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  August 2008
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Dairy Queen
I first had to get things under control by taming this big rattle snake.  I used my charm to get his attention just before I caught him.
Dairy Queen
Agent Kelly and Ryburn had me in an arm lock.  Really two of my great friends. 
Dairy Queen
John had to face me on the corn boards tonight.  You'll see later what happened.
Dairy Queen
Several teams formed, but only one would survive..Do you know who is winning at the corn game.
Dairy Queen
Best cruise of the year for Richmond DQ
Dairy Queen
They came from everywhere.
Dairy Queen
The weather was just perfect.
Dairy Queen
Everyone was just having fun.
Dairy Queen
enjoying the music,
Dairy Queen
loving the great food.
Dairy Queen
and doing what cruising is all about.
Dairy Queen
Here are tonight's cruise winners.
Wendy's/KFC
Another great cruise and crowd.
Wendy's/KFC
Hot early, but no complaining from this crowd.
Wendy's/KFC
When it's hot, you just take it easy.
Wendy's/KFC
This is the owner Boss Mustang.  Danny owns a couple more classic Mustangs.  He thanks you all for coming out.
Wendy's/KFC
Do you know who is winning at the corn game?
Wendy's/KFC
Bill and Roberta Robutson in a 38 Chevy from Sunman, IN and Ernet and Helen Robertson from Laurel IN in a 68 Cadillac Convertable really enjoyed themselves tonight.
Wendy's/KFC
Lots of local support.  These 3 belonged to the Singleton Family of mt. Vernon.
Wendy's/KFC
Neighbor, Eddie Shaffer in his 50 Ford.
Wendy's/KFC
Brodhead friend, Dale Lark in 55 Chevy.
Wendy's/KFC
Here are tonight's top cruisers....Thanks to all who made this another great event.
Corn Festival
I WANTED TO START TODAY'S SHOW OFF BY HONORING THIS GROUP OF VETERANS, SOME CURRENT SERVICE MEMBERS, AND THOSE WHO GAVE ALL AS OUR DEFENDERS OF FREEDOM.  THANKS TO ALL WHO DEFEND OUR NATION.  THIS IS A REMINDER TOALL THAT FREEDOM ISN'T FREE.  DJ
Corn Festival
Stanton Fireman put on another great show.
Corn Festival
They changed the location to be next to the Festival.
Corn Festival
The location change turns out to be the most popular move of the event.
Corn Festival
Dozens of tree provided a much welcomed shady showfield.
Corn Festival
The locals could not only visit the festival but visit the car show.  and visa versa
Corn Festival
My wife evens goes over to enjoy entertainment on the festival grounds.
Corn Festival
To the Staton Firemen our hats are off for your efforts for your town of Stanton, KY.
Corn Festival
The TEN COMMANDMENTS WERE PRESENTED TO GLENNA TODAY, SPONSORED BY CARROLL ROUSEY...
Corn Festival
Do you know who is winning at the corn game?
Corn Festival
Best Tractor, Lyndsay Caudell on her 64 Ford 4000
Corn Festival
Best Rat Rod goes to a very laid back Twin City Cruiser, Brenton Crabtree in a 50 Dodge.
Corn Festival
Best GM, 67 Chevy PU, Ben Easterling
Corn Festival
Best Foreign, 71 VW Buggy, Clarence Hunley
Corn Festival
Best Ford, 69 Mach I, Scott Ingram
Corn Festival
Best Mopar, 70 Road Runner, Harold and Wilma Kelley
Corn Festival
Gaylord Thomas Memorial Award was presented by Enoch and mother Carolyn Thomas to Larry Hood in his 68 Camaro.
Corn Festival
Special Interest, Greg Binion
Corn Festival
Firechief's Choice, 64 1/2 Mustang, Julius Szabo
Corn Festival
Top of showfield group 1
Corn Festival
Top of showfield group 2
Corn Festival
Top of showfield group 3
Corn Festival
Top of showfield group 4
Corn Festival
Top of showfield group 5
Corn Festival
Bike winners.
Corn Festival
Sgt. Dixon, who has served his country 10 years in the air force, may look to retirement by taking to the airwaves.  He enjoyed giving me a break, and I enjoyed his time on the board.
Corn Festival
I leave you with this picture from the DJ's Studio.  Thanks to all who came.
Berea DQ
Perfect weather.
Berea DQ
Another big crowd.
Berea DQ
In the back.
Berea DQ
In the front.
Berea DQ
Down the side.
Berea DQ
Rate Rods.
