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JUNE 2015

TABLE OF CONTENTS Pg 1 Prime Time Pg 2 Huber Show Pg 4 Meet-Greet Plattsmouth PG 6 High Speed Test PG 7 Lincoln Races Pg 9 Peers Show Pg 11 Vets Airport Show Pg 14 Meet-Greet Bennington Pg 15 American Dream Pg 17 Schedule of Events Pg 15 Member News Pg 19 Flashback Pg 20 Event Details Pg 21 NCCC News Pg 23 Presidents Message Pg 23 Governors Report Pg 24 General Mtg Minutes Pg 29 Membership News Pg 29 Contributors Pg 33 Car Corral Pg 34 Contact Information Pg 35 Funny Side Up **Next General Meeting is Thursday, June 18, 2015 at the Bel Air Banquet Hall, 7:30 - 9:00pm. Come EARLY & enjoy the buffet starting at 6pm! If you would prefer a salad, call Holly or Shelly at 402-333-5505

Are You Ready for Prime Time?

Unless you have been hiding under the hood of a ’73 roadster since last year, you already know that Omaha is the home of the 2016 NCCC Convention and Cornhusker Corvette Club is the host.

Our 2016 Convention Directors are recording another movie of CCC in action for the entire NCCC to see. It is extremely important to have as many of our 400 members attend this month as we can. We need to pack the house. Come be a part of history making at its best. Wear a red or white club shirt. If you do not have one, no worries, wear any plain red or white shirt. We want everyone to be included.

Meeting starts promptly at 7:30 pm. Come early to visit and enjoy the buffet. Please sure to bring your non-perishable items for our charity food bank. Also, bring non-colored newspapers for Hearts United for Animals.

If you are in the witness protection program, we understand, otherwise, see you on the 18th!!!!

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Huber Hosts Armed Forces Appreciation Show

After a rather dry winter, Mother Nature has decided to make up for it with plenty of late spring rains. The morning started with plenty of gray skys, but that didn’t stop over 40 Corvettes and one Harley from showing up at Huber Chevrolet for a benefit car show. Mother Nature was kind to those who attended by holding off the rain and clearing as the morning went on.

The theme was Armed Forces Appreciation, and most cars were decorated for the occasion. The voting was done by donations. Buckets were placed in front of the vehicles and people voted by putting money in the bucket. Prizes were awarded for the first 3 places. The donations went to Moving Veterans Forward, a non-profit organization that helps veterans get established.

The people of Huber were wonderful hosts. The event started with one of Huber’s employees singing the national anthem. She was Fantastic! In fact, she will be in the auditions for the next season of the TV singing competition show, “The Voice”. We will be watching proudly for that.

Lunch was provided by Huber’s with some excellent Bar-B-Que and great side dishes. We were in Hog Heaven!

First place went to Ray Kennedy with his Harley Davidson motorcycle. It could be the first time a motorcycle has won a Corvette show.

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For more pictures of Huber Show CLICK HERE.

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Meet and Greet – Plattsmouth

We know that “Meet and Greet” gatherings are popular because it combines the two things CCC members enjoy most – driving Corvettes and eating. So, what happens when the forecast is for the possibility of heavy rain? Just like the postman, not rain nor snow nor dark of night can keep CCC members from their appointed dinner. However, the Corvette may not be included.

More than 40 members met at a vacant parking lot south of Omaha and cruised to Mom’s in Plattsmouth. As you can see, many showed up without their Corvettes, but not without their appetites.

The award of positive thinking went to Steve and Nancy Bronner, who defied the weatherman and arrived with their top down. They were rewarded with a clearing skies and a beautiful evening.

From there, it was a short drive into beautiful downtown Plattsmouth.

Mom’s turned out to be just like it sounds – a charming place with great comfort food and large portions and a friendly staff. They were definitely thrilled to have us, and made it clear we were welcome any time in the future. Based on this experience, we will be back.

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For more pictures from Mom’s CLICK HERE.

Welcome to Mom’s!

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Checking Out the High Speed Track It was a perfect day to take a few hot laps around the racetrack that will be used for High Speeds at next year’s convention. The track is located on Interstate 29 near the Glenwood exit.

