DaneyDuke

The link worked all right. I love seeing unique characters made as kin to show characters. Good details and can't wait to see how this one gets finished. =)

I don't want to spoil it for anyone so I'll just leave it at an ...aww!

If it's the same one in this news article... http://www.tennessean.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2006606050317 yes =) Definitely one of the best parts of the weekend.

"Is that a fact? I didn't know that." Another error is John says "Moonrunners, Gy Waldron's movie from 1969." That actually come out in 1975.

2006 Dukefest Calender lists Denver's birthday as May 11th. John's reaction should have clued the editor to double check on that before finalizing it.

Cooter's Place had an unoffical merchandise guide available... Page 4 - Item #11 is a shelf unit made in 1981. Page 37 notes it's hard to find boxed. Author David Allen comments prices change all the time. imho- if someone paid $25 - 50 for it, that'd be reasonable.

June 2nd Visited Cooter’s Place. Hazzard County vehicles are stored in the back; walls are painted scenery… unique display. Cook out had been arranged at the Radisson hotel parking lot from 10am to 6pm. Afternoon store crowd was easily double, triple. It was fun watching stunt team members blend in with the crowd. Guesthouse International Inn & Suites renamed their lounge “Boar’s Nest†for Dukefest weekend. Nice place that offered airport shuttle. Waffles & fruit for breakfast! Pleasant staff. A gas station convience store across the street had pizza slices or fried chicken & potato wedges if a traveler wanted a quick, inexpensive bite to eat. Fiddler’s Inn - This establishment’s building design had rooms right next door to Cooter’s Place. Check in/out desk was located in their gift shop. Nashville Palace - Dance floor by one stage, tables around the other. Staff members were great. Reasonable priced food & beverages. Highlights 1. Reaction at Nashville Palace 2. Crowd waiting outside for cast to exit the press conference June 3rd Shuttle transportation was available in the Music Valley area. Deal at $15 round trip both days, $10 one day – compared to $20+ per taxi trip. Drivers were friendly. Helped out with the ski patrol / general lee rides from 12 to 4… Funny moment: Lady remembered my gray rain poncho from the day before. It did say come prepared for the weather. Late evening after cast concert, blue shirted fella turned from a vehicle… Sonny! I waited for him to motion it was alright to approach. He never seems to be without that twinkle in his eyes, smile & relaxed expression. Quickly thanked him & mentioned about the opportunity to speak with his adorable wife. Believe it or not, the grin got bigger. Vehicle departed. Strolled back to watch fireworks launch into the night sky. Glimpse of a young man named Josh enjoying the festives through a patrol car window. Highlights 1. Cast Stage Concert & Jessi Colter 2. Getting arrested by Josh! Ski car/general lee ride booth. June 4th Spotted Hazzardnet member K.G. on the track. Just immediately connected, instead of awkward first time meeting silence. Cowboy Church time when either I called Hazzardnet member M.A. or she buzzed me. She inquired our ‘20’. Asked K.G. if she wanted to meet M.A. … Offered we’d walk between stage & fence path if M.A. choose to meet us. If not, that was alright... so much to do there. Halfway, glanced to see K.G. wasn’t there & a marine hued shirt woman had this expression. Trekked back over, conversed for a few minutes until M.A. sashayed to the grandstands. K.G. & me journeyed to the vendor who had fair prices on ice tea. K.G. mentioned this gentleman who looked like Uncle Jesse/ Denver Pyle... not long after that, he strolled by. Creative ideas that some owners take in making their replica special from a bow & arrow set or stuffed Flash look a like in the back window, fake moonshine in the trunk is fun. Tempting to unvolunteer & spend remaining Dukefest with K.G. or M.A. Around noon, headed to volunteer assignment building, ended up at the information booth. Strolling toward the Music Valley shuttle, Reacquainted with Werner – a fan from Belgium. He quickly pulled a badge purchased from a patrol car owner. One of many who enjoyed a fantastic stunt show. June 5th Silly moment: Took muffin & coffee over to have breakfast at Cooter’s Place. Favorite moment: The cast on stage have a good time after two long, hectic days with another day full of events remaining. No matter how well planned…anything can happen. Wouldn’t it be something if overseas fans like Werner made an impression & it was decided on an international Dukefest next year, instead of the United States?

Khee!

Another upgrade. Thanks, Mufn!

Jack Gill? Daney

For those who haven't decided wether to get Opry tickets or not... mention *Dukes*, recieve $5 off a ticket for June 2nd & 3rd shows when purchase is made by May 26th, 2006. There is a limit of 8 for the discount, & it's not valid for Gold Circle seats or previous purchases. There is also a $5 discount on adult admission at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, if Dukefest tickets or armband is presented. Nashville Palace does not allow anyone under the age of 21 after 10pm. Daney

Don't want to give away too much for those who haven't read yet, very creative how Betsy become part of the family. Daney P.S. Welcome to Hnet!

