DixieDavenport

It was none other than Luke Duke driving the famous General Lee that particular day and he saw what was happening, though he wasn't sure why. But this was Cooter's family; so it was Luke's family! he has to do SOMETHING! The something was ...................

In High Octane when they go to see the probation officer their names were Jesse Lee, Boreguard and Lucas K. I don't remember Bo's middle name or intial mentioned ever int he series. DixieDavenport

I had a great time this year as I have the last 4 years (this was #5 for me and my new husband's first). He loved it! I didn't think last year was 'bad' as some did. When you have that many people there will be lines! But the security and Hazzard County Crew was much more plentiful this year. Last year I noticed one secuirty officer looking really nervous as we all packed in around the stage when the cast all were about to come out before the jump. I mentioned this to Ms. Alma and her reply was, 'The company we hired, Nashville and us were just blown away last year." In ref. to the security company she said, "Firstly, they THOUGHT it was a normal concert. They didn't realize we were talking about Dukes of Hazzard fans -- and there is a difference!" We got to the fairgrounds around 8 on Sunday -- my husband wanted to see Daisy. The gates weren't suppose to open until 9:30 and autographs beginning at 10. Well the autograph lines were forming rapidly. I jumped into the shortest of 2 lines. From Sat I knew it was either John or Catherine's line. I then sent him to see which line was which. Sat's Bo line was really long so I hoped we'd got lucky and got into Catherine's line. As luck would have it we were in John's line. He was only mildly disappointed. It took about an hour and a half to get the autographs. As apposed to the 6 1/2 hour line I was in at Bristol a couple years ago. He noticed I had worn one of my fire dept shirts and asked if I was a fire -- (he was then unsure what to say) person, woman. I said we both voulunteered with 2 departments. He said that it was great and keep up the good work. I'll post more and pictures hopefully soon but I'm bushed after the 8 hour ride home. DixieDavenport

Thanks for the good wishes Daney. Just hoping he can get the time off at this point! He hasn't been where we work a year yet but I think they should be able to used 'holidays' for a couple days. They were nice enough to when we got married. Of course my being there 11 plus years may have a bit to do with that but his supervisor if Great!

I've been to four other Dukefests and from past experience, YES, some of the original General Lee's WILL be there! They are fantastic! to sy the least! Most have signs stating which shows they were in and which General Lee they are so you'll know them from the MANY others!!

Just saw that -- Thanks! See ya'll there. My new husband is getting excited about going this year. He's never been to anything like this and I'm sure he'll be blown away by the whole thing. He saw the picture of the patrol car jump last year on Cooter's as I was looking for something else. He said "Hey back up! Did they really do that?" LOL I told him just wait until he saw what would be done this year!

Well, it's great that Tom's show is doing so well and I understand him being obligated by contract. But, it really is disappointing that Luke won't be there. He looked like he had a ball last year! I think he was surprised that the crowd was so glad he was there, but I don't know why he was surprised. He is still my favorite Duke boy but I must say that Bo / John has really gotten better with age!!! We'll sure miss ya this yearTom! Hope to see ya again in 2008!

The Nashville Palace site says the first act goes on at 6pm and the main act at 9pm. When would you think would be the best time to go? I'd liek to go to both the Opry and Palace but I dont' think money will allow so I figure the palace would be the best bet.

If the cast is going to be at the Grand Ol Opry on the first how are they going to be at the Nashville Palace on the first also???? Thanks