The track was checked out thoroughly, and some drivers decided to take a few laps.

The plan was to get a video of a car going around the track at near-race speeds. To do this, a Go Pro Camera was attached to the driver’s door of George Horst’s car. Then he followed Gene Gau around the track. A drone was also used to get overhead pictures and videos.

Here is the view from inside George’s car as they raced around the track.

You may be thinking, “I would love to do that!” Be sure to mark your calendar for August 8th & 9th, when the trial run will be out there.

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Racing Comes to Lincoln Ah, these are the days we dreamed of last winter when those north winds were blowing. Summertime autocross racing in the heartland. Sipping on a cold beverage while trying to avoid using the air conditioner while speeding around hot asphalt.

Does this look like what you were dreaming of? Didn’t think so. Let’s face it; Mother Nature has been a bit flakey this spring. Temps started in the upper 40’s and low 50’s as we found ways to keep warm.

Fashion was not an issue and helmets were not just for racing. Coffee was very popular.

In spite of the weather, most people found a way to have fun. Some are way too serious.

Ray Kennedy wore his referee uniform and called a time out in the action. This turned out to be more accurate than he had imagined, because an issue with the timing gear caused a delay in the start of racing. Of course, CCC has the best and brightest timers in the nation and it was not long before we were off and racing.

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Saturday & Sunday, June 20 & 21 - 14 Auto Cross Event, Mid America Convention Center, Council Bluffs

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Peers All Corvette Show

Don Peers has had his challenges the past month. After being sidelined with an injury, he was hoping for a great show. All he wanted was time to prepare for it, good weather and a great turnout. It spite of not having any of those come true, Don was still in good spirits. You can’t keep a good man down. Many members of CCC still showed up to show their support. By mid morning, the weather had started to clear and the sun started to peek out. Better times ahead, Don. Don was supposed to use his scooter, but it was a bit too slow and confining at times. He does have plans to put a V8 in it.

The show was a fundraiser for the Soap Box Derby (which Don is still trying to get an exception to compete in). Several of the racers were on display with their proud owners. They represent a lot of hard work and really are works of art. Congratulations!

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North O Airport Veterans Appreciation Car Show

Finally! Summer has actually arrived! What a great day to spend with friends and veterans with the background of the North Omaha Airport. Admission was canned food that was donated to charity.

Corvettes were not the only cars to gaze at. There were plenty of classic and custom cars, as well as some beautiful motorcycles on display.

Spectators were treated to a stunt flying show by National and World Champion Debby Rihn-Harvey. She wowed the crowd with loops, dives and low-level passes.

Just imagine what she could do behind the wheel of a Corvette! Debby is in her late 60’s with no plans for slowing down yet. You Rock Debby! Here is Bob Hegwood with Debby. Bob knew Debby in high school. He was taking driving lessons and she was taking flying lessons! Brian Barney snapped this one! Thanks Brian

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Organizer and fellow club member Ray Kennedy treated other club members to lunch that featured hamburgers and hot dogs from Omaha Steaks. Thanks Ray! That was very generous of you. One of the top attractions at the show was a section of the World Trade Center. A bronze plaque gave the history and details of this pice of history.

Daughters of the American Revolution honored veterans who attended by presenting them with certificates and pins in appreciation of their service. This is what the day was really all about. What a nice tribute. The show ended with all of the Corvettes taking a trip down the runway. Organizer Ray Kennedy thanked everyone at the end of the runway. What a great experience.

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Photos by Sandy Swift & Bill Cashell

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Meet & Greet - Bennington

Another Meet & Greet – another chance for thunderstorms. Does Mother Nature have it in for us?

People are beginning to talk! Still, we know that members of CCC will show up for food, even without their Corvettes. And that is just what they did – all 57 of them.

This edition of All-You-Can-Eat was held at Nate’s Stumble Inn at beautiful downtown Bennington. Former owners Denny and Mary Ann Laaker seemed so much more relaxed than last time. As far as we know, no one left hungry or thirsty. The night ended with the traditional group hug.

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The American Dream By Chris Tooker

The Corvette is not just a car. It’s not just a high-performance vehicle. It’s not simply the best bang for the buck among sports cars. The Corvette is the embodiment of every American value my parents instilled in me.

