Gulf Coast MotorSports Magazine September 2020

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Sometimes the reason we’re frustrated is because we’re trying to change things that only God can change. You can’t make people do what’s right. You can pray for them, you can encourage them, but they have their own free will. Don’t let them steal your joy. You are not responsible for other people’s happiness. You cannot keep everyone in your life happy. You’re responsible for your own happiness. There should be something you’re believing for where you are relentless. You aren’t moved by how impossible it looks, you’re not discouraged by how long it’s taking, you don’t give up because people told you no. Your attitude is, “If I have to believe my whole life, I’m going keep believing. I’m not going to take no for an answer. I’m not going to settle for less than. I’m going to keep pursuing what God put in my heart.” You can’t go by what you see or you’ll get discouraged. You may not see anything except dark clouds; everywhere you look there’s no visibility, no sign of how it’s going to work out. Remember what God promised you. There’s not a storm you’re facing that’s a surprise to God. There’s not a problem you’re in that He can’t get you out of. Sometimes, God proves His love to us by what He’s not letting us have. It doesn’t mean it’s not going to happen. We just have to spend a little more time in the waiting room: growing, developing, getting experience, learning to trust Him, learning to forgive, learning to be good to those that have wronged us, being mature enough to wait with a good attitude. The sooner we pass these tests, the sooner God will release the things that belong to us. Joel Osteen

Cruizin’ in the passin’ lane By: Jimbo Here we are in September and this Pandemic Covid-19 has shut down so many events in our lives that it feels as if we are all in the military. Our leaders are telling us where we are allowed to go, and how many of us are allowed to be at the same location. Where and when we can eat & drink. What is off limits to us and, we even have a uniform “the mask”… God Bless the Hot Rodders, Bikers and Boating community who find a way to comply as well as gather to enjoy what freedom we still have.

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Jimbo, New and easy test for Covid - 19 is doing the rounds and its simple, quick and positive (or negative if you see what I mean). Take a glass and pour a decent dram of your favorite whisky (gin or rum) into it; then see if you can smell it, if you can then you are halfway there: then drink it and if you can taste it then it is reasonable to assume you are currently free of the virus. I tested myself 9 times last night and was virus free every time thank goodness. I will have to test myself again today though as I have developed a headache which can also be one of the symptoms. giff1500@ Hey Jimbo, Lisa and I just finished the Georgia Mountain Moonshine CruizIn. We had such a great show in the mountains this year. It was our biggest show ever in Georgia. We had such a good time seeing and visiting with all our cruiser buddies. We did two full days of cruising this year. We learned a lot about social distancing and hand washing stations which we'll use in Panama City Beach at Emerald Coast Cruizin. We'll be heading down to PCB after Labor Day to get everything cranked up and we can't wait to see everyone November 8-14 at Emerald Coast Cruizin! Look for our posts on Facebook and website. www.emeraldcoastcruizin.com starting in September, and for the most current updated information. See you all in November at the Beach! Rakes and Lisa Parrish Flip Flop Promotions

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Jimbo, Everyone tells a white lie on occasion, it’s just a question of why. Some white lies save relationships, some ease a hectic situation, and others buy us time. The list could go on forever. Stretching the truth is a natural component of human instinct because it’s the easy way out. We all do it, so there is no reason to deny it. Honestly, I think the world is probably a better place because of our white lies. As long as we aren’t hurting others or breaking the law, these innocent lies can make life more pleasant. They can absorb potential friction between our varying personalities and vacillating moods as we nudge into one another on the quest through our daily routine. Most of these white lies only stretch an interpretation of what the truth actually is anyways. Given our rigid optimism to each lead a tailored ideal life, white lies simply cushion us from ourselves. Here’s my list of the 15 most common white lies and why we tell them: 1. It wasn’t me! – Because some things just aren’t worth taking credit for. 2. The table will be ready in 5 minutes. – Because it sounds a lot better than 15 minutes. 3. Oh, yeah. That makes sense. – Because option B involves admitting that I am clueless. 4. Thank you so much! I just love it! – Because telling someone that their gift sucked would make me look like an insensitive jerk. 5. Yeah, you look great in that dress. – Because it’s better than being slapped. 6. Oh, things would have been different if I was there! – Because I’m Superman and I can always make a difference… or at least that’s how I want others to perceive of me. 7. No, officer… I have no idea how fast I was going. – Because claiming ignorance is sometimes better than admitting to insubordination. 8. I’m 29. – Because 29 is like 20 years younger than 30. 9. Yeah, I’ll start working on that ASAP! – Because telling you I have 10 things to do first would just irritate you.

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10. Yes, John was with me last night. – Because that’s what friends do… we agree and ask questions later. 11. My resume is 5 pages long for a good reason. – Because I’m darn good at bullshittin’! 12. Man, that sucker was 10 feet long! – Because anything less would be boring. 13. Yeah, I was a badass on my high school football team! – Because I want to be seen by others in an even stronger light than I see myself. 14. I’m 21, 6’5, with a muscular build. – Because you can’t see me in this online chat room… ha ha! 15. I thought I already sent that email out. I’m sure I did. – Because telling you that it was a low priority and I forgot would probably hurt our relationship. Marc Chernoff Jimbo, “Late again!" the third-grade teacher sternly said to T-Boud. "It ain't my fault dis time, Miss Russell. You can blame dis 'un on my Daddy. Da reason I'm tree hours late is cause my Daddy sleeps naked!" Miss Russell had taught grammar school for 30-some-odd years. Despite her mounting fears, she asked T-Boud what he meant by that. Full of grins and mischief, and in the flower of his youth, T-Boud and trouble were always old friends, but he did always tell the truth. "You see, Miss Russell, out at da farm, we got dis low down fox. Da last few nights, he done ate six of our hens. Last night, when Daddy heard a noise out in da chicken pen, he grabbed his double barreled shot gun and said to my Ma, ‘Dat fox is back again... I'm a gonna go git him!' ‘Stay back,’ Daddy den whispered to all us kids!” "My Daddy was naked as a jaybird -- no boots, no pants, no shirt! To da hen house he crawled, just like an Injun on the snoop. Den, he stuck dat double-barrelled 12-gauge shotgun through da window of da chicken coop. As he stared into da darkness, with a

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fox on his mind, our old hound dog, Phydeaux, had done gone and woke up and comes sneaking up behind Daddy. Den, as we all looked on, plumb helpless, old Phydeaux done went and stuck his cold nose up in my Daddy's crack!" "Miss Russell, we all been pluckin' chickens since tree o'clock this mornin!" TheEasyCajun Jimbo, Just wanted to let you know the rioting in major cities across the U.S. has spread to The Villages, Florida, a retirement community of 100,000. Looters in Florida's friendliest hometown have especially broken into stores that sell items like laxatives, vitamins, hearing aids, reading glasses, energy drinks and surgical stockings. The thugs were easily caught and arrested since they were using their walkers and golf carts to flee. The protests have been limited to the evening hours because most of the lawbreakers either had doctor's appointments during the day or rioting would have interfered with their naps. The marches didn't last that long because many of the demonstrators had to get home to pee. In many cases, the demonstrators simply forgot why they were even there. Officials considered a curfew starting at 9 p.m. But since that's the time when most of the residents go to bed anyway, it was decided that it wasn't needed. Community leaders concluded that part of the problem was that residents were restless because they had too much time on their hands since the recreation centers, pools, theaters, boutique stores and especially the bars were closed due to the corona virus. Community officials wanted to form a committee to look further into the problem, but the next day no one could remember why they needed a committee. giff1500@ I’ll leave you with this………. A new and easy test for Covid -19 is maiking the rounds and its simple, quick and positive (or negative if you see what I mean). Take a glass and pour a decent amount of your favorite whisky (gin or rum) into it; then see if you can smell it, if you can then you are halfway there: then drink it and if you can taste it then it is reasonable to assume you are currently free of the virus. I tested myself 9 times last night and was virus free every time thank goodness. I will have to test myself again today though as I have developed a headache which can also be one of the symptoms. Till next month …… Jimbo