Berea DQ
We had this place,
Berea DQ
packed...Thanks to for the super support.
Berea DQ
We had the Bittersweet Cloggers,
Berea DQ
who can really get ur done.  Thanks Sherry and all the pack for some really great dancing.
Berea DQ
Do you know who is winning at the corn toss?
Berea DQ
Do you know who won round two?
Berea DQ
Cruise winners for this evening.
Banks of the Cumberland
Meet the Chief, Ted Gibson, who kept his 10 annual show hopping.
Banks of the Cumberland
Some of my family stopped in on Saturday evening to enjoy the entertainment and beauty of the Cumberland Valley.
Banks of the Cumberland
The Granny enjoys her grandson.
Banks of the Cumberland
View from behind the scenes..
Banks of the Cumberland
This was the Jackson Camp from Heidrick, KY.
Banks of the Cumberland
This was one of the smoothest shows ever.
Banks of the Cumberland
The judges made sure everything was judged.  HUMMMMMMMMMMM
Banks of the Cumberland
As you can see, no one went hungry here today.
Banks of the Cumberland
Gary King spoke at the morning church service.  Lisa....on the right, sang the opening and closing songs.
Banks of the Cumberland
There's no question that this is one of the most most beautiful spots on the Banks of The Cumberland for a show.
Banks of the Cumberland
Everyone kicked back and enjoyed the beautiful weather and show.
Banks of the Cumberland
At 3:00 pm the watermelons were brought out.  Leemon Moyers heads over the chow down.
Banks of the Cumberland
BEST OF SHOW, 1957 CHEVY, IRVIN AKINS
Banks of the Cumberland
Best GM Truck, 70 PU, W T Baker
Banks of the Cumberland
Special Interest, Dragster, Kennith Barrett
Banks of the Cumberland
Best Ford Car, 67 Mustang, John Branam
Banks of the Cumberland
Best Foreign, 74 MGB, Richard Byers
Banks of the Cumberland
Best Ford PU, 79 Ford, Roger Carrier
Banks of the Cumberland
Best GM car, 71 Nova, Leeman Moyers
Banks of the Cumberland
Best Mopar, 74 Plymouth, Bill Mayne
Banks of the Cumberland
Rat Rod, 41 Studebaker, Mike Shepperd
Banks of the Cumberland
Best Mini, 98 Chevy, Paul Jackson
Banks of the Cumberland
Louis Gibson Memorial Award, 54 Ford PU, Paul and Betsy Frauer
Banks of the Cumberland
Top of showfield #1
Banks of the Cumberland
Top of showfield #2
Banks of the Cumberland
Top of showfield #3
Banks of the Cumberland
Top of showfield #4
Banks of the Cumberland
Top of showfield #5
Banks of the Cumberland
Top of showfield #6
Banks of the Cumberland
Top of showfield #7
Sonic Bike Night
Let's kick off the bike night at Sonic with this special award given to Jennifer who is General Manager of Sonic by all the bikers who love her hospitality and support of the American Baby Boomers.
Sonic Bike Night
We had a full house in spite of the weather  which rained all around us.
Sonic Bike Night
Don and Mary Peyton road over from Richmond to visit us and enjoy their bike.
Sonic Bike Night
This bike just caught my attention because of the Red, White, and Blue...America
Sonic Bike Night
Not sure what is the correct way to order, but this fellow, Dale, was getting ur done.
Sonic Bike Night
You see all the commericals about how to order..this fellow Dale, thinks he has it down.
Sonic Bike Night
I'm worried about Dale,,,,here he is waiting on this order...You can figure Dale out...I give up.
Sonic Bike Night
Fifteen bike riders from Rockcastle County came over to support the DJ, well 16 if you counted Robert Lawson from the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame who arrived after all his riding buddies had gone home...He said he had a BOARDDDDDDD MEETING...
Sonic Bike Night
It's fun to do bike night.
Sonic Bike Night
Baby Boomers riding their dreams out to the fullest.
Sonic Bike Night
It's great clean fun and a way to enjoy your fellow boomers.
Sonic Bike Night
It's funny, I didn't realize that time a zoomed by....I saw this fellow...I suddenly realized that I was seeing someone that grew with me singing with one of the best gospil groups in our area...Bill Eckler and wife who sang with the Calvery Heirs.  Oh, they are still singing as the Calvery Heirs and booked most every weekend.  Bill and I got together and both agreed that in 2009 that we wanted to do something spectacular for 2009...Watch my we site...www.kentuckycarshows.com for information around New Years.