Work hard. Treat people with respect. Help others whenever you get the chance. Those were the principles I learned at home and in the garage. I was told that if I lived by those principles, I would succeed. I could become whatever I wanted to become as long as I was dedicated to my goals and remained disciplined.

Some families go camping, skiing, or boating. Other families vacation overseas. Instead, my family built cars and bench-raced in the garage (bench-racing is our term for talking about all the things you would do and how awesome your car would be, if you only had enough money). However, our time in the garage wasn’t limited to fantasizing about how fast or how cool our Corvettes would be if we won the lottery. This was my family bonding time with my parents, my uncle, and my grandfather. It was my chance to ask questions about school, relationships, faith, careers, and anything else that came to mind. When we were in the garage, my family gave me advice on everything I was going through and everything I observed outside of our home. Based upon their life experiences, I was able to make better sense of my own experiences and stay on track to achieve my goals. I would not be who I am today without their guidance and support, which often came in between oil changes, tire rotations, and conversations about our common passion for Corvettes.

We currently have four of the seven Corvette generations in the family. My triple black 2000 is in Omaha, where I live. My dad’s silver 2005, my 1994 Greenwood, and my grandfather’s red 1972 are in Colorado, where we compete in quarter-mile drag races for Corvette Connection at Bandimere Speedway. My next goal is to purchase a C7 for my mother. She’s still deciding

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which color and trim she wants (maybe the Grand Sport will finally be revealed by then???), but two things are certain; she’ll immediately have the second fastest car in the family and she’ll be the coolest mom in town.

What we enjoy most about being part of Corvette clubs like the Cornhusker Corvette Club and Corvette Connection is that the other members share our values and passions. Even when the races get rained out at Bandimere or a cruise ends up being a lot longer and a lot hotter than we anticipated, we still have a great time because of the people we’re with. Everyone is encouraged to join and participate, regardless of their background, skill, or experience (try finding that in your local Porsche or Ferrari clubs). Our monthly meetings and races also start with the pledge of allegiance and an invocation (sadly a dying tradition in some other organizations across the country). However, our favorite Corvette tradition is the Corvette wave. Why don’t import tuners or Mustang owners wave at each other in acknowledgment as they pass each other on the streets? Why don’t Challenger or Camaro owners give each other so much as a nod in passing? Call me crazy, but I believe more than just looks and performance draw people to the Corvette. The Corvette is America’s sports car and it will always represent the American values and principles my family shares with our fellow club members. I’m proud to be a Corvette owner and an American. Our Corvettes are a constant reminder to me of what I believe in and what I’m striving for.

Thank you again.

P.S. Thank you to all those who sent condolences for the loss of my uncle. I received cards from Cornhusker Corvette Club members I had not even met yet. That kindness and support to a stranger who just recently joined the club are the exact reasons we feel so connected to other Corvette owners. It solidifies my convictions about our common values and makes me even more proud to be a member.

ROAR INTO OMAHA - CONVENTION 2016

Ron Norgard is still in need of large ice cream buckets with lids. As much as Ron loves ice cream, he can’t do this alone. You owe it to your club to eat more ice cream!

Save your ice cream buckets and bring to the General Meeting. Also, we need red, white, and blue poker chips if anyone has some they would be willing to donate.

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2015 Schedule of Events See Page 9 for Details of Upcoming Events