Bama Coast Cruisin' returns to Orange Beach September 25 & 26! After being shut down due to government mandates in April of this year, Event Producer, Sonny McLean immediately began working to reschedule the popular show. The event showcases the absolute finest in customized, modified and restored vehicles. Show participants will fill The Wharf in Orange Beach with every style, make and model of vehicles for the most unique automotive event the Alabama Gulf Coast has ever seen. Bama Coast Cruisin' is presented by O'Reilly Auto Parts, it is Family Friendly and is sponsored by The City of Orange Beach, and The Wharf as well as a host of local restaurants and businesses. Bama Coast Cruisin' is an “open show” and welcomes all makes and models of specialty vehicles, customs, classics, street rods and hot rods, plus antique and original vehicles. Sonny McLean likes to say, “If it is special to you, it is special to us, come on out and enjoy the Alabama Gulf Coast"! In addition to the vehicles, there will be vendors, music and plenty of Family Fun for everyone! For more information on this exciting automotive event go to: BamaCoastCruisin.com. There you will find information on registering your vehicle, being a vendor, being a sponsor or just enjoying the event as a spectator. Bama Coast Cruisin' will set up on Thursday, September 24, and the show will be open to the public Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The event will wrap up the festivities with a police escorted parade of show cars leaving The Wharf and traveling east on Canal, south on 161 and then east on Perdido Beach Blvd. to the Perdido Pass Bridge and back to The Wharf. Don't miss your chance to view the most amazing vehicles ever seen on the Alabama gulf coast! Sponsors for Bama Coast Cruise include O'Reilly Auto Parts, the City of Orange Beach, The Wharf, Wharf Rental Management, Young's Suncoast Rentals and the Alabama Gulf Coast Convention and Visitors Bureau. EVENT PRODUCER: Sonny McLean Phone: Office - (205) 655-4950, Cell - (205)915-7469, Email: Sonny@WorldofWheels.net Website: BamaCoastCruisin.com

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I Have a Case of Corona Have a Case of Papst, Too!

The last few months have brought us challenges that we have never faced before. I hope this collection of bits and pieces that have crossed my desk can bring smile to your face and uplift your spirits. People struggle in different ways based upon their individual experiences. I pray that God blesses you all. We are now into our 6th month of defeating COVID-19. These words make me laugh. These words make me sad. These words make me angry. These words signify a total change in how I now view the world. This disease has changed society forever. I think we need to laugh and smile a little. I hope these words help. x So let me get this straight, there's no cure for a virus that can be killed by sanitizer and hand soap? x Is it too early to put up the Christmas tree yet? I have run out of things to do. x When this virus thing is over with, I still want some of you to stay away from me. x If these last months have taught us anything, it's that stupidity travels faster than any virus on the planet, particularly among politicians and bureaucrats. x Just wait a second - so what you're telling me is that my chance of surviving all this is directly linked to the common sense of others? You are kidding, right? x People are scared of getting fined or arrested for congregating in crowds, as if catching a deadly disease and dying a horrible death wasn't enough of a deterrent. x If you believe all this will end and we will get back to normal just because we reopen everything, raise your hand. Now slap yourself with it. x Another Saturday night in the house and I just realized the trash goes out more than I do. x Whoever decided a liquor store is more essential than a hair salon is obviously a bald-headed alcoholic. x Remember when you were little and all your underwear had the days of the week on them? That would be helpful right now. x The spread of COVID-19 is based on two factors: 1. How dense the population is…and 2. How dense the population is. x Remember all those times when you wished the weekend would last forever? Well, wish granted. HAPPY? x It may take a village to raise a child, but I swear it's going to take an entire vineyard to home school one. x I did a big load of pajamas so I would have enough clean work clothes for the week. x Quarantine has me realizing why my dog gets so excited to see something moving outside, or going for a car ride, or a walk. x Due to the quarantine, I will be telling only inside jokes. x Being quarantined with a talkative child is like having an insane parrot superglued to your shoulder. x When I told my 3 year old we could not go out, she asked if it was because of the Corona Pirates. x I used to spin the toilet paper like I was on Wheel of Fortune. Now I turn it like I am cracking a safe. x I need to practice social distancing from the refrigerator.

x Homeschooling is going well.

Two students suspended for fighting and one teacher fired for drinking on the job. x I don't think anyone expected that when we changed the clocks we would go from Standard Time to the Twilight Zone. x This morning I saw my neighbor talking to her cat. It was obvious she thought her cat understood her. I came into the house and told my dog…we laughed a lot. x I struck up a conversation with a spider today. He was nice. He is a web designer. x I put liquor bottles in every room. Tonight, I am going to dress up and go bar hopping. x I get to take the garbage out. I am so excited. I don't know what to wear. x Strawberries: Some have 210 seeds and some have 235. Who knew? x I watched the birds fighting over a worm. The Cardinals lead the Blue Jays 3 to 1. x If you keep a glass of wine in each hand, you cannot accidentally touch your face. x Does anyone else feel like they have cooked dinner 395 times this month? x What is similar about COVID-19 and sex? I know people who have such poor social skills they cannot get either. x Welcome to the new, “Dark Ages”. x China was the first to get the virus. They got it right off the bat. x I just wrote a song about COVID-19, but I can never let anyone hear it. It is too catchy. It will be with you for weeks. x This is the first year I am not going to Europe because of the Coronavirus. Normally I don't go because I am too poor. x Please help me come to terms with the new me because I am just not sure who I am anymore. Keep smiling. We have been through bad things before in our lives. SUCCESS IS GETTING UP ONE MORE TIME THAN YOU FALL DOWN.

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Gotta Cruise! Greg “Cubby” Hole

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With so many events cancelling, I'm beginning to wonder if we should just take a vote and cancel the remainder of the year and start fresh with 2021. I know that's not possible but at this point it sure would be nice to have a new start. September 30 could be New years eve, and October 1 would now be Jan 1. Think about this for just a second. The somewhat cold months would be in what was the summer, no more complaining about the heat. Ok it's not feasible, but I am sure ready for this dampanic to be out of here. On the plus side I have been somewhat busy in the Old Carriage House. Making

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steady pro gress on the Big Truck project. I’ve been having a few issues with parts deliveries from out of town suppliers though. Seems they too are impacted either by lack of employees due to layoffs or sickness. I also think in at least one instance some of the remaining employees are either over worked or just can't read the packing label. Case in point, I ordered some hubcaps for the new wheels, took two tries to get them, first attempt was a rim. Yes, a wheel for a Chrysler product to be exact. Definitely weighed more than 4 hubcaps. They finally arrived after being shipped to the wrong address twice. I can only imagine the frustrations these suppliers have on their end too. I might also add that the adage (for me anyway), cheap parts aint good, and good parts aint cheap, still rings true today. You definitely get what you pay for. Also, many of our parts production operations are now gone to China. It is at times rather difficult to buy American made or American remanufactured parts. Maybe we should all go back to the days of our youth and support the local Junkyards. I should say, Recycle/Salvage emporiums, (sounds a lot less greasy). But then again many of those parts were of China origin too. I guess we just can't escape those few