Well, the months passed and Jed Davenport had moved little Cooter and his wife, Emma, into the newly founded Hazzard. One of the first things George Duke wanted to see built in Hazzard was a church. The Duke family had always been a very religious family. All the new settlers jumped in to help build the church and now that it was complete George was off to Altanta to try to find them all a preacher. Sunday morning found George in on of the churches in Atlanta. He liked the preacher who seems more down to Earth than the congregation. As a matter of fact the congregation was downing the preacher for not dressing better. Once the collection was taken up the preachers wife was noticed greedily putting it away. After church George Duke stayed back letting the others leave out before him. He stopped to talk to the preacher before leaving. "I'm new to these here parts, but preacher I surely liked your service." The preacher blushed just a bit but said, "It wasn't of my doing, only what I was suppose to say. If you'll excuse me," He reached for the bag his wife had put the collection in. "I have to be going to farmer Brown's to pick up a goat. One of my people wasn't here today. His little one has been sick. Seems his wife can't feed it and cow milk isn't working." George noticed the look he was given by his wife. "You wear work clothes on Sunday. Your going to take that money to buy a goat instead of a suit?" The preacher gave his very out spoken wife a 'look' and replied, "This money will do this young family more good that a suit will do me." "They don't even come to hear you speak, yet you'll give them money that's rightfully ours?" she asked. The preacher who was a bit upset at his wife's astions in front of the stranger, replied, "Yes. Mr. McCormick would have been here and so would his wife if the child was able. They read the word and live by it. You'd know that if you'd ever go with me to visit. Your just concerned about that new hat you wanted. Now, off to home. I'll be late." George wasn't sure waht to say at this point but the preacher surely seemed to be a good man. "I'm sorry to hold you up, uh, Mr. ....." "Straight. Rev. Straight." Replyed the preacher. "Well, Rev. Straight I just want to say again how pleased I was with your preachin'. As a matter of fact I was looking for a man like you for our new town, but I see you are attached to your congregation." George Duke said. Rev. Straight smiled weakly, "Well, I am attached to a few families here. They are hard working families that are down on their luck, but most of the congregation judges me by what I wear not the message I deliver." George saw his opening, "Well, about a half dozen families are working to form a town about a days ride from here. The only town building we have built is the church and we'd be pleased to have a good man such as yourself be our preacher whither you are in work clothes or a fancy suit. We'd also welcome any of your congregation to our new town of Hazzard. Think about it. I'll be in town to tomorrow. I've got to get some seed and get it in the ground before it get too late in the season." "I'll surely think about it." said Rev. Straight. *********** NARRATOR: Now, what George Duke and Rev. Straight didn't know was that Rev. Straight's wife's mother was one of the ring leaders in getting the Prohibition Act of 1735 passed for the entire Colony of Georgia. I think I see a problem for George's little side business.

I for one have been to Duke Fest for the past four year with two of my three kids as well as their friends -- all of which were not born when the original shows aired. We all loved Duke Fest! There is something there for everyone whether it is the Music, the stars, or the CARS!!! Which I LOVED!!! I for one appreciate the time, effort and dedication that it takes to have and keep up the beloved muscle cars!! I look forward to Duke Fest 2007 and spending some time once again in Hazzard County! DixieDavenport

Just wanted to wish all of Hazzard County a Very Happy New Year!! DixieDavenport

Ya got me too!!! I didn't want to think it but found that I did for a split second until I could find out more. Dixie

That was Great. If you haven't met James Best you are in for a treat! Four years ago in Sperryville, VA at the Dukes Fest I was in line for autographs and his line was the longest! I didnt' get to met him that year but let someone else get the autograph for me. The thing that impressed me was this: I saw him going to his car to get a jacket away from the crowd (Where he thought no one was watching). It had rained and the grass was slick and he was walking with care and held onto the car at one point. (I was thinking how lucky we were to be there and to get to see him.) Well a bit later Ben's singer of the Garage Band said as he was walking by, "Look there's Sheriff Rosco P. Coltrane!" He RAN up on stage, grabbed her in a hug and gave her a kiss on the cheek, then went right back into character as Rosco! It takes a true professional to put aside his shall we say 'age' and go right back into character because we were watching! I have been a James Best fan since Hooper though Luke is my favorite. The next year at Bristol I did get to met him. DixieDavenport PS I like your Daisy pictures. At Duke Fest this year she was really cool -- she was taking pictures of the crowd taking her picture as well as Tom filming it on two cameras while John was at the mic so I figured the second was his.