June 18 General Meeting Bel-Air Banquet Hall Dinner 6 pm, meeting 7:30 - 9 pm June 19-21 Vettes in the Park Okoboji, IA see www.uofocorvetteclub.com for details June 20-21 Autocross Event MAC – Council Bluffs, IA Flyer on Regional Website June 27 Cruise Round the Bend Steakhouse - Early supper, and then cruise to James Arthur's Vineyard. July 15 Hot Summer Nights Sioux Falls, South Dakota July 16 General Meeting Bel-Air Banquet Hall Dinner 6 pm, meeting 7:30 - 9 pm July 18 Gretna Parade Details coming July 19 H&H Car Show H&H Chevrolet July 26 Cruise - tour Sunken Gardens and Sheldon Art Gallery in Lincoln Details coming July 31 Stein Night at German American Society –120th St. north. of L St. 5:30 Live music, food & beverages Aug 1 Greg Young Car Show Greg Young Chevrolet Aug 2 Wilber Parade Wilber Nebraska Details coming Aug 20 General Meeting Bel-Air Banquet Hall Dinner 6 pm, meeting 7:30 - 9 pm Aug 23 Car Show Festival Church of the Masters 1 Block north of 180th & Dodge Aug 29 Vettes on the River Le Claire, WI (Flyer coming soon) Sep 19 Sid Dillon Car Show Fremont, NE Please go to our website, www.CornhuskerCorvetteClub.com and click on the calendar tab to see the calendar of events. You can select the “info” link to get more details, flyers & registration forms. Did you know? Our General Meetings are held at the Bel Air Banquet Room every month. There is no charge for the use of the room, but we are required to purchase a minimum amount of dinners. So come early (starting at 6pm) and enjoy the buffet. If you would prefer a salad, you can call ahead and request one be made up for you. The phone number is 402-333-5505

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MEMBER NEWS

Prayers & Support - Our longtime members of CCC need your prayers and support. Jennifer Campbell was scheduled to have a kidney transplant on Wednesday, June 10 in Kansas City. Her husband Mike is the donor. They will both be down for a while. Please send your thought and prayers to Mike and Jennifer at 14836 Arbor St., Omaha, NE. 68144.

New Cars – Dave Ferguson is the proud owner of a beautiful new 2015 Corvette coupe. Congratulations Dave! Looks like it is ready to race.

Sam and Jodi DePetro are the proud owners of a beautiful 2000 coupe that they purchased from fellow members Ron and Linda Hughbanks. Word is that Ron and Linda already have their order in for a 2016 Z06 coupe. We will be watching for that.

Southern Hospitality

By Palmer Sohl

Carl and Margo Bertch were CCC members for many years. Carl was a recognized authority on Corvette “correctness,” and Margo was known for her warm personality and wry sense of humor. Carl passed away in 2014, and Margo moved to Ellijay, Georgia, which is about 270 miles southeast of Bowling Green, KY.

Margo no longer has the 1997 Corvette she won at Bloomington Gold, but she would like to stay in touch with her friends in Cornhusker Corvette Club. She has a spare room in her new home, and she would welcome a visit if you are traveling down her way.

Margo Bertch 598 Timber Ridge Lane Elljay, GA 30540 402.650.4056

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Are You Ready for a FLASHBACK?

2011 Wilber, NE Parade 2008 Summer Festival Costume Party

Ah, so many great memories for the people who were there and a fun look at the past for those who were not. Our favorite photographer, Sandy Swift has recorded years of memories and soon we will all be able to take trips down memory lane whenever we choose.

But wait…..there is more! When we have pictures in the newsletter of the past month’s activities, we will put a link in the newsletter to the rest of the photos on the website. The website is at www.CCCmemories.com. The activities are available by year with drop-down menus. It is still a work in progress. So far, there are a few events from this year available. We plan to have all of the pictures available in the next couple of months.

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NON SANCTIONED EVENT REMINDERS

Thursday, June 18 - CCC General Meeting - Bel Air Banquet Room., 12100 W. Center Road, 7:30 p.m. Come early to visit and enjoy the

buffet. Each member bring one non perishable food item for the charity food giveaway. If you would like a salad prepared ahead, call Holly and Shelly at 402-333-5505.

Saturday, June 27 Dinner & Cruise - Early supper, then cruise to James Arthur's Vineyard. Tuna Fish Jones is performing. We need a head count for this so they have enough help to accommodate us. Meet at Round the Bend between 3 and 3:30.

Get off of I-80 at the Mahoney state Park Exit. Go East (left) on Hwy 66 about 2 1/2 miles and it sits upon the hill to the South. Hard to miss, does not look like a farm house. We will leave about 5 to 5:30 to head for James Arthur's.

Tuna Fish Jones plays from 6-9PM. Bring chairs, and bug spray.

Wednesday, July 15 - Hot Summer Nights – Sioux Falls, South Dakota Make your hotel reservations direct at the Quality Inn & Suites, 5410 North Granite Lane, Sioux Falls, SD 605-

336-1900. Ask for the Mohawk rate - $77.00.

