34,900 OBO No Trades posted 10/17 Call Ed 317-407-2460

1979 Cadillac Seville Opera Coupe. I purchased this car 5 yrs ago and because of my age, I decided to sell it. I was told only 160 units were manufactured. It has two large heavy leather bucket seats. (2 passengers only) the odometer reads 26,009 miles. It has a 360 Oldsmobile engine with a 400 transmission.

Price is $25,000 OBO. Call Dick at 228-332-0850 or 228-326-0316 posted 11/17

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1978 Corvette T-Top 55,000 Miles Cold AC and Heat Original Interior Radio Color is Kandy Brandy Wine 383 Stroker Chevrolet Motor Asking $15,000.00 Contact Jim at 228-860-1138 posted 10/17

1969 Chevelle Tribute in excellent condition and a dependable driver. The engine is a 454 and 425 HP with less than 8k miles ; also has headers. Automatic on the floor. In the last 2 years we have added new brakes, shocks, vinyl top, Bluetooth vintage stereo, new vintage air and new twin exhausts. Interior in great condition and bucket seats have been reppadded. SS rims and tires with good tread.

Only taken to local shows. Selling due to physical disability You will not be disappointed with this price $22,000 ….much more money has been invested in this vehicle .

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1980 Firebird, Chevy 350 with small cam, 350 trans., headers, runs great. $6,500 posted 10/17 Tim at 228-216-6819

1957 T-Bird. This baby bird has been sitting in this nest to long. Wants to fly away… the car has been well taken care of and we hate to see “Baby-bird” go but sometimes you just have to give them their freedom..… asking $25,000. Jimbo 228-596-0664 Car is located posted 10/17 in Gulfport, MS

1991 Corvette. 2nd owner. All original car. about 85K miles on it. Never had any damage to it. Need to sell only because of health and age problems. My misfortune is your good fortune. No text and no messages.. my phone might not be as smart as your phone. So just call me and we can talk about my love for this car..... call Adam... 228-229-5073 Car is posted 10/17 located in Biloxi, MS

1966 Mustang convertible, black on black with US chrome rims, 4 brand new tires. Runs great, looks awesome, electric top works fine. $20,000 obo or trade. Mark 601-766-1066 posted 11/17

1950 Mercury Coupe. California Rust-Free Car - 350 Crate Engine, 350 TH Transmission, Nova Clip, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Dakota Digital Gauges, New Paint Job, New Tires, AC/Heating, Cruise Control, New Radiator, GM Tilt Steering Column. $35,200.

Call 601-795-0628 or 601-337-0628 posted 10/17

1958 Ford Skyliner 390 cuin, auto, P/S, Top works, nice interior, runs and drives good. needs paint. $25,000 O.B.O. Tim at 228-216-6819 Posted 10/17

1928 Ford Tudor 350 Vortec, with Fast Burn 62cc aluminum heads, front disc brakes, rear drum brakes, overhead console, New Creger Street Pro Wheels, New Cooper Cobra tires. $24,500 228-297-2493 posted 10/17

1932 Ford Hi-boy Convertible “The Dooce” 1100 hp 421 stroked (600hp) plus (500hp) profogger Nitrous motor (all studs) – internals, running gear, heads, top shelf – new interior – multiple car show winner. Asking $45,000 Serious offers considered. info Call 225-635-2006 posted 10/17

2015 HellCat Challenger for sale by owner.

Loaded & Like Brand New. 707 H.P., 6 speed, black interior, tinted windows and more. 3300 miles. $49,550 call 228-806-3500 posted 10/17

1929 Model A Sedan complete minus drive train & missing gas tank. 1933/34 p/u cab / doors, both front fenders & hood…$5000 O.B.O. for both or trade. Mark 601-766-1066 posted 11/17

PUT IT IN PRINT Gulf Coast MotorSports Magazine 1969 Mach 1 Mustang. 302, auto, factory air, Cragar wheels $35,000 OBO. Call Tim 228-216-6819 posted 10/17

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1931 Chevrolet. 56,000 miles. New paint and upholstery. No dents or rust. Drives like a 31...GM built $11,000 O.B.O. Call Killer 662 356-6035 posted 10/17

1930 Model “A” Ford. Looks good, runs great, easy start, 12 volt, 4 door. New upholstery. “Ready for Cruisin’ the Coast” $12,500 phone 228-832-7777 or 228-861-5457 posted 9/17

2002 Harley Heritage Softtail 12,000 original miles, new tires, garage kept old mans toy.

Make a reasonable offer and you own it. Bike can be seen at Motorcycle Gear in Hattiesburg.

Call 601-250-4808 posted 10/17 1968 VW Dune Buggy runs great $3,500 obo 601-508-3377 posted 9/17

1988 Corvette Convertible. 85000 mi., 350 TPI 245 hp, automatic 350. Cold A/C. $8400 Call Jimmy 205-370-0774 or 205-673-2692 posted 9/17

1956 Buick. 4 door sedan, 454 Chevy, 400R trans, 4 wheel disc breaks, new breaks & exhaust system. Chopped top. MS title. Needs finishing $4,500 O.B.O. 1940 Ford. 2 dr Sedan Deluxe. Mustang front end. possi, rear leaf springs, Dennis Carpenter floor pan. This is a project car. $2,900 O.B.O. 1964 Falcon 2 dr Wagon. 260 3 speed. Rust in body & floors. No title. $3,200 O.B.O. info call David 228 623-7172 posted 9/17

1966 Mustang Convertible, 289, A-Code, automatic, P/S, P/B, Power Top, always garaged, rust free, $ 26,500. Negotiable call 601 940 8206 posted 9/17

Wheel lift from Hodges's carhauler; 500 gallon above ground gas tank with pump and meter; Stainless tank with burner for boiling blocks; Hot Rod magazines from 1960-mid '70's. Also some Stock car and Circle Track; Good 454 truck engine. Offers and trades considered. WANTED: Jeepster body Call Gary 985 516 0397 posted 9/17 1965 Mustang – Restored Original drivetrain and body (less then 500 miles on engine overhaul) 6 cylinder (Sprint 200) – 3 speed manual Pony Interior – new headliner Vintage air conditioner New radiator and exhaust Electric ignition Contact between hours 9am7pm 228-222-0237 posted 9/17

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2014 C7 Corvette wheels for sale, fits C5 and C6. Make offer. Call 251-767-8179 posted 9/17

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1949 Ford coupe, 425 Cadillac engine complete rebuilt with maybe 500 miles on it, rebuilt 400 transmission, power rack-n- pinion steering, tubular A arms, 78 Granada front rotors and spindles and four wheel disc brakes, 9" ford 273 gear 31 spline Detroit locker rearend. All new door and window rubber, new windshields and back glass, new tires from Diamondback tires in North Carolina.

Lowered 4" original paint scuffed and satin clear, ac compressor is mounted on engine but no underdash unit, aluminum radiator, electric fans, new gas tank electric fuel pump. Built it for my better half but she took my pickup instead so I'm selling the coupe. $19,500 228-861-5505 posted 9/17

1928 Ford Truck 1949 Merc eng, 3/4 Isky race cam, 3-97 carbs, high compression heads, Vortex mag, elect fuel pump, duel exhaust, auto tranny (C-4), Winters quick change rear. $27,500 Call Killer 662 356-6035 posted 10/17

1928/25 Ford flatbed, 350/350,4 wheel disc brakes,9" 355 trutrec 31 spline rearend, custom frame x brace. 18,500.oo ..... 228-861-5505

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