Dukesrule2000, Yeah I know that Tom has other interests which is great! But after some of the DVD's came out with Tom not with John and Catherine I've heard that he was trying to distance himself from Dukes and things like that, but I've kept an open mind and was rewarded with the Tom I believed him to be. You know how people are ususally if they can't say something bad they dont' say anything good! DixieDavenport

Thanks just submitted to join Tomtown DixieDavenport

Meanwhile, at home, poor Bo was about to go nuts with all the others gone. He was not only doing his and Luke's regular chores but all the other odd jobs Jesse needed done in an effort to keep his out of trouble and busy. He would sure be glad when Luke got home. Actually, he would have never thought it possible but he'd even be glad to get back to school. 00000 The week pasted a bit slower than normal for everyone involved. Even things were calmer that weekend at the Boar's Nest without Bo and Luke there. The only Dukes in the place were Daisy and Jeb. Bo being still grounded wasn't allowed to leave the farm unless Jesse sent him somewhere until he returned to school on Wednesday. 00000 At the Duke farm, Monday morning finally came. Bo looked at Jesse with the sadest puppy dog eyes since he was three, "Uncle Jesse?" Beth held her breath. She had a pretty good idea what Bo wanted. He had been pouting all week with Luke gone. Jesse Duke knew his nephew pretty well himself and could have bet what he wanted. He wasn't disappointed. "Yes, Bo." "You know we've gotten a lot of work done here and with Luke coming home today, he's gonna need a ride home." Bo hinted, "I'd like to be the one to go get him." Jesse had been watching Bo all week. He had done a lot of work. He had also been waiting all week for Bo to ask to go get Luke. He thought a long while before answering. "Now, Bo you are still grounded and Luke is going to be on probation for six months. Do you think it's wise to let you go get him?" Bo replied, "Uncle Jesse, I'll go get him and we'll be right back." Jesse began sternly, "No ya won't." then he softened his tone a bit, "You'll go get him a change of clothes, take them with you, pickup Luke and check in with Luther at the garage. I understand he may have some work for Luke to help keep him out of trouble, then you can pick the others up from school and come home afterwards." Bo's eyes were wide with surprise, "Yes, Sir! I'll go get the chores done so I'll be there when they release him." Bo knew the Luke would be released at noon. 00000 Peggy began getting Luke's things together just before noon. At noon she opened the cell door and clocked him 'out' and said, "Luke to make this official I've got to read you the terms of your probation that Judge Hardcastle has set." she said with a sigh. She had read them and Luke wasn't gonna like them. Luke didn't even like the sound of her tone, "Ok. I'm listening." She explained, "The terms are pretty broad but I wouldn't break them if I were you. 'Lucas K. Duke, you are to remain peaceful, lawabidding and sober at all times during the probationary period. You will will notify myself, Judge Hardcastle before you leave the Tri County area.' I need you to sign here." Luke looked at her in utter amazement. He felt he was being set up to fail this. Judge Hardcastle had seen it as giving him enough rope to hang himself. "Should I just make reservations now?" Luke said with a bit of temper which he didn't mean to direct at Peggy. "Hey, I'm sorry. You've been great. You didn't deserve that." Peggy gave him a slight smile, "Thanks. I could always tell Judge Hardcastle you'd rather complete the thirty days." Luke laughed, "Thanks. But, no thanks." He was going to have to talk to Jesse about this. He knew Rosco would be watching him like a hawk. He folded his copy of the paper with the conditions on it and walked outside, a free man. But to Luke it sure didn't feel that way. He saw Bo waiting at the General Lee. "Bo?" Before Luke could finish Bo was at his side. "Luke!" Bo said full of excitement. "I thought you'd still be grounded?" Luke asked. Bo replied, "I am but Uncle Jesse let me come get you after of course giving me specific orders." Luke figured, "Which involved 'come straight home', that's good by me!" Bo shook his head no, "Actually it involves going to the garage until time to pick the others up from school which is about two hours away!" 00000 At the garage, Luther Davenport was on a wrecker call. It seemed Agent Roche had been put into the pond by a white pick up. They would find out later that he had gotten a little too close to Jesse as he was going to the still site. Cooter slapped Luke on the back, "Buddy am I ever glad you are back! We're so backed up its not funny!" He opened the refrigerator, grabbed three beers and handed them to Bo and Luke. Luke took the beer. It really sounded good, but said, "Ya, know Cooter, as good as this would taste, I bet no one has had time to go get any parts. How about I trade this for a Pepsi and a shower?" Luke didn't think they needed to know that he and Dixie had exchanged a couple of letters. Cooter replied, "You are on!" Bo said taking a drink of his beer, "Luke you've got a change of clothes in the car." "Thanks Cuz." He said heading to get his clothes and a shower. 00000 When school let out Dixie was very glad to hear Luke talking to Cooter as she entered the garage, as promised she had saved the part run for him and hoped he'd take her up on getting something good to eat while they were gone. Now she just needed to work that in with her Dad's plans. They did need parts and she knew it. She heard Luther pulling in even before she could say anything to Luke, she formed her plan.......