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facts. I just can't for the life of me accept all of these issues as the New Normal. This is definitely new (to me anyway) and just not at all an acceptable normal. Who knows, maybe in 5 or 10 years we will look back at this and remind ourselves how we were all saddled with the task of trying to stop an invisible enemy that locked down personal freedoms, reduced air travel to almost nonexistence, and completely destroyed many small businesses. And remind ourselves to never go through another dampanic again. We should try to send this China Virus on a one-way flight or ship, right back to where it all originated, I do believe most of us have had enough of this already. Enough of this rambling from me. It’s well past time we get back to doing car stuff again. So far, one of my favorite events is on schedule The Street Rod Nationals in Louisville Kentucky is still on. Also, my next favorite, Cruisin the Coast, should also be in full swing again in October. Lets just hope we can pull these few things off with minimal hiccups. I am in need of some car/truck and bike show therapy. From the overstaffed (army of one) underpaid and oft times overworked Carriage House, Later Gizmo


The last few Month's pretty much most all shows/cruise-in's have been cancelled. But always remember you can catch up on your cars maintenance and catch up on the lil improvements or modifications you've been wanting to do. Another option is just take off on a Saturday/Sunday pack a Lil ice chest with drinks, snacks and lunch and cruise the backroads of your area. For me/Glenda this is pretty much anything within a couple hours ride. Depending on the direction we can be East to Mobile, Grand Bay, Fairhope. South to Chalmette, St.Bernard area. West to Covington, Mandeville, Madisonville, Manchac. North to Picayune, Poplarville, Hattiesburg.. Just a way to keep enjoying the cars and sightseeing. The pictures this month are all windshield views from some of our Interstate and Hwy 90 runs in the last few weeks. Remember to watch for our friends out riding their bikes also. Allen.

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We had a great turnout at the Lucedale Edwards Drugs Cruise In. We miss those who did not come but were glad to see those who did. Everyone practiced social distancing and wearing mask, even though it felt like we were in an oven!

Well it was not only old cars/trucks at the Breakfast. We had some Hula Hooper’s showing off their skills. Ava was the pro and Emily Carmichael from Slidell is a fast learner. She and her brother, Alex, are visiting Pawpaw Mike Lachaussee for the Cruise In. Once again, we enjoyed the welcoming hospitality of Edwards Drugs. It was nice to cool off inside and eat at Rocky’s 50’s Diner. Thanks Edwards Drugs!

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Andy and Lisa Simmons of Mobile made a first time visit to the Cruise In with this RED Chevy S10. It has a 454 under the hood and is stock with cold air. In addition to this good-looking truck, they have a ’69 and 2 ’70 S10s, a ’67 and a ’69 Camaro. They are in the process of restoring a ’69 and ’71 Nova. Obviously, both are Chevy fans and stay busy. We are always happy to see NEW old car/truck lovers. Come again.

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This ’51 GMC truck owned by Roy and JoAnn Jenkins made its maiden voyage to the breakfast. Roy says it is a project that has more work but was glad to get out so we all could admire it. Larue Flurry painted the truck a pretty orange, a color JoAnn did not pick but one Roy liked. Chad Shearer helped on this project and Roy gives him and Larue credit for being able to bring it to the breakfast. Roy did some of the mechanical work on this 454 Chevy engine and has plans to install cold air and redo the upholstery. Even though there is more work to be done, we all thought it looked great and was glad they shared their ride with us first.

Chad Shearer brought his wife, Amanda’s, ’72 Chevy SS. Chad said it was a partial restore when they got it. I am sure most restorers and builders would rather not start in the middle of someone else’s project, but Chad pulled it off and wound up with this eye-catching beauty. It has a small block 350 with a B&M blower. It also has a sharp looking paint job. Thanks for coming Chad and hope to see you again. Let our readers know who you are, add your event wrap-up to our pages. Send a photos & a few words to editor@dixiepress.com

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By: Terry

Mason Barfield

It looks like car shows are starting to make a comeback, but with our weird normal now, (I like the term weird normal better than the new normal, because I want all this COVID stuff to go away), we can only hope the trend of car shows coming back continues and that prospect is so exciting!

(photos of me, Joe and Amanda Martin and me with Courtney Hansen)

Our first show back will be the rescheduled Spring Street Festival Car Show in New Roads, LA, down on the False River. I was in town the day before the show in the spring, with the Hot Rod Show trailer ready to go, when the Louisiana Governor pulled the plug on the show. We will make it up Saturday September 19, see you all in New Roads for an incredible car show.

I also just added another show to the line-up, The Garden Party at Beau Rivage Resort & Casino. It will be on Wednesday, Oct. 7 during Cruisin The Coast from 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. That is right after the Biloxi Block Party, head on over to the beautiful gardens at the front of Beau Rivage Resort & Casino. Joe and Amanda Martin from the hit TV show Iron Resurrection will be there with a meet and greet along with the beautiful Courtn e y Hans en fr om t he TV Shows Overhaulin’ and Power Nation, all three my most favorite celebrities to work with, food and drink specials will be available, dancing, classic cars, giveaways and of course a great music show with my Terry Mason’s Hot Rod Show. This event will be a great way to chill out and wind down after the Biloxi Block Party. Terry Mason’s Hot Rod Show will also be performing at the MS Coast Coliseum again this year Thursday, Friday and Saturday for the Cruisin The Coast Swap Meet. Rakes and Lisa Parrish just finished the Georgia Mountain Moonshine Cruiz-In. It was the biggest ever, with two days of cruizin through those beautiful Georgia mountains. Great entertainment Friday and Saturday, of course Saturday was the car show day. Rakes said they learned a lot about the social distancing and hand washing stations that will also be in place for Emerald Coast

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Cruizin in Panama City Beach November 11 through November 14. A lot of people have asked… and Emerald Coast Cruizin is still on, yes it is…Rakes and Lisa are wide open working on the show and will be heading down to PCB after Labor Day and said they can’t wait to see everyone! Look for their posts on Facebook starting in September.

That catches everyone up on the car shows, on a personal note Elizabeth got her first job offer this week, so we have the bird in the hand so to speak. Elizabeth has two more offers to come before she has to make a decision on which job to take. Once we know the job location, we’ll start looking for a house together. Once the house is secured and moved into we’ll begin the search for a 1934 Ford coupe. We still spend the weekends together, but in a couple of weeks we’ll be together forever! We have been having a blast every weekend doing fun stuff together. We have kayaked, rode bicycles, gone to three different beaches and gone to eat at new places.

The next couple of weeks will be hectic, Elizabeth will start her new job, we’ll move her in with me, start the search for our new house, move massive amounts of furniture around and get everything set up for our life together. We both believe it was the Lord’s destiny for us to have found each other and for everything to fall into place so perfectly. Pleas e als o pray f or Elizabeth’s 95 year old Mother as she is now in Hospice care. Pray for her comfort and the comfort of her family. Elizabeth’s family has been so nice, warm and sweet in inviting me into the family. I now have three sisters, where I never had even one before. When I wondered… for four years… if I could ever truly be happy again, I have found happiness beyond my wildest dreams. For four years it seemed my life was on pause, I prayed to God to send me the right person, he would respond to be patient. My patience was running short, but I knew I could trust in the Lord and he would provide. I just never dreamed it would be so perfect and so right!