Sonic Bike Night
Do you know who was number 1 after five teams went to the wayside at cornhole?
Sonic Bike Night
Here are tonight's winners as selected by the Sonic Staff.
Stanford Cruise
Wow, what a great cruise..
Stanford Cruise
122 vehicles showed up
Stanford Cruise
From the back of my studio, it was an awesome
Stanford Cruise
The temperature was just perfect.
Stanford Cruise
Be sure to show up on the 3rd Friday.
Stanford Cruise
This final four twist off was great.
Stanford Cruise
However there were plenty more who were good too.
Stanford Cruise
Some great dancers showed up
Stanford Cruise
Much to the delight of the crowd.
Stanford Cruise
The hoop contest was a dandy too.
Stanford Cruise
Oh, wow did we ever limbo
Stanford Cruise
How low can you go.
Stanford Cruise
We enjoyed a skit by one of the local churches preparing for the State Fair.
Stanford Cruise
Gary and Sweet Martha greeted the crowd at reg.
Stanford Cruise
Top Cruisers selected tonight...Melissa Hampton in her 65 Mustang
Stanford Cruise
Jack Stull in his 56 Chevy
Stanford Cruise
Dalton Miller on his Patriotic Bike
Special Olympics
I start with this shot simply because I wanted to show the reason why 177 vehicles showed up today and nowhere else.  It was not so much about trophies, but about helping and extending a hand to some very special olympics Athletes.  I was proud to be beside each of you who came and gave your money and time to do what I think is the greatest deed on earth...I want to say simply thank you for coming here today to make this a great event for the childrenAnother Record show.
Special Olympics
My wife got right into the action by taking a ride with Steve Jones around the show area. Steve gave rides to anyone who was willing to get on board with him.  I did and enjoyed.....
Special Olympics
 I wished I could show you all the beautiful vehicles that showed up, but I can't....I'm going to try.
Special Olympics
The weather was perfect,
Special Olympics
the cause was number one,
Special Olympics
everyone wanted to be here,
Special Olympics
and today we had another record show because the show buffs will show up for the right cause...to each of you I say thank you...thank you...thank you....
Special Olympics
Sorry, I'm still trying to capture this show.
Special Olympics
177 vehicles in today's shows is a nice show..
Special Olympics
A special thanks to James, Billy O, David, and Debbie Catchings for help to spearhead this event with so many volunteers and local and regional sponsers...All of you are to be commended for a super great job.
Special Olympics
Best Import Shawn Alexander in his nice 06 Nissan.
Special Olympics
Best Motorcycle, David Bailey on his American Hog...
Special Olympics
Best Corvette, 71 Corvette, Shane Barnes
Special Olympics
Best, Robert Denniston, 48 Ford Anglia
Special Olympics
Best Pro Street, 65 Dodge, Kim Grayson
Special Olympics
Best Unfinished, Jacquelyn Trent, 33 Plymouth Coup
Special Olympics
Best Paint, nice Mustang, Cyndi Jones
Special Olympics
Best GM, 57 Chevy, Harold and Wilma Kelly
Special Olympics
Street Rod, 27 T Bucket, Doug Lawrence
Special Olympics
Best Ford, 57 Thunderbird, Lowell Maybrier
Special Olympics
Best Engine, 99 Corvette, Bob Messamore
Special Olympics
BEST OF SHOW DRIVEN, A SUPER NICE 47 CHEVY PANEL WAGON, JIM PIERCE
Special Olympics
BEST FORD, 48 FORD, CHESTER AND GLENN SNOWDEN
Special Olympics
Best Rat Rod, 41 Chevy, Bob Trent
Special Olympics
Ladies Choice, a nice Galaxey Ford Skiliner, Cecil and Sandy Walker
Special Olympics
Best Mopar, 72 Duster, Johnny Watson
Special Olympics
Best Truck, 64 Chevy PU, Dan Wills
Special Olympics
Top of showfield group one
Special Olympics
Top group two
Special Olympics
Top group three
Special Olympics
Top group four
Special Olympics
Top group five
Special Olympics
Top group six
Special Olympics
Top group seven
Special Olympics
Top group eight
Sonic
We always have a great time with Sonic.
Sonic
The hot weather was just perfect.
Sonic
Sonic was filled with beautiful rides from all around.
Sonic
Relaxing, eating, and having a good time is what the bottom line is.  Charolette's Smile captures the moment.
Sonic
We had some great entertainment too.