Ok I am just reading all this for the first time, my internet was down in March. For starters, I don't agree with drinking and driving. I work as a correctional officer, volunteer as an EMT and Fire Fighter so I've see what can happen from several sides of the coin. Now everyone can lie to each other here but don't lie to yourself have you ever had a beer and drove home a couople hours later? Well, I don't make a habit of it but I'm 40 and sometime between 16 and now I have done it -- not proud of it but did and I was closer to our wise 15 YO's age than Tom's 54. So Ok it wasn't right, we all know that, but if he were a star and particually Luke Duke it wouldn't have been a big deal. After all how many athletic stars have been arrested for possession of drugs and worse which blew over really quick! I hate it for professional image as well as the message it puts out to people who want to judge others, but hey, lets put this into it's proper prospective: After all this is Hazzazrd County. Any Law officer who seen who it was saw himself as Rosco for just a moment and he had a Duke boy dead to rights! Rosco would have loved to have pulled them over and arrested them after one beer too much! Now the article I saw didn't say what his BAC level was so it was possible he was just over the limit and the officer was looking for a name. The officer could have towed the car, and called for someone to pick him up --- that would have been the tactful way to have handled it. I too am just glad we still have Tom and that no one was hurt! Any word on the outcome of the charges?? DixieDaveport

I too have heard negative things about Tom, which desturbed me because he has always been my favorite! One thing I heard was he wanted to distance himself from Dukes, well, with an open mind I met him myself at Duke Fest this year. If he wanted to distance himself or was in any way embarrassed about being Luke he sure didn't show it! I found him just as sweet as Luke. I watched for about two and a half hours as he signed autographs and spent a few precious (to us) moments with the fans. They brought in a child in a wheel chair and he went over and got down to the childs level to talk and for pictures and autographs. Then while on stage he and John were preforming songs but you could see the mischief in both them as they shared their own private conversation away from the mics. They were both cutting upand enjoying themselves. They like the show did include Daisy in some of this. Sat. night they kept trading guitars. John made the statement that they were each others guitar techs. On Sunday while John was at the mic Catherine and Tom had video cameras recording the crowd, then Tom switched and recorded the crowd with a second camera (likely John's???) John had an announcement before they started on Sunday, "We have an Orange 1969 Dodge Charger with Licnse number CNH-320 that has left its lights on! The crowd around me returned Good Luck finding the owner! (as there was over 100 General Lees there) When Tom came on stage the crowd was really making him feel welcome, he came out and 'flashed' the crowd by openning his shirt!! By the way if any have a picture of that I'd like to see it. I was too busy watching from very close up to take the picture! LOL And ladies that chest is still as strong and muscular as it was years ago!!!! OMG! As well as his back (above the waist-- Yes I was good! -- Uncle Jesse raised me to be a lady) when I put my arm around him for the picture. DixieDavenport!!