(Our dream car the 1934 Ford) The fall car show season is coming, and like you I can’t wait to get back to seeing everyone and performing Terry Mason’s Hot Rod Show, I have really, really missed it, I know you have also. We pray that COVID 19 becomes only a bad memory and we pray for our country. Make sure you vote in November! Is your Hot Rod ready for the fall shows? We’ll see you at a car show down the road! til next month… (photo of Elizabeth and me with NASCAR driver #9 Chase Elliott and a photo of Chase’s race car) Elizabeth had never been to a stock car race, Five Flags Speedway was holding a Blizzard Series race, it’s a big deal because it is a qualifier for the SNOWBALL Derby. So we went to the races, talking with Tim and Pat Bryant at the track, Pat said you know Chase Elliott is here tonight, she told me which Super Late Model pit I could find him at. Chase came down to watch on his private jet, he was dressed as you see, very few people would know it’s him. This photo was taken on a Friday night before the NASCAR Cup Series raced on Sunday in New Hampshire, so Chase headed to New Hampshire I’m sure Friday night or early Saturday morning. It was good to see him again, Chase won the SNOWBALL Derby in 2011, he also won a million dollar payday a few weeks before this photo, winning the NASCAR All-Star Race at Bristol. The SNOWBALL Derby is always the first weekend in December, it is a bucket-list event. Call Five Flags Speedway office for more information.

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

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RESORT RIDES This 1966 Ford Mustang is Dawn Hardy’s baby. In fact, that’s what she calls her, “Baby”. Dawn works as a secretary in the Pearl River Resort security department and has been with the Resort for 25 years. Dawn and her husband Travis were at a car show in Tupelo back in 2015 when they saw this sauterne gold classic for sale. “I’ve always wanted a Mustang, ever since I was a kid and I just had to have her”, she said. This 289 V-8, matching numbers car, looks like it did 54 years ago. It’s 1966 all over again when she cruises through town, groovin’ to the DJ’s stacks of wax, heading out to a car show.

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40 YEARS! It all started in 1979 when two partners from Texas got the idea that the Mississippi Gulf Coast would appreciate having quality, made-in-house, quick-service Mexican food readily available to them! With that thought, Jimmie Johnson, his wife Jean and Lynn Parkhill made the 800+ mile trip from Texas to Gulfport, Mississippi and opened the first Taco Sombrero in 1980 on Pass Road in Gulfport‌.with a wing, a prayer and a lot of faith and hard work. A couple of years later, they expanded their restaurant with a second location to the once-remote area known as Orange Grove on Highway 49 North. Carl Starks, a resident of the area, was our first customer. The rest, as they say, is history! Taco Sombrero quickly became a staple for thousands of Gulfport residents. While Jimmie, Jean and their daughter didn't make Gulfport their permanent home, they continued to travel back and forth from Texas over the years leaving Lynn and his wife, Vicki, to run the day-to-day operations of the expanding business. Lynn and Vicki have raised their 4 children in Gulfport and are dedicated business owners and partners in the Mississippi Gulf Coast community. The restaurant prides itself on being family-based having had all of their children work for the business and now employing the third family generation to the business. While Lynn has been the force behind Taco Sombrero for the last 40 years, its future rests safely in the hands of his management team that includes his general manger Mike Partridge (a 35-year employee) as well as two of Lynn's sons , David Parkhill and Tyler Morgan. Lynn and Vicki are fixtures in the restaurants on a daily basis. She handles all of the restaurants social media accounts and on almost any given weekday, you'll see Lynn's smiling face at the Highway 49 store in Gulfport! 16

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In 2016, Taco Sombrero made the decision to franchise and opened their first franchised store in Biloxi. The Pass Road location is owned by a former employee, Danny Mercer and his wife, Windy. They were the perfect partner to launch the new chapter of growth for Taco Sombrero. In April of 2019, the second franchise location opened in Ocean Springs giving Mississippi Gulf Coast residents three locations to enjoy the fresh taste of Quality Mexican food! The Taco Sombrero team loves their customers and prides themselves on being a local hangout for the high school students, a special anniversary spot for so many married couples and a destination for numerous visitors who make the restaurant their first stop when coming to the Coast for vacation or to visit family and friends. In 2018, Jimmie passed away but the family remained as committed as ever to the institution and legacy that is Taco Sombrero. In September Taco Sombrero will host a 40th Anniversary Celebration! We hope you will join us for the festivities! Stay tuned for more information...

12275 Hwy 49 - Gulfport, MS 39503 Call 228 832-9644 2595 Pass Rd - Biloxi, MS 39531 Call 228 331-1749 6835 Suite A Washington Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS. Call 228 218-1418

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Welcome back everyone!!! What a month!!! What a bunch of craziness we are living through! I hope you all (and your families) are well! Each day I just pray that we see things going back towards what we once considered “normal” life! I could say a bunch right here..but I won’t, because that’s not why y’all are reading this article…so I’ll just say this… A wise person once said, “The remarkable thing about God is that when you fear God, you fear nothing else, whereas if you do not fear God, you fear everything else.” I find HUGE power in that sentence!!! Take a moment and think about what you just read…I’m going to leave off right there about that subject…now on with the racing report!!! We left off last month with a wreck at Pike County, where we had gotten tangled in someone else’s mess. We start off this month with the same story! I know, it’s crazy!!! We have somewhat of a pattern going here…WIN, WIN, CRASH/DNF, CRASH/ DNF…what’s next??? LOL!!! Spoiler alert..the pattern continues, POOR PERFORMANCE, POOR PERFORMANCE…Let me tell you about it… So, went and raced at Deep South Speedway for the 4th of July makeup race first. The makeup date was set for July 18, where we would be starting 3rd in the 20 lap feature for the $1200 to win event! We were FAST! We ran 2nd most of the race, following closely behind our friend Joey Moxley (#75). Joey and Chase gapped the rest of the field (which included the “Rocketman” Ryan Fowler) by a full straightaway! Chase could gain a little ground on Joey in turns 1 and 2, but Joey was quicker in turns 3 and 4, which kept the two pretty equal! It was looking like a comfortable 2nd place finish for us with just 3 laps to go! But, as Joey went under the flagstand, with the white flag in the air he had trouble ahead!!! Two lapped cars were battling (side by side) for position right in front of him! Joey knew Chase was coming hot behind him and he needed to do something quick. Joey made a bold dive between the two cars going into turn one! It looked like a great move until the inside car panicked as he locked the brakes due to slight contact on Joey’s left rear quarter panel! This caused the lapped car to spin around and block the lane of the track in front of…GUESS WHO??? Chase Holland!!! Chase was already committed and had his car sideways going into the turn which left him with NO options! Chase hit the lapped car in the left front wheel stopping them both dead in the track. Most tracks run a no-fault rule, which means that whoever is involved in a wreck and/or stops on the track has to be sent to the rear! Some tracks make exceptions if the wreck is caused by lapped cars… Other tracks stick to the rule, NO EXCEPTIONS! Well, needless to say, we were sent to the rear of the field. It sucks but its racing!