Sonic
The Bittersweet Cloggers were there to dance the evening away.
Sonic
Jennifer's Assist. Mgr. will soon welcome a new baby girl to their family.  Congratulations Cindy and family.
Sonic
This young man is leaving for college this fall.
Sonic
We played corn.
Sonic
Hooped it up.
Sonic
This pair of PT Cruisers belong to Chuck and Janet who enjoy cruising.
Sonic
Winners as selected by the management team this evening...DON'T FORGET, WE HAVE ONE MORE CRUISE HERE OCT. 3RD.....SEE YOU THERE.
Frisches Big Boy
WOW, WHAT A CRUISE!!!!!!!!!!
Frisches Big Boy
The afternoon proved to be hot.
Frisches Big Boy
But dry.
Frisches Big Boy
The lots all filled up and ran over and around the sides.
Frisches Big Boy
Cruisers were looking for a great place to cruise.
Frisches Big Boy
And they found it...Susan, General Manager, and Craig, Owner, wants to thank you all.
Frisches Big Boy
The Big Boy is always a favorite at Frisches on Keenland Drive.
Frisches Big Boy
Doug Foster shows off his grandchild.
Frisches Big Boy
Do you know who is winning at the Corn Toss?
Frisches Big Boy
Craig owner had some internet shots favorites of his...First Shot
Frisches Big Boy
Shot Two
Frisches Big Boy
Shot Three...
Frisches Big Boy
It's bad when your camera can't cut the mustard.  I'll bet if you watch ebay, you might get a deal.
Frisches Big Boy
It was so hot this afternoon that some hide under the real deal signs on the lot.
Frisches Big Boy
Here are the winners as selected by management.  All the proceeds went to a local hospice care center.
The Gift
My tenor as DJ and spokesman for thousands of events over the years is humbly appreicated by our followers.  I can't express how important each of you have been to my wife and I, but I know you know  how we feel.  We have been blessed 1000 times over by your love and friendship.  We have dedicated our website just to you.  Yet it is truly a special moments like today when Glenna brought this special GIFT to me..  Glenna had worked on this masterpiece for several weeks.  She put her heart and soul in this Masterpiece.  Tonight I enjoyed it as I watched the Olympics.  Glenna, we want to say in a very simple way, THANK YOU, WE LOVE YOU, AND WE APPRECIATE YOUR GIFT OF LOVE AND KINDNESS.   CHARLIE
Travis Ingram Show
Another perfect day,
Travis Ingram Show
a fantastic cause to rally around,
Travis Ingram Show
A special thanks to Robert, Holly seen here, and the staff at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame.  Holly get the Cruise In The Valley Reg. out to you....Thanks Holly
Travis Ingram Show
Several bikes stopped by today.
Travis Ingram Show
a young 26 year old who has many reasons to live,
Travis Ingram Show
and the show buffs showed him their love and compassion.
Travis Ingram Show
Meet Travis and his Mom and Dad who received the Ten Commandments today.  Today our show family helped to raise several hundred dollars in much needed money.  I wished we could have done more, but you know you can call on us again.  CAR SHOW FAMILY
Travis Ingram Show
Travis stopped by for a few minutes to say hello. 
Travis Ingram Show
Many of the show buffs stopped by to say hello, give him a big hug, and to tell him they were giving all their support.
Travis Ingram Show
A SPECIAL RECOGNITION FOR HAROLD AND WILMA KELLY FOR DONATING $100.00 TO TRAVIS.  WILMA AND HAROLD DRIVE A BEAUTIFUL 70 ROAD RUNNER TODAY.  AT HOME THEY OWN AND SHOW SOME OF THE BEST CARS IN THE STATE.  THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT HAROLD AND WILMA.
Travis Ingram Show
A SPECIAL RECOGNITION ALSO GOES OUT TO ROGER LINVILLE WHO GAVE A $100.00 DONATION TO TRAVIS.  ROGER DRIVES A SUPER SHARP 66 CHEVY IMPALA.  THANKS ROGER FOR YOUR SUPPORT.
Travis Ingram Show
We enjoyed some really special Talent today from Wil Reynolds.
Travis Ingram Show
Wil had a packed house in the KMHOF.
Travis Ingram Show
A special thanks to Wil, his Dad Billy Reynolds, and his Mom Becky Reynolds for your support.
Travis Ingram Show
Do you know who is winning at the corn game....?
Travis Ingram Show
Do you think the above two can hold out in a second tournament?  There's one way to find out.