If you want to join CCC for dinner at Minerva's in Sioux Falls on July 15th, email Jayne Reit at kreit1@cox.net. She must receive your email by July 10, as a reservation for the whole group will be made.

Saturday, July 18 - Gretna Parade –

Rick & Joan Harshbarger are chairing this event again this year.

Details to follow. Save the date!!

Friday, July 31 - Stein Night - German American Society at 5:30 Food and live music will be there. Brats, beer and more beer!!!

Sunday, August 23 - Car Show - Lutheran Church of the Masters on 180th & Dodge. Great food and family fun with face painting, etc. Trophies will be awarded. Flyers will be available at later date.

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GOVERNOR NEWS

x Saturday & Sunday, June 20 & 21 - 14 Auto Cross Event, Mid America Convention Center, Council Bluffs, IA. Flyer on the West Region Website

NCCC Competition Points Reporting for 2015 (Changes weekly - check the NCCC website for most current point totals)

Ladies National Point Totals Report Place First Name Last Name NCCC Number Total Points Events Attended 1 TERESA ELLER WR-095-1087L 802 75 21 KATHY GAU WR-095-0733L 257 26 47 MARIE MANZ WR-095-1321L 123 14 53 LYN GRISWOLD WR-095-1518L 106 14 54 KATHY BRISBOIS WR-095-1323L 104 14 115 MARILYNN ANGEROTH WR-095-1612L 42 6

Men's National Point Totals Report Place First Name Last Name NCCC Number Total Points Events Attended 3 JOE ELLER WR-095-1086LM 771 75 30 JON MANZ WR-095-1320 320 40 41 DAVID FERGUSON WR-095-0588 252 28 42 GENE GAU WR-095-0732 236 26 88 STEVE SKIDMORE WR-095-0384 135 14 97 ERVIN GUNDERSON WR-095-1244 122 14 110 DON ANGEROTH WR-095-0811 112 14 114 GARY BRISBOIS WR-095-1322LM 109 14 119 VIRGIL ANDERSON WR-095-0532 104 14 122 GERALD KORALESKI WR-095-0592 102 14

Club National Point Totals Report Place Club Number Club Name Total Points Events Attended 1 WR-095 CORNHUSKER CORVETTE CLUB 4386 103 2 MW-351 WINDY CITY CORVETTES, INC. 3799 72 3 SW-055 COWTOWN VETTES 3635 89

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NCCC Competition Events Calendar - Competition Year 2015

Calendar of Events for the WR Region: Event Type Name of Event Date People’s Choice Concours Cedar Rapids June 13 People’s Choice Concours GATEWAY TO THE WEST June 13 Low Speed Autocross Racing Kansas City June 13 & 14 Low Speed Autocross Mid America Center June 20 & 21 Low Speed Autocross Newton LS June 27 & 28 Low Speed Autocross MAC LS July 11 & 12 Low Speed Autocross Hawkeye Downs July 25 & 26

For more information, visit the NCCC Regional Website at: https://93075438.domainhost.com/NCCCCompetitionDatabase/2015/Programs/ListEventsForRegion.php?regionCode=WR

Websites that are of interest to you! You can now access Cornhusker Corvette Club website simply by going to: www.cornhuskercorvette.club. The West Region Website is www.westregionnccc.com, and the National Council of Corvette Clubs is www.corvettesnccc.com. There is a Cornhusker Corvette Club Facebook Closed Group Page. Just find us, and request to be added. Pictures, reminders, and items that interest members are being posted.

Marie Manz Membership Director

CORNHUSKER CORVETTE CLUB "Something For Everyone"

Get Your Shirts for Summer Festival

Have you ordered your shirts for Summer Festival 2015? This year they are available as both T-Shirts and Polo Shirts. The order form is available on the front page of the CCC website at: http://cornhuskercorvette.club. Just download the form, fill (it can be edited) and send it on to Pattie Bena at pattiebena@hotmail.com.

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Message from It can’t get any better. The Cornhuskers are on a roll! Events are staring you in the face! Our autocross events in Lincoln were an overwhelming success. Thank you

to all the workers, participants and those who were there just to cheer us on.

