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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2015 R ODS ’N’ R HODIES 2015 Rods ’N’ Rhodies HUGE HIT IN 7 A F LORENCE For the eighth year in a row, the The Invitational Best of Show went to the Siuslaw High School Auto merchants who sponsored awards, annual invitation-only Rods ‘N’ award this year went to John Winkes Shop Program. businesses who provided items for the Rhodies car show rolled into of Trail, Ore., with his emerald green Organizers wished thanked the “goody bags,” the City of Florence, Florence from Friday to Sunday, 1936 Ford Coupe. many volunteers who helped produce Siuslaw Valley Fire and Rescue and Sept. 11 to 13. On Sunday, Merchant Awards were the event by serving on the County Transfer and Recycling. Best in Show Phenomenal weather greeted hun- passed out to 30 recipients, as well as Committee as well as manning event They also thanked the event spon- dreds of spectators who turned out Mayor’s Choice, Fire Chief’s Choice, duties throughout the weekend. sors: ACR Automotive, Les Schwab By Florence Area Saturday and Sunday to view the Police Chief’s Choice and two awards They particularly thanked the Tires, Oregon Pacific Bank and Chamber of Commerce nearly 100 high-end custom hot rods, sponsored by Tim and Pat Smith. Rhody Cruisers, as well as other com- Oregon Pacific Management 1936 Ford Coupe muscle cars and classics from all This year’s 50/50 raffle benefit munity supporters, including local Company. John Winkes over the western Mayor’s Choice United States and By Florence Mayor Joe Henry Canada. The car cruise 1946 Mercury Convert Saturday night was David Rasmussen the most heavily par- The Archives: Best Restoration Chief of Police’s Choice Florence In Bloom: Rhodylicious Port of Siuslaw: ticipated cruise in 1929 Ford Model A, Tommy Car by Chief Tom Turner 1956 Ford Pick Up, Larry Manardo Most Radical Land Yacht years, according to Bay Street Family Tyes: 1948 Caddy, Lorne and Jauck Fedoruk 1941 Willys Sedan event organizers, with The Firehouse Restaurant: Four Doors For Family Fun Don and Robin Pyle nearly half of the par- Hottest Flames River House Inn: The “Inn” Car 1954 Chevy Tin Woody, Jim Wascner ticipants thrilling 1935 Ford Pick Up, Tom Nelson 1956 Ford Parklane, Herb Sutton Fire Chief’s Choice spectators along Bay Bay Street Grille: Best Grille Handyman 101 Inc.: By Chief Jim Langborg Rodet Construction Co. Inc.: Street — including 1947 Lincoln Coupe, Ron Lopez Handyman Special The One I Like Best 1968 Mercury Cougar one who demonstrat- 1955 Chevy 2DR, Sue and Toney Stoter Bay View Bistro: A Touch of Class 1950 Ford Club Coupe, Ken and Darlene Schram ed the art of a 1957 Chevy Truck, Bob Hansen Zack Brombacker Heceta Self Storage: Heavy Hauler “Chinese Fire Drill.” 1930 Ford Sedan, Del Marlyn Miller Beachcomber Pub and Grill: Silver Sand Dollar: Jewel Of A Rod Nicest Grill 1954 Buick Special, Hoberg’s Auto Center: 1937 Ford Roadster, Dave and Merianne Pharr The Most Original Atland and Virginia Erickson We are proud to provide solutions to our 1969 Buick GS 400, Dick Nali Siuslaw News: Stop the Press Award local business owners. 1940 Ford Pick Up, Wolfy Wolfswinkel Homegrown Public House: Books-N-Bears: The Booker Prize Best Medium Rare Car 1966 Chevy Chevelle, Siuslaw River Coffee Roasters: 1954 Willys Wagon, Sheila Durmier Kent and Annelle Brewer Crème de la Crème 2015 Rods ’N’ Rhodies Merchant Awards member 541-997-7121 opbc.com Bridgeport Market: The Hot Dog of Hot Rods 1952 White Bus, John Morehouse Kitchen Klutter: This Car Is Cookin’ 1934 Ford Coupe, Bob and Lynn Whitehead City Lights Cinemas: Like Bogie and Bacall 1967 Chevy Corvette, Daryce and Carole Bloom Mon Ami Antiques: Piéce de Resistance 1955 Chevy Belair, Merton Beebe @OregonPacBank Surfside Restaurant Coast Insurance Services, Inc.: A “Premium” Ride 1932 Ford Coupe, Mike Rowe IT’S A HOME RUN! Coast Radio: Most “CAR” Like Car 1939 Special Construction, Dennis Langston Driftwood Shores: Best Drift Woody 1947 Willys, Fred Calosso ENTER TO WIN 4 SEATTLE MARINERS TICKETS AUTUMN s g n i v a S GAME NIGHT COMPLIMENTARY STAY BEST WESTERN PLUS PLAZA ON THE GREEN HOTEL PACKAGE INCLUDES ; COMPLIMENTARY BREAKFAST FREE HOTEL SHUTTLE TO LIGHT RAIL TO THE GAME COMPLIMENTARY 1 HOUR PLAY ON THE HOTEL’S ALL WHEN YOU ARE IN SEATTLE…STAY WITH PEOPLE WHO CARE. BEST WESTERN PLUS PLAZA ON THE GREEN ____________________________________________ How to Enter: Like us on Facebook OR Enter at the Surfside Restaurant Tim and Pat Smith: Smith’s Choice: 1. 