Travis Ingram Show
Robert Lawson said he had never pitched a bag of corn...Today we broke him in.
Travis Ingram Show
Travis Stewart, a local young man I had in school, found a shady spot and parked it....
Travis Ingram Show
For all the volunteer cooks, thanks...great food.
Travis Ingram Show
Check out this slogan.....
Travis Ingram Show
Best Foreign, Shawn Alexander
Travis Ingram Show
Longest Distance, Jim Boy
Travis Ingram Show
Best Motorcycle, Henry Cooper
Travis Ingram Show
TRAVIS INGRAM WENT OVER THE ENTIRE SHOWFIELD AND SELECTED A SHARP CHEVY BELONGING TO WENDELL FARMER...
Travis Ingram Show
Best Truck, Phillip, Mary, and Jessica Harris
Travis Ingram Show
Best Corvette, Mark Hiter
Travis Ingram Show
Best Mopar, Harold and Wilma Kelly
Travis Ingram Show
Best GM, Roger Linville
Travis Ingram Show
Best Ford, Donald Sanders
Travis Ingram Show
Best Street Rod, Scotty VanWinkle
Piles Chevrolet
There are so many pictures I guess just start somewhere...
Piles Chevrolet
Lady's push rod drop
Piles Chevrolet
Men's drop
Piles Chevrolet
This was the 15th annual show.
Piles Chevrolet
A show for a great cause.
Piles Chevrolet
Moneys go to the Grant Co. Adult Ed Program.
Piles Chevrolet
Buck Walters, Randy Mann, and the employees appreciate your support.
Piles Chevrolet
Put this on your calendar for Labor Day weekend...Saturday.
Piles Chevrolet
Club Praticipation one
Piles Chevrolet
Largest club...Good Ole Boy Cruisers
Piles Chevrolet
Best Motorcycle, Ray and Kathy Conrad
Piles Chevrolet
Best GM, Phillip, Mary, and Jessica Harris, 86 Chevy PU
Piles Chevrolet
Dealer's Choice, 68 Pontiac Firebird, Joel Howard
Piles Chevrolet
Best Driven, 87 Buick Grand National, Jolee Meyer
Piles Chevrolet
Ladies Choice, 70 Chevy, Burrell Lawrence
Piles Chevrolet
Best of Show, 66 Mustang, Fuzzy Meyer
Piles Chevrolet
Best Ford, 03 Ford Mustang Cobra, Bryan Reeves
Piles Chevrolet
Best of Show trailered, 54 Ford, Carroll Rousey
Piles Chevrolet
Unfinished, 31 Ford, Ronald Schlueter
Piles Chevrolet
Best Chrysler, 67 Dodge Dart, Jim Swafford
Piles Chevrolet
Unfinished 2nd, 76 Duster, William Wilson
Piles Chevrolet
Top of show one
Piles Chevrolet
Top of show two
Piles Chevrolet
Top of show three
Piles Chevrolet
Top of show four
Piles Chevrolet
Top of show five
Augusta
WE BEGIN A FANTASTIC SHOW BY SALUTING OUR FINIST WHO HAVE SERVED OUR COUNTRY AND REMEMBERING  THOSE WHO GAVE ALL.  THANKS TO ALL WHO HAVE SERVED..VETERRAN PRESENT ON THE BANKS OF THE OHIO.
Augusta
Best Cook on the hill..Hi Cody. from C and D Catering.
Augusta
Who's this? 
Augusta
Now let's check out one of the best fall show of the year.
Augusta
The Earlywine family take the lead each year in Augusta, KY.
Augusta
There were 291 registered in the show not counting the ones who didn't.
Augusta
This shot was in the far corner of the show.
Augusta
No matter where you looked it was simply beautiful with all the vehicles in this super little city.
Augusta
R and R....
Augusta
Jim Earlywine stops for a moment just to say hi to some of the visitors.
Augusta
The weather was super.
Augusta
A place for the children to play.
Augusta
A breezy day.
Augusta
Kept the temp. for feeling so hot.
Augusta
If you missed it, put Augusta on the calendar for 2009 on Sunday of Labor Day Weekend.
Augusta
Do you know these people?
Augusta
BEST OF THE BEST....EVERYONE ELSE WILL BE A TOP OF SHOW FIELD....HERE WE GO
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BEST 4X4...MOSTLY
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BEST OF BEST
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BEST OF BEST
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BEST BIKES
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Prudence, we just had enough room to squeeze you nice truck and trophy in.  Congratulations
   
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