We are thrilled to see so many people attending our “Meet and Greets”. What a great way to

meet your fellow members. Recently I have been encouraged by conversations with prospective members that just what to meet people with the same interest. If you scan the schedule you will find that our Social Directors have some interesting socials lined up. Thank you, Jayne and Kathy for setting up these outings. They would appreciate any suggestions you may have.

We appreciate all the support and donations to the different local charities. Please don’t forget to support our can goods collection at the General Meeting. CCC members,” YOU’RE the BEST”.

Save the wave, Jerry

Message from Your Governor

The National Governor’s Meetings were held April 24th & 25th in St. Louis. Some of the items that were discussed: Discussions have

started to hold a Region event in 2016 to raise money for the Region to be used to offset the cost of the 200 member club awards, the Scholarship Fund, and other items to benefit the members. NCCC will discontinue selling raffle tickets for a Corvette. Furthermore, the National Kidney Foundation will no longer be the National Charity of choice. A new charity organization has not been chosen.

The Competition season in the West Region will get started Memorial Weekend in Charitan, Iowa. Go to the West Region website for the entire 2015 Schedule of Events. Jon Manz

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General Meeting Minutes

May 21, 2015 Bel Air Banquet Room

Bill Anderson, Sergeant at Arms mentioned to please turn off all cell phones and the meeting would start in five minutes.

Jerry Koraleski, President, started the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. All stood for a few minutes to pray for Chris Tooker’s uncle, Marie Manz’ brother, and police officer Kerry Orozco who have recently passed away. Also Dennis Saints who passed away a few days after we caravanned by his home after the last Meet and Greet. There are pictures on the table that were taken of cars passing by his home, please help yourself. Also pray for Dan Wilder’s father who is gravely ill and Don Peers who is in the hospital. Jerry filled in for Secretary Jan Gunderson who was on her way to Bowling Green and thanked Cheryl Sondyj, who was taking notes of the meeting. Last month’s minutes were approved.

Marie Manz was also on her way to Bowling Green and Palmer Sohl was filling in: New members tonight are: Michael & Robin Dailey with a 2001 yellow coupe; Bob & Diane Briggs with a 2010 Callaway red convertible; Bill & Connie Howdle join CCC with a 1998 Nassau Blue C5. Dwayne & Kim Duffin will purchase a Corvette this Friday. Raised and clapped for all

new members and a special thank you for the CCC members that brought them into the Club. Maria & Hunter Garrnett are visiting and will take their time joining; Hunter had beautiful pictures of their 1964 yellow Corvette, ‘71 Corvette convertible and ‘74 T-top four speed. Sid Harchelroad from Harchelroad Motors and Terry Murkins from H&H are guests tonight. Jerry mentioned that the chairs up front are for those ‘who are not good’. Sid Harchelroad brought a 2015 Z06 Corvette to Lincoln and drove to Omaha for the meeting. Sid also brought us a contributor’s $1,000 check, thank you!

Track Days will be held in Hastings on June 11-12. Cost is $150 and $350 with instructor, includes meals for two days. Harchelroad Motors is celebrating 80 years this year. Sid’s grandfather started the business in 1935. Sid’s father, he & his brother own the two stores. Dillon, Sid’s son, is selling about ten Corvettes a month. There will be a celebration on Oct. 10-12 at the new dealership. Our new display lot can showcase 500 cars. Sid mentioned he just got 43 Z06 ‘16 allocations. George Horst mentioned we had 42 cars for the Moving Veterans Forward Huber car show. Thanks to those helping Carolyn for registrations Linda Adams, Carolyn Edmundson, Linda Dawes and Cheryl Sondyj. Assisting with

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parking cars was Ron Norgard, Perry Dawes and Gary Sondyj. Thanks to Ray for bringing the POW bike! The Benson ROTC Color Guard was great and Celest was super singing the National Anthem. The winner of this event was Moving Veterans Forward and a check for $1,262 was presented to Ron Hernandez.