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Next race, Whynot Motorsports Park in Meridian, MS. We were quick straight out the trailer! Chase started dead last in the 1st heat race. Chase got up on that wheel and drove his hotrod immediately to 2nd place where he then put on a heck of a race for the heat win over Robert Casada (#K9). Chase started on the pole for the feature. He lost the lead when an early caution came out and froze the field with Chase in 2nd…Chase took it to the highside, where he looked really sporty, but after a series of cautions and restarts, something appeared to have given up on the racecar. From that point on it was strictly survival! Chase skated around with no forward drive and managed to hang on for a 4th place finish! I’ll take it considering how bad it could have been for us! After checking over everything we didn’t find anything wrong so we wrote it off as a bad pair of rear tires that wouldn’t refire! The next 2 weeks we took off from racing, but we continued working on the car as well as the new enclosed trailer! We had a bunch to do to prepare our equipment for the upcoming 8th Annual Southern Street Stock Nationals! Next race, 8th Annual Southern Street Stock Nationals at Whynot. This is one of the most prestigious dirt track races in the South! We planned a camping/family 4-day trip! The event was scheduled from August 12th-15th. With Chase celebrating his 17th birthday on August 12th, he requested that we attend this race together as a family for his birthday present! Sounded great to me! A couple weeks before this huge event, I started trying to land Chase a ride in a street stock car! (in addition to racing his modified…) It’s something he’s wanted to drive forever, and this would be a great opportunity to see how he stacks up against drivers from across the country, young and old! We made it known publicly that we were looking for something for Chase to race! I had a couple leads from our fans but came up empty handed in the end. Most drivers that we talked to were surprised that Chase wasn’t offered a ride. They all said the same thing…we had waited too late because everyone already had their drivers selected long before we threw his name out there! That made me feel good to hear so many drivers repeat that same statement and compliment Chase for being a smooth wheelman! We never gave up all the way until the cars were rolling on the track! We had walked around the pits and shook hands while meeting people hoping we could strum something up (most people knew us already from our videos)…again no luck! That didn’t stop us from having an awesome time all weekend! I had prepared

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myself for the worst! I mean, as screwed up as this year has been, (Thanks to Covid-19) and with all of the normal traveling that Adrian and I usually do for our businesses being cancelled, I didn’t know how Adrian was going to handle being stuck at a racetrack for 4 HOT days in the dirt and mud! ACTUALLY… she was surprisingly pleasant all weekend!!! Don’t misunderstand me, she’s always pleasant, but this was the closest thing we might see this year to a vacation, and she knew that! She was so excited to go, and I think what made it super awesome was it felt NORMAL!!! No stupid masks! No mandates! No “Karens” to run tattle because everyone is having fun! It was awesome! It felt good to feel normal for a minute! Adrian grilled and kept us full of groceries all weekend! She stayed up into the early morning hours watching racing with us! It was AWESOME!!! We talked on the way home about what we will bring/do different next year! You know everyone had a good time when you start immediately planning for “next year”! Chase’s pit crew (Paw Paw George, Uncle Albert, Uncle Rocky) joined us Saturday night for the feature races and they brought up a birthday cake for Chase! It was awesome!

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The FANS!!!! Oh my goodness! The fans were the highlight of the weekend at Whynot!!! Adrian didn’t realize how much or how quickly Chase’s fan base has grown!!! We had SOOOOO many fans come to our pit to visit/meet us and buy merchandise!!! We must have sold over a hundred t-shirts, we sold out of hats, we even sold several hoodies! (IN AUGUST!!!!) We have some loyal racing fans! We really appreciate each and every one of you! It was funny to see the shock on Adrian’s face as the fans knew who she was from our videos! What a blessing this has been! Our YOUTUBE channel is gaining momentum and it’s almost monetized, so soon we will be making money off of our racing videos, which we will reinvest into our racing program! Oh yeah… the racing…it was awesome too! We practiced Wednesday and Thursday night. We spectated Friday night, and we raced the modified Saturday night/Sunday morning! We qualified 10th out of 26 modifieds! We started 4th and finished 4th in our heat race which had us starting 10th for the feature. We advanced to around 8th place in the feature and was looking really sporty, until once again, the car lost forward drive! We fell all the way back to 15th and scratched our way back to a 9th place finish with minimal damage! Something is wrong and we’re going to take this car apart piece by piece with our friend Noah Daspit until we figure out what’s going on! We will get it back right soon! One last thing…I want to give a HUGE thank you to all of our sponsors! We certainly couldn’t do what we do without the partnerships with all of you! We truly appreciate you all! Thank y’all for reading!!! Be sure to check out our Facebook page for more details and videos of our racing adventures! Just google search, Chase Holland Racing and it should pop up our Facebook page. Also search YOUTUBE for Chase Holland Racing! Until next time…Chavus

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September 2 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm-10:30pm 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. September 4 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 610pm $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 September 5-6 King of the Coast 1/8 Mile 8am-8p Junior dragsters - Footbrake-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. September 9 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm-10:30pm 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. September 16 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm-10:30pm 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. September 18 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 610pm $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 September 19-20 King of the Coast 1/8 Mile 8am-8p Junior dragsters- Footbrake-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 228-323-7325 or check out the website www.bracketnews.com. September 23 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm-10:30pm 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. September 30 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm-10:30pm 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. October 7 King of the Hill Wednesday 1/4 Mile Test & Tune. 6pm10:30pm 1/4 Mile Footbrake + Electronics + Motorcycles

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NOTICE: ALL CRUISE-IN’S, CAR/TRUCK/MOTORCYCLE SHOWS AND EVENTS LISTED IN THIS PUBLICATION MAY BE CANCELLED AT ANY TIME DEPENDING ON GOVERNMENT CONTROL AND PROMOTERS DECISION !! 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, 8:00am11:30pm, 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.) 69pm. 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 Swap Meet & Cruise-in (only vehicles items allowed) Edward's Discount Drugs,103 W Frontage Rd., Lucedale, MS 8:30am till. For more info call Mike Lachaussee 228-369-1431 September 11-13 Columbia MS. Cruisin the Pearl 2020. This is a family friendly car show and family fun day that benefits the Wounded Warriors of MS and our local Fire & First Responder Heroes. Held at Columbia Water Park 49

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Dean Griner Drive Columbia, MS 39429. Hosted by Lynnsey Ratliff Clements and Cruisin' the Pearl 2020 September 12 Lucedale, MS Thunder on Main Street St. Jude Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show 5 PM to 8 PM Downtown Lucedale MS on Main Street. $25 Registration day of event or $20 pre-registration. (Pre-Register for event: https://form.jotform.com/202047203957048 ) Choice of St. Jude shirt or St. Jude ball cap. Vehicles will enter from the west side of town. If in groups please meet and arrive together because we will not be able to save spots. We will be practicing Social Distancing per the Guidelines of the CDC. 100% of the proceeds will go to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. "It's All About the Babies" September 12 Biloxi, MS Second Saturday Super Cruisein 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.

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September 19 Pass Christian, MS 3rd Saturday Cruisein 4pm-8pm Pass Christian Harbor, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station. Call Rich for info. 228.216.9154 goes on all year. September 25-26 Orange Beach, AL Bama Coast Cruisin' presented by O'Reilly Auto Parts, sponsored by The City of Orange Beach, and The Wharf as well as a host of local restaurants and businesses. Bama Coast Cruisin' is an “open show� and welcomes all makes and models of specialty vehicles, customs, classics, street rods and hot rods, plus antique and original vehicles. Bama Coast Cruisin' will set up on Thursday, September 24, and the show will be open to the public Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The event will wrap up the festivities with a police escorted parade of show cars leaving The Wharf and traveling east on Canal, south on 161 and then east on Perdido Beach Blvd. to the Perdido Pass Bridge and back to The Wharf. Don't miss your chance to view the most amazing vehicles ever seen on the Alabama gulf coast! For more information on this exciting automotive event Call Sonny McLean - (205) 655-4950, Cell - (205) 915-7469 or go to: BamaCoastCruisin.com 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 (March through September)