1941 Willys Coupe, Phil and Carol Larvick 2. 1933 Desoto, Val and Joy Dutson On Your Feet With A Splash: Splashiest Paint Job 1941 Ford Pick Up, Dee and Elsa Wooley Wizard of Odds: Most Wizardly Wicked 1936 Ford, John Winkes OregonCoastHotRods.com: Best Coastal Cruiser 1951 Chevy Suburban, Dave Surmon The Wood Wizard Gallery: “Spellbound” 1933 Ford Speedstar Coupe, Ron Cremo Sterling Silver Jewelry at a fraction of the price that other stores charge • Plates • Sterling Silver Jewelry • Oregon Sunstone Jewelry • Collectible Hand Carved Eggs • Gallery Pieces • Turquoise Jewelry • Glass Art • Earrings • Pendants • Gift items and MORE ON SALE! NEW GOLF SIMULATOR FEATURING 20 TOP COURSES. On-Site Parking Silver Sand Dollar Learn about scholarship opportunities Monday On Monday, Sept. 21, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Siuslaw High School Commons, local scholarship providers will be available to meet with students and parents to share information about funding opportunities. Last year, the Florence com- munity gave 68 scholarships worth more than $93,000. During Monday’s meeting, students will receive thumb- drives pre-loaded with appli- cations. Parents and students can attend three workshops that will also include tips for filling out successful applica- tions and give good inter- views. The workshops are present- ed by Western Lane Community Foundation (WLCF); Funding Post- Secondary Options presented by ASPIRE; and The Oregon Promise: Free Community College presented by LCC. This event is sponsored by the WLCF and is open to Mapleton as well as Siuslaw students. Gallery Jewelry and Gifts 1499 Bay Street (Old Port Building) Winner will be announced September 28th 541-997-0111 88416 1st Ave. 541-997-8263 WORD Old Town Inn: The “Inn” Paint Job 1957 Chevy Belair, Malcolm Growlx 1958 Buick Limited Jim and Kathy Schwette Immediate openings ON THE STREET HAVE A QUESTION WE SHOULD ASK? E MAIL : E DITOR @T HE S IUSLAW N EWS . COM for Movers Apply @ What do you like most about car shows in Florence? www.OMGhelpers.com Spruce Point Assisted Living presents: SAFETY FIRST S Join us as we host a lecture series to increase safety awareness on fall prevention, common home injuries and provide solutions to keep you and your loved one safe. Avoid Bathroom Dangers “It’s been 91 degrees where I live, so I like the cooler weather. I love cruising in my car with the top down. I like the down- town. All the shops give us time to spend money.” —C AROL H OOD 1957 BLUE T HUNDERBIRD A LBANY “It brings all the community to walk down the streets to see all the cars. I’m up and down the coast all summer.” —B OB W OERNER 1949 FOUR - DOOR C ADILLAC F LORENCE “The people are very friendly here. That’s the best part for me. It’s a real joy to come down here and tell stories. You see a lot of veterans, and we have fond memories of things going on down here.” —H ENRY W ILLIAMS 1942 MILITARY F ORD J EEP F LORENCE “I’ve done shows here, in Yachats, down in Winchester Bay. The favorite thing about showing, period, is the people. I like talking to people, especially about cars.” —D AVID H OLE 1963 1/2 F ORD G ALAXY F IREBIRD XL F LORENCE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2015, 2:00 PM Don’t Let the Blues Get You Down THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2015, 2:00 PM All Participants will be entered into a raffle for a $25 Gift Card. To RSVP and to find out about our Move In Specials call (541) 997-6111 or visit us today! Spruce Point Assisted Living 375 9th Street, Florence, Oregon 97439 DISCLAIMER: The opinions expressed above are solely those of the contributors and do not necessarily reflect those of the Siuslaw News or its advertisers. OCEAN DUNES CUSTOM HOME VOICE YOUR OPINION! Priced to Sell Write a Letter to the Editor: Coast Real Estate 100 Hwy. 101, Florence, OR 97439 CB#10613 MLS#13488025 R EDUCED TO $399,900 Cell: 541-999-7317 diana@cbcoast.com E DITOR @T HE S IUSLAW N EWS . COM