Ron mentioned he has been doing this for four years and a year ago became a non-profit 501-3C organization. Ron was in the Army and thanked all the veterans in the audience ‘For their Service’. This is the first time Ron has worked with an organization and thanked us for our contribution. Jerry read an email from Huber saying “please extend my gratitude to everyone for their giving hearts for all those involved in making Moving Veterans Forward a huge success”.

Tim Ogle, Vice President mentioned that Summer Festival T-shirts will be on the website and order forms are on the back table. If you are having problems getting the Newsletter you can hit ‘refresh’ a couple times or possible clear history. Tim mentioned you can go to ‘GoOgle.com” for any problems!!!

Tom Horeis, Treasurer gave the treasurers’ report. Nancy mentioned we have $122 in ticket sale. Cathy Koraleski read the May Birthdays: Jerry Koraleski, Jan Mason, Linda Werchant, Carolyn Reed, Lois Waterman, Carolyn Edmundson, Louise Gau, and Appleby. The BD Boy was 70 on Saturday and there is cake for everyone. Jon Manz, Governor is also on his way to Bowling Green and all information has been updated on the website. All emails you receive from Marie keep everyone informed and the calendar is up-to-date on the website.

Don Angeroth, Competition Director: All new student racers found out that races go on rain or shine from attending the Racing School. Ten students from the

school are now all novices and can have a racing participant go with them on their race for guidance. This is new this year. Hopefully there will be several attending our first CCC 8-event the end of the month in Lincoln. There will be a tech training school at the Lincoln function. Events are: May 23-24 racing at Chariton, IA SE of Des Moines racing on airport runway May 30-31 CCC at SE Community College in Lincoln. (West Region website to get Flyer), save $20 if getting in before 5/23. HyVee will supply food. Registration - Sat. 7:30-8:30 drivers’ meeting 8:45- first car off at 9:00 a/m. Registration - Sun. 7-8, 8:15 drivers’ meeting June 6 - Don Peers sanctioned car show (flyer and registration on back table) June 6 - Racing in Quincy

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June 13-14 racing in KC, 20-21 at MAC Center with CCC 14 events/day June 27-28 Racing at Newton at Iowa Speedway July 11-12 - MAC Center with CCC 14events/day (if not racing join the fun and become a corner worker or just enjoy the fun) July 25-26 Cedar Rapids August 8-9th - Practice for the 2016 Convention at RPM/MAM. Today we filmed a novice high-speed driver, George Horst, for the convention. He has said he probably will not race his new car, after today, he just might!!! Jayne Sainz and Kathy Cashell, Social Directors Jayne had a “Red Nose” for Red Nose Day, and you can get them at Walgreens for Feed the Hungry.

Two people will talk about Veterans’ Appreciation Day and Sisters’ Lemonade Brigade. We had 59 people for Chances Are, two caravans, the ‘head’ ones and the ‘behind’ ones. We drove to Aurora to see ‘classic cars’ and some ‘not-so-classic cars’. May 28th - Meet and Greet at Mom’s Café, Plattsmouth - 6:30 June 10 - Meet and Greet at Stumble Inn in Bennington ‘ June 7th - Veteran’s Appreciation June 27 - Cruise to Round the Bend Steakhouse and then to James Arthur Vineyard in Lincoln July 15 – Hot Summer Nights, flyers on back table.

July 18 – Gretna Parade July 26 - tour Sunken Gardens and Sheldon Art Gallery in Lincoln August 2 – Wilber Parade Times and places for the above will be on the internet, in the Newsletter and emails sent out by Marie. Jayne mentioned she is planning to have a picnic sometime in October at the ‘cabin’. Ray Kennedy mentioned that at the Huber Car Show it was the first time a Harley won a Corvette Car Show. Their Z51 will be available in a few days. Veterans’ Appreciation - June 7th

at the North Omaha Airport - car show, motorcycles, CCC car show - entry fee is can of food and starts at 10:00. They are trying to buy the field and rename it Veterans’ Field. There will be 50/50 drawings with proceeds going to Veteran’s organizations. Gene and Ray have visited and there will be a color guard made up of 12 of the 75+ veterans in the club at our 2016 Convention. Terry Bruner, retired policeman and Marine veteran, who provided the flags at Huber will also supply the flags for the Convention and he and his wife have been invited to the 2016 Convention Dinner. Veterans interested in participating in the color guard for the convention let Gene or Ray know. Hats will be provided; uniform will be white shirts and black slacks. George Horst mentioned about the Don Peers Car Show at 4331 So. 90th on June 6th with all proceeds going to Omaha NE Soap Box Derby.