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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 ! March thru October. 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 Poplarville, MS 13th Annual Blueberry Jubilee Car/Truck/bike Show Registration opens at 7 am, Awards at 2:30 pm. The usual best of awards and some unusual ones. Bring the family and enjoy the day arts and crafts fair held in Downtown Poplarville, features Handmade Arts and Crafts, Storytelling, Live Entertainment, Lots of Food, and Down Home Southern Hospitality. Jeff 228-216-6863 or jeff@cableone.net 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.) 69pm. 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 Annual 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 cruise-ins, 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! October 9 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Swap Meet & Cruisein (only vehicles items allowed) Edward's Discount Drugs, 103 W Frontage Rd., Lucedale, MS 8:30am till. For more info call Mike Lachaussee 228-369-1431 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 Farmer 601-528-1172 October 17 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. October 24 Biloxi, MS Honoring our Veterans Car show is 24 October 2020. (9 am to 3 pm. at the Biloxi VA 400 Veterans Ave. Biloxi MS. Registration is 9 am to noon. Registration fee $20.00. Will be in the back on the water side again this year. No rain out date. For more information call (228) 392-6134 or (228) 324-1301. 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! March thru October. 32

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Cruisin’ Registration Deadline Nears Time is running out to get your ride registered for CRUISIN’ THE COAST 2020. EARLY REGISTRATION ENDS AUGUST 15 It’s creeping up soon and you don’t want to miss it. You’ve got time, but you have to hurry. August 15 will be here and gone soon. If you’re not registered, you can do so online at www.cruisinthecoast.com . If that isn’t your thing, you can also find a registration form on our website that is fillable and printable. Simply complete it and mail it in to us with your payment. Online registrations must be completed prior to midnight, August 15, when the system will close. Faxed registrations (228-385-3842) must be time-stamped prior to midnight, August 15. Mailed registrations must be postmarked no later than August 15. Early registration includes a mailed registration confirmation card, which when turned in at Cruise Central, gets you in the running for one of 10 $500 cash prizes. It also gets you a free participant t-shirt, which is not available to those registering on site. Best of all, it only costs $60 to register early. If you wait until you get to Cruise Central, it will cost you $90 and you don’t get the free stuff. If you’re not sure if you’ve registered, give us a call at 228-385-3847, M-F, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., CST. We’ll happily check that for you. Now go get registered! Hello Everyone: We hope this finds you all well, healthy and happy. Let’s answer the big question most of you have: Cruisin’ The Coast 2020 is still a “GO” as of this writing. We are moving ahead with our plans and hope for the best in October, which is still a little ways away. As you will see inside, we have been busy pulling everything together, planning to see you in October. We’ve been placing a lot of focus on health and safety. We will follow federal, state and local guidelines as best we can, with your help. To that end, we will take enhanced measures for you, our volunteers and guests. We are bringing on additional (twice as many) hand-wash stations. Portable facilities will be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized each morning and again during the day. Our volunteers will be issued masks, hand sanitizer and gloves. Of course, we are depending on you to take appropriate personal protections and recognize and practice safety recommendations as well. To help follow social distancing protocols, we are making changes to the package pick up and on-site registration procedures. Please read the instructions within closely. We ask for your understanding and cooperation. In the event we are required to cancel this year’s Cruisin’, our plan is to either refund your 2020 fee or roll it over to next year. But we won’t think about that now! Those details will be published when and if needed. Cruise Central will be back at Centennial Plaza this year. Last year was a learning experience for us and for you. Inside you’ll find suggestions for making the registration experience better all around. From the “cool as it gets” department, CTC will again host a leg of the Street Rodder Road Tour. They will be making appearances at select CTC venues and will have evening showcases at the IP Casino Resort Spa. They are a great bunch of hot rodders and very entertaining to talk to. It has been a much different spring and summer for all of us. We are hoping CTC will bring some much-needed relief and happiness. Remember, early registration ends at midnight AUGUST 15, so get that done! We’ll see you soon, Woody Bailey Vice Chairman & Executive Director

Social Distancing requires Cruise Central Registration changes To comply with federal, state and local COVID-19 distancing guidelines, CTC is implementing changes to pre-registration package pick up and onsite registrations. 2020 Pre-registered package pickup and onsite registration will be as follows: DATE PRE-REGISTRATION PICK-UP ONLY Mon Oct. 5 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Last names A-K only Onsite Tues Oct. 6 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Last names L-Z only Onsite ALL 2020 Registrations Onsite registration continues Wed Oct. 7 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Onsite Thurs Oct. 8 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Onsite Fri Oct. 9 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Onsite Sat Oct. 10 9 a.m.-Noon Onsite 2021 REGISTRATION Thurs Oct. 8 Noon-5 p.m. Fri Oct. 9 Noon-5 p.m. Sat Oct. 10, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun Oct. 11 8 a.m.-Noon

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Cruisin’ Schedule 2020 Sunday, October 4: • View the Cruise, Downtown Gulfport, 6 a.m.-5 p.m. • Cruise-In, Hardy Court Shopping Center, Gulfport, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. • Cruisin’ Through the Decades, Gautier, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. • Cristy Lee appearances: Hardy Court Shopping Center, Gulfport, 10 a.m.-Noon; “View The Cruise” event, Gulfport, 2-5 p.m. Monday, October 5: • 2020 Registration package pick-up, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. for last names A-K only; Cruise Central, Centennial Plaza, Gulfport • Autocross – presented by Scarlet Pearl Casino and Autocross Guys, Coast Coliseum (west parking lot), 1-5 p.m. Open to registered vehicles only. • Long Beach Parade – Open to registered vehicles only. First 600 to arrive will be in the parade. Line up at 1 p.m. at Long Beach High School, parade starts at 5:30 p.m. • Cristy Lee appearances: Cruise Central, Centennial Plaza, Gulfport, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Grand Marshal, CTC Kick-off Parade, Long Beach, 4-6 p.m. • The Tip Tops playing at Long Beach Harbor, 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, October 6: • 2020 Registration package pick-up, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. for last names L-Z only; Cruise Central, Centennial Plaza, Gulfport • The Vicari Auto Auction vehicle check-in at Coast Coliseum 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Autocross – presented by Scarlet Pearl Casino and Autocross Guys, Coast Coliseum (west parking lot), 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Open to registered vehicles only. • “Salute To Our Veterans,” 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Cruise Central • Cruisin’ The River City, Moss Point, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. • Cristy Lee appearances: Cruise Central 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-3 p.m. during Salute To Our Veterans • Flame-throwing competition at Island View Casino in Gulfport, Entertainment, 4 p.m., Registration, 5 p.m., begins at dusk; $600 Cash Prizes & Trophies! Cristy Lee appearance! Wednesday, October 7: • 2020 Registration package pick-up, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. for all registrations; 2020 Onsite Registration begins; Cruise Central, Centennial Plaza, Gulfport • Biloxi Block Party, Downtown Biloxi, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. • Autocross – presented by Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort and Autocross Guys, Coast Coliseum, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Open to registered vehicles only. • The Vicari Auto Auction vehicle check-in at Coast Coliseum, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Car Corral open and vehicle check-in, east of Treasure Bay, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Diamondhead, Blessing of the Classics, 3-6 p.m. • Joe & Amanda Martin, Martin Brothers Customs/Iron Resurrection appearances: Biloxi Block Party, Town Green, 10 a.m.-noon; Beau Rivage Meet & Greet, 6-8 p.m. • Courtney Hansen appearances: Biloxi Block Party, Town Green, 10 a.m.-noon; Beau Rivage Meet & Greet, 6-8 p.m. • Official Beau Rivage Cruisin’ Event – Beau Rivage Front Gardens