'01, '02, & '03 were held at the Sperryville, Virginia Cooter's Place. '04 & '05 - Bristol, Tennessee '06 - Nashville Last two years it has been sponsored by CMT. Personally think it'd be nice to have a Dukefest out west. Daney

According to cootersplace.com newsletter... for those who haven't received it, the cast is tentatively scheduled to be at the Grand Ole Opry 8pm show. http://www.opry.com/ or 1-800-733-6779 *Ticket price range: $31.50 -$46.50 + any applicable taxes* After that Ben Jones & Cooter's Garage Band will be at The Nashville Palace for a pre Dukefest party located on McGavock Pike. Possiblity of other cast members there also. http://www.nashvillepalace.net/main.htm or 1-615-884-3004 Daney

Excellent season finale!!! Daney

Anyone else ever seen this? It's about a writer who moves into his aunt's house. He has a story deadline & some issues perplexing him. I thought it was pretty good. Daney

If not that one, maybe this... http://www.countrymusichalloffame.com/dukesfest2006/ 4/20/06 ~12:00amCentral~ - 5/11/06 ~11:59pmCentral~ Daney

According to Cooter's Place email newsletter... Grand Reopening of the Nashville store during April 29th/30th, 2006 at 2613 B McGavock Pike Nashville, TN 37214 Daney

Maybe you could try entering daily April 17, 2006 ~ 12:00 a.m. CDT - May 5, 2006 ~ 11:59 p.m. CDT. http://www.cmt.com/interact/sweepstakes/dukesfest/2006/ =) Would be neat if someone from this site won! Daney

MaryAnne, Daney

An event schedule has not been released yet that I know of. Usually cast members are there for the whole weekend. Daney

(joint post: March 28th, 2006) Kristy laughs silently for a moment as she glances around at everyone as relief floods thickly through her. "I think The General would look better in pink," she finally says. "Oooo, pink and lavender!" Enos exclaimed. A big grin brightened his expression. "Hey Kristy, how is Bo doing?" Kristy gives Enos a big smile as her thoughts picture a pink and lavender General before returning onto her injured brothers. Kristy's smile seems to broaden momentarily as she pictures Bo's reactions would be if he were there to hear them talking about paining his prized car lavender and pink. Turning to Daney she finally says, "He seems to be doing fine. Last I had seen him, him and Garrett were challenging each other to a race to see who had the fastest car. Back to his old self it seems...them both." "Bo always was a fast healer," Daney replied with a smile. "And nothing perks him more than that car. I was pretty sure Garrett would be alright." "Uh huh," Luke said and looked between his cousins. "There is nothing like being here in Hazzard County." "You can say that again," Kristy nods before pausing momentarily, "it sure has helped reform Garrett from his old friends...never thought there would be a day he'd fight against them. Don't get me wrong, he still is no saint and never will be, but at least he's away from them." Rosco gave the prisoners a look. He raised a hand to keep them quiet. Kristy deserved a chance to express how she felt. But one of the gang didn't stay quiet. "He's lucky to have a sister like you," the red head said. Daney nodded in agreement. "You got that right." She took a few steps and gave Kristy a hug. "She's the best!" Kristy blushes before stepping back to take in the prisoners in embarrassment. Embarrassment because she had momentarily forgotten they were there when she had fallen into thought about her brother's past. Looking back at Daney and the rest she replies quietly, "Thanks." "You're welcome," Daney answered. "Grits and greens, is it Sadie Hogg Day?" Enos asked, the sound of double doors swinging closed echoed through the room. "Judas Priest On A Pony," Rosco declared at seeing a small figure dressed in a white cowgirl suit, hat and boots. "Mama, mama look what Miss Lulu gave me." Jamie ran across the room. Kristy smiles broadly at her daughter as she bends down to hug her daughter before taking in the outfit that Jamie displays proudly. "That was very nice of her," Kristy finally says, "You look just like a little cowgirl." Jamie held onto her mom for a moment. "I'm glad you like it." Then she glanced innocently at Rosco. "Do you have anything in kid size for Shay?" "No but we could probably get an outfit," Rosco paused. "Where's Boss and Lulu?" Jamie grinned. "They are napping with Shay at their house." "You came over here all by yourself?" Jamie let go of her mom. Her little head shook. "He brought me," She pointed toward Cletus. He just waved at the group. She looked at Enos. "How soon can that be ready for Shay, I think Uncles Garrett and Bo would get a good laugh seeing him dressed in uniform." She smiled. Enos gulped. "Miss Jamie, I'll get right on that. Maybe an hour or two?" "That'd be great!" She laughed. Kristy smiled at her daughter while silently wondering how she grew up so fast, seeming to have matured a lot over the past few months. "Now Jamie," Kristy says, "that'd be cute to see Shay in an outfit...especially you two together. But we don't need to be greedy." "It'd be cute," Enos agreed. "See?" Jamie smiles up at Kristy who nudges her daughter who silently nods before looking up at Enos. "Thank-you." "Kristy, it's ok. I think it's a good idea, khee." Rosco smiled mischievously. Balladeer: Now y'all ain't that something? Garrett's completely free from his old gang while Jamie and Shay are teamed up to be the law. Somehow I think they could do just a good a job of patrolling Hazzard as the law they have now. ~The End~

=) think you have a good start. Always nice to see a relative for Cooter, Enos, Miz Tisdale, etc. Thanks for sharing & happy writing! Daney

Very nice, Mufn. Have fun with it! Daney

=) you could give the judges each a color of the rainbow or something, then only the judges would know what they scored for Brian & MaryAnne. Daney