Jesse smiled softly as he began to speak to his troubled nephew, "Bo, first ya just start out enjoying that little bundle of joy, be its Daddy, love it and enjoy it and the rest will come naturally. That little one will tell you exactly what it needs. Look at y'all, I didn't have no experience with babies before y'all and I have to admit, none of you have turned out too bad yet. Though, sometimes Luke does worry me just a bit with his wildness, but other times he acts so responsible it ain't funny." 00000 On the way to school, Jeb at Daisy's request stopped at the Davenport's to pick up Dixie. She was in a pink top, blue jeans and boots. Jeb had to sneak just one more long glance at her, though she had never let him think they would ever be more than friends. He managed to get them all to school on time and without entering into any races. Though he did spot a few trouble makers as he walked Daisy, Dixie and Beth into the school. Jeb wished that Cooter and Luke hadn't graduated and Bo weren't susupended, he felt that it was going to be a long rest of the week....... 00000 As for the oldest Duke boy, he had been up far too long with basically nothing to do but look out the small window at Hazzard pass him by, think, or twidle his thumbs. The ten days he was sentenced to was passing far to slowly. Luke had never liked to 'have' to stay inside, especially with the nice weather Hazzard was having let alone being locked inside. The thougths of the girls of Hazzard, the idle time, boredom, heat (as the Hazzard jail offered no air conditioning -- just an open window and a fan across the room at the officers desk) and 'alone' time was also leading to another problem for the young red blooded male, though he'd have been hard pressed to he admitted that to anyone except maybe Bo. An 'agitated' Luke stood near the window hoping to find somethng interesting to watch in Hazzard Square to get himself calmed down. All he managed to see was ................"

This is cute! I'm OKRA and probably considered and older one! LOL Dixie Davenport

Sounds good heading over to Fan Fiction as soon as I look around here. Dixie Davenport

Ok in the reunion it was said that Buzz and the double 0 were the only one to ever beat the General Lee in an overland race. My question is what was Buzz's last name or did they get it? I haven't watched the reunion in a couple of years and my VCR is down. Help?? Of course we know that the only car to beat the General Lee in the show was Amy's #13 Lucifer! but I'm not sure is they called it an over land race so this may be the difference! Dixie

The next morning, at the Duke farm found everyone but Bo getting ready for school as usual but Bo knew Jesse had other plans for him since he would be out of school all week. Jeb reached for the keys to his car and asked, "Are y'all about ready?" Jeb was anious to get to school for once as he'd be driving today. Bo glared at him for a moment, "It better be a much slower ride than the last time you drove my wife anywhere." "Scout's honor. It will be." Jeb didn't need to be on Bo's bad side again. After the others had left for school, Jesse rinsed his coffee cup and said, "We'd best get at it." He picked up the keys to the pickup and tossed them to Bo. In the truck Jesse said, "I think we'll head up to number 3. It hasn't been worked in a spell." Bo headed the truck off to still sight number three. For most two wheel drive trucks it was a challenge to get there but with a Duke behind the wheel the old Ford would have no problems making the trip up what wasn't more than a goat path. When they got the truck as far as they could get it, Bo parked it behind a clump of bushes. Being no stranger to hard work, Bo put the bag of sugar and two bags of corn on his shoulders and headed further up the mountain. Jesse grabbed the yeast and the shotgun and followed behind his nephew. He watched as Bo slowed down about hundred yards from the still looking for the 'trip' wire that was connected to tin cans to warn the Dukes of unwanted company. Luke and Jesse had run this particular wire and with the still not being used in awhile the weeds were grown up to conceal it. Bo knew he was close to the trip wire but couldn't see it. Jesse said quietly, "About five feet in front of you. I can't see it either." Once the mash was cooking Jesse said, "You know I've been cookin' up a lot of shine. I figure to have a load at about every still we've got by the time Luke gets home. Then we'll start delivering it. The only thing is that once Luke is home the law will be figurin' that we'll have to start delivering what I've made while he's been in jail so I figure they will be layin' for us." Bo knew that Jesse had upped production on account of the baby and the extra expenses that were the result of Bo's carelessness. He assured his uncle, "We'll get it through. Don't ya worry, Uncle Jesse, Luke and me won't let ya down."

Thanks for the good memory! I have the song but would have had to replay it a million time to have written it. DixieD