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Thursday, October 8: • Registration and all Cruisin’ Venues are open 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Sites with bands: Bay St. Louis, Pass Christian, Gulfport Cruise Central, Edgewater Mall, D’Iberville, Ocean Springs, Pascagoula • 2021 Registration open noon-5 p.m. • Country Cruisin’ Breakfast, Long Beach Yacht Club, 7-10 a.m. • The Vicari Auto Auction, doors open at 8:30 a.m. • Vicari Auction’s CTC Swap Meet open at Coast Coliseum, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Car Corral open and vehicle check-in, east of Treasure Bay, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Joe & Amanda Martin, Martin Brothers Customs/Iron Resurrection appearances: Ocean Springs, 10 a.m.-noon; Edgewater Mall, 2-4 p.m.; DoubleTree Biloxi Cruise-In, 7-9 p.m. • Courtney Hansen appearances: Pass Christian, 10 a.m.noon; Bay St. Louis, 2-4 p.m.; DoubleTree Biloxi Cruise-In, 7-9 p.m. • Burn ‘em Up in the Pass! 2nd Street, Pass Christian, 5 p.m. until dusk. Live entertainment TBD. Check our website and Facebook for more information. • Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort Sock Hop, 5-8 p.m., featuring Harvey Jesus & Fire, Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort • DoubleTree Hotel Biloxi Cruise-In with Joe & Amanda Martin, Martin Brothers Customs/Iron Resurrection and Courtney Hansen, 6-9 p.m. Cruisin’ Venue Entertainment Bay St. Louis • 11 a.m.-Noon – Brandie • 1-2 p.m. – Garry Wesley • 3-4:30 p.m. – Vince Vance & The Valiants Pass Christian • 11 a.m.-Noon – Roland Cobbs • 1-2 p.m. – Modern Eldorados • 3-4:30 p.m. – The Chee Weez Gulfport Cruise Central • 11 a.m.-Noon – Tessa • 1-2 p.m. – Barlow Brothers • 3-4:30 p.m. – D Play Edgewater Mall West Parking Lot (Hwy 90) • 11 a.m.-Noon – Figure Eight • 1-2 p.m. – Razzoo • 3-4:30 p.m. – 2 Hypnotic D’Iberville • 11 a.m.-Noon – Charles Grant • 1-2 p.m. – Martini Shakerz • 3-4:30 p.m. – Almost Skynard • 5-8 p.m. – Harvey Jesus & Fire Ocean Springs Downtown • 11 a.m.-Noon – N Rhythm • 1-2 p.m. – Cool Rayz • 3-4:30 p.m. – The Tip Tops Pascagoula • 11 a.m.-Noon – Deuce Coup • 1-2 p.m. – Magic • 3-4:30 p.m. – Na Na Sha Friday, October 9: • Registration and all Cruisin’ Venues are open 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Sites with bands: Bay St. Louis, Pass Christian, Gulfport Cruise Central, Edgewater Mall, D’Iberville, Ocean Springs, Pascagoula • 2020 and 2021 Registration continues 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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• Country Cruisin’ Breakfast, Long Beach Yacht Club, 7-10 a.m. • The Vicari Auto Auction doors open at 8:30 a.m. • Vicari Auction’s CTC Swap Meet open at Coast Coliseum, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Car Corral continues, east of Treasure Bay, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Courtney Hansen appearances: Cruise Central, 10 a.m.noon; Ocean Springs, 2-4 p.m. • Dennis Gage appearances: Bay St. Louis, 9-11 a.m.; Edgewater Mall, 2-4 p.m. • Ocean Springs Sock Hop & Street Party, 5:30-9 p.m. featuring Unfazed Band 5:30-6:30 p.m. and The Molly Ringwalds 7-9 p.m. • “Pass In The Night,” 5-9 p.m., Pass Christian, Entertainment TBD Cruisin’ Venue Entertainment Bay St. Louis • 11 a.m.-Noon – Deuce Coupe • 1-2 p.m. – Razzoo • 3-4:30 p.m. – Dr. Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster Pass Christian • 11 a.m.-Noon – Tessa • 1-2 p.m. – Cool Rayz • 3-4:30 p.m. – 2 Hypnotic Gulfport Cruise Central • 11 a.m.-Noon – Brandi • 1-2 p.m. – Barlow Brothers • 3-4:30 p.m. – Na Na Sha Edgewater Mall West Parking Lot (Hwy 90) • 11 a.m.-Noon – Charles Grant • 1-2 p.m. – The Martini Shakerz • 3-4:30 p.m. – The Chee Weez D’Iberville • 11 a.m.-Noon – Figure Eight • 1-2 p.m. – Magic • 3-4:30 p.m. – Vince Vance & The Valiants Ocean Springs Downtown • 11 a.m.-Noon – Roland Cobbs • 1-2 p.m. – Modern Eldorados • 3-4:30 p.m. – Unfazed Band • 5-6:30 p.m. – Unfazed Band • 6:30-7 p.m. – Chick’s Picks • 7-9 p.m. – The Molly Ringwalds Pascagoula • 11 a.m.-Noon – N Rhythm • 1-2 p.m. – Garry Wesley • 3-4:30 p.m. – The Tip Tops Saturday, October 10: • Registration and all Cruisin’ Venues are open 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Sites with bands: Bay St. Louis, Pass Christian, Gulfport Cruise Central, Edgewater Mall, D’Iberville, Ocean Springs, Pascagoula • 2020 Registration 9 a.m.-Noon • 2021 Registration continues 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Country Cruisin’ Breakfast, Long Beach Yacht Club, 7-10 a.m. • The Vicari Auto Auction, doors open at 8:30 a.m. • Vicari Auction’s CTC Swap Meet open at Coast Coliseum 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Car Corral continues, east of Treasure Bay, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Dennis Gage appearances: D’Iberville, 9-11 a.m.; Ocean Springs, 2-4 p.m. Cruisin’ Venue Entertainment Bay St. Louis

• 11 a.m.-Noon – Charles Grant • 1-2 p.m. – Magic • 3-4:30 p.m. – Unfazed Band Pass Christian • 11 a.m.-Noon – Deuce Coupe • 1-2 p.m. – The Martini Shakerz • 3-4:30 p.m. – Dr. Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster Gulfport Cruise Central • 11 a.m.-Noon – Figure Eight • 1-2 p.m. – Cool Rayz • 3-4:30 p.m. – Vince Vance & The Valiants Edgewater Mall West Parking Lot (Hwy 90) • 11 a.m.-Noon – N Rhythm • 1-2 p.m. – Garry Wesley • 3-4:30 p.m. – Almost Skynard D’Iberville • 11 a.m.-Noon – Roland Cobbs • 1-2 p.m. – Barlow Brothers • 3-4:30 p.m. – Blue Rhythm Ocean Springs Downtown • 11 a.m.-Noon – Brandi • 1-2 p.m. – Razzoo • 3-4:30 p.m. – Na Na Sha Pascagoula • 11 a.m.-Noon – Tessa • 1-2 p.m. – Modern Eldorados • 3-4:30 p.m. – 2 Hypnotic Sunday, October 11: All events at Cruise Central • 2021 Registration open 8 a.m.-Noon. • Non-denominational prayer service, 8 a.m. • Stamping Cards must be turned in by 9 a.m. • Cruisin’ The Coast Finale Ceremonies, 9-10:30 a.m. • Gene Oswalt Volunteer of the Year Award • Announcements of the winners of the Cash Drawings (40 drawings of $500 each) totaling $20,000 • Make-A-Wish Raffle Car Giveaway and unveiling of new 2021 Raffle Vehicle! • Live entertainment by Dr. Zarr’s Amazing Funk Mo 10am 1pm

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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.) 69pm. Music, door prizes, 50/50 and a great time!! Hosted by the Coastal Cruisers Car Club. For more information contact: Donald 985-960-3871

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November 11-14 Panama City Beach FL. Emerald Coast Cruizin The South's Best Blast from the Past family fun event. Thousands of classic cars, hot rods, custom cars and trucks 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. 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 Swap Meet & Cruise-in (only vehicles items allowed) Edward's Discount Drugs,103 W Frontage Rd., Lucedale, MS 8:30am till. For more info call Mike Lachaussee 228-369-1431 November 14 D'Iberville, MS Santa's Helper Toy and Food Drive open car show Saturday November 14, 2020, 9 am- 1 pm. This will be at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Lemoyne Blvd. D'Iberville, MS. Registration fee is $20.00 or Unwrapped Toys and food. Benefiting local St. Vincent de Paul. Food & drinks available on site, Music and awards.. 50/50, Dash plaques, and Bingo. Hosted by Mississippi Beach Cruisers . More info call 228 324 1301 or 228 392 6134. 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 Farmer 601-528-1172 November 21 Pass Christian, MS 3rd Saturday Cruisein 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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4pm - 8pm Hosted by the Red Creek Classic Car Club. Info. call Charlie Farmer 601-528-1172 December 19 Pass Christian, MS 3rd Saturday Cruisein 4pm-8pm Pass Christian Harbor, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station. Call Rich for info. 228.216.9154 goes on all year. JANUARY 2021 January 1 Pass Christian, MS First Friday Cruise-in 4pm-8pm Pass Christian Harbor, Hwy 90, behind Keiths Gas Station. Call Rich for info. 228.216.9154 goes on all year. January 8 Lucedale, MS 2nd Friday Swap Meet & Cruisein (only vehicles items allowed) Edward's Discount Drugs,103 W Frontage Rd., Lucedale, MS 8:30am till. For more info call Mike Lachaussee 228-369-1431 January 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 Farmer 601-528-1172 January 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. FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE June 26 Bay St. Louis, MS 3rd. Annual VFW Auxiliary post 3253 Open Car & Truck Show 8am-3pm, Saturday June 26, 2021, 208 Third Street Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520. Dash plaques to first 70 registered vehicles, Awards for top 20 cars, top 10 trucks, 5 specialty awards, best of show, Commanders choice award. Registration 8am-noon. Awards 2:00pm. Entry fee day of show $25.00. 50/50 splitthe-pot, Door prizes and other give-a-ways, Food, Drinks, and dessert available. For more information, call Bobby 228 -493-2033 40

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1971 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow. Has beautiful gold colored Spirit of Ecstasy and one of the last of the big Royal ladies of the Rolls Royce Silver Shadow body. Large 6.75L V8 engine, automatic, A/C, Power Steering, Power Brakes, 8-track, and more. Professionally rebuilt heads. Garage kept for last 19+ years. Solid, straight, car that is not running and needs restoration or consider a LS Chevy powertrain swap. Though it needs to be restored, it is still very elegant and tasteful. The car has not been polished or cleaned. A must see! Clear title, vehicle sold as-is, where-is. Price reduced to $4,900 firm. Call Jim 228 868-3768 and leave message. Contact me if you want additional pictures. posted 9/20

1957 Chevy Belair 4dr Sedan Gold Edition. Original 283 with power block heads. Rebuilt . 17000 miles on engine. 2 Speed Power Glide. Elderbrook 600 4 barrel. Custom stainless steel heads and dual stainless steel exhaust with Bow Tie Tips. Front Disc brake conversion, AM/FM Retrofit Radio with AM/FM MP3/ IPAD/AUX connections. Alternator and electric wiper motor. Car took first place in the Keesler AFB 2019 Car show for best in original class. $18,000 OBO Call Gerard 228 323-9648 posted 9/20

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2019 Enclosed Wells Cargo 8’6" x 25' Car Hauler Trailer Auto Sport 7' height, opening 90-3/4” x 73” Model AS2524WUI Bonded aluminum sides, Silverfrost color, tandem axle, 5' V-nose, 16' flat plus 4' beavertail at rear, overall 25' enclosed. Aluminum ramp door extension. 2- cornerpost jacks, Max air vent. Led lights, 50”x 54” Side PT Escape door & 36” x 75” passenger side entry door, 4-swivel D -rings & 4-D-ring, 9000 lb. Badland Winch & battery, spare tire. $16,800 Call Trey at 601 941-5218 posted 9/20

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1971 Cutlass Supreme Convertible. Car was owned by Frank Hille who was an Oldsmobile dealer. (his family had the dealership from 1936) This car is a matching numbers vehicle, garaged kept, Rocket 350, R-4 Transmission, P/ w, PDL, Power top (w/glass window), A/C, Tilt, Bucket seats w/Console. Very collectable car. Asking 27,000 OBO. Call 228 467-5217 posted 8/20

1979 Firebird Trans Am 10th Anniversary SE - 6.6 Litre (403 CID) engine, auto, same owner last 18 years. Survivor, very original car with one partial repaint and replaced interior. Purchased new in Bay St. Louis MS on 4/5/79 and has remained on the Mississippi Gulf Coast since. Includes original window sticker, build sheets, owner's manual, and numerous receipts. Original (and working) AM/FM Radio with 8 track and CB. No rust, garage kept by original as well as current owner. NADA 'low' price for this car $23K, asking $21K OBRO. Call Jeff at 228-832-3481 and leave msg, or 228-424-2260 posted 8/20

1950 Chevy coupe. New paint (red), 350 Chevy engine, 350 turbo tran, Mustang ll rack & pinion steering, power 4-wheel disc brakes. $29500 or trade for late model pick up truck of same value. Call 228 234-5115 for more information. posted 8/20

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1930 Model A Ford Pickup The beautiful truck has a 350 V8 with 350 transmission. Mustang II frontend, Custom Oak dashboard with glovebox, Grey leather bench seat, Sony stereo with 10 CD changer under the seat. Oak wood in the bed of the truck and Cadillac taillights. This truck has been garage kept and well maintained. Asking $38,500. Call John at 228-324-9044 posted 8/20

1998 Dutchman Express class C RV Chevy chassis. Vortex 350 85k mi. 26ft. Maintenance records. Oil/lube every 3500 miles. One owner. Original sticker listing all options as built. Has 4K Onan genset. $22,500 call Dave 918 906-1656 Gulf Shores AL. posted 8/20

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1937 Dodge Street Rod Truck. No a/c, New 350 crate motor less than 500 miles, New booster, new master cylinder, new caliper, new brake and rubber lines, new brake pads, New tires and rims (front 205/50R17 & rear 245/50R17) 9 inch wide rims, New dual flow masters with 4 inch tips, new Edelbrock carburetor and intake, New distributor, new spark plugs and wires, new fuel pump, new aluminum radiator and hoses, new headlights, new gears and rear end, new axle bearing and seal and rear end, new battery and fan belt, new street rod heater, new alternator 200 amp, new driveshaft in Universal, new powder coat Valve cover, New Sony Bluetooth radio with 2 - 10 inch Brutus speakers, Zeus hifonics zx11006 500 watt amp, 400 transmission, 8 inch Ford rear end, Mustang two front end, chrome steering column with tilt, power disc brakes, bed cover on bed of truck. Asking $26,500 OBO may trade for a 1950 or 1960's vehicle in good shape Call home 985-892-6756 or cell posted 8/20 985-302-1482

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ALL ENGINES…. $ 183.99

ALL TRANSMISSIONS $ 69.99

ALL STARTERS & ALTERNATORS…. $ 17.99 ALL DISTRIBUTORS…. $ 34.99 COIL PACKS…. Up to $ 27.99

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