Registration is at 9:am. With show hours noon – 3:00, awards at 3:00 sharp. Awards: First place trophies C-1 C-2 C-3 C-4 C-5 C-6 C-7

participant judging. Special awards for best original or restored, best custom best of show $50 cash. Pre-registration is $15, day of show is $20.00. They get a lot of Corvettes that are not with CCC. Very interesting

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June 14th is the date of Sisters’ Lemonade

Brigade. Last year it was at Horsts’ son’s home, this year it will be at Black Elk Elementary – 6708 S. 161st St., 10:00 – 3:00. Lemonade provided with food provided by Voodoo Taco and Over Easy. The first year $250 was raised; over $5000 was raised last yr. Cross-Fit from Elkhorn will be there, and KFAB might be there July 31 at German American Society – Stein Night at 5:30 food and live music will be there. Brats, beer and more beer!!! Ray Zimmerman mentioned that on August 23th, Lutheran Church of the Masters on 180th & Dodge, Car Show, great food and family fun with face painting, etc. Trophies will be awarded. Flyers will be available at later date.

Pat Swift – Public Relations – We have a new contributor, Lions Automotive Upholstery 86 & G St.

Current contributor, Cilantro’s Mexican Restaurant is opening a new restaurant near 76 & Pacific. Parkers’ Smoke House has a new location at 73nd & Pacific in the Old Blues Booz and BBQ. Be sure to let any contributor know you are with CCC. Bill Cashell – Newsletter – The Newsletter is Awesome!! Bill said, if there are problems downloading the Newsletter just email a note to Bill and he will email it to you. Funny side up will be in the Newsletter. Thanks to Nick Gau for writing the article on auto-cross and tech training. Gene Gau’s article reveals how “The Lucky Duck Garage” got its name. Bill sent out the Newsletter to the BOD to review; some errors were caught by Allen Sohl. Bill now knows the BOD members are all literary geniuses. Bill is creating a website where we can store pictures that Sandy has taken, as well as some videos. Be sure to email any

interesting articles to Bill with pictures, etc. Bill took pictures and video while riding with George Horst today. Jerry mentioned that the Summer Festival flyer has been sent to Joe. Members at Large are George Horst and Perry Dawn, if you have any concerns they are the people to see. JB Benedict – Points Chairman Points are listed on the back table. CCC standings have not

changed that much. Twenty CCC events have been posted, four NCCC events. We have eight members that have gone out of region, collecting 1914 points for four events. Teresa Eller is #1 in Nation. CCC is fifth in the nation with 1914 points, about 900 points out of first and we have not had any CCC events. Thanks to the twelve people who helped with Leach Camper’s open house, over 1000 hotdogs were served. Second one will be July 11, same day as one of our events. If you are not racing and want free hotdogs, send JB an email and let him know you can help. Thanks again for all the newspapers for the Auburn Animal Shelter. Gene Gau – 2016 Convention If you have not signed up to be a committee chairperson you can still do that and get a cool shirt like Gene had on “Roaring into Omaha”. He mentioned that at the Governors’ meeting in St. Louis many came up and mentioned that they thought we would have 500 - 600 people due to Omaha being in the Center of the country.

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Cecil B DeHorst was in town, movie was made at RPM today. First time around the track George went a little slow and then asked Gene to drive his car. First time around the track Gene took it a little easy, second and third time around the track at about 125 mph Gene looks over at George and he was pumping the brakes from the driver’s side!!!! Roar into Omaha!!!

Terry Murkins from H&H mentioned he enjoys our Newsletter. H&H’s newsletter reaches about 3,000 and would like to offer many clubs the opportunity to advertise special events, etc. their clubs are offering. This featured area of the Newsletter will be called Club Corner News or something similar and will be available to all clubs/individuals. Any information you want promoted will be put into the Newsletter. Gene will write an article on the Corvette 2016 National Corvette Convention sponsored by CCC “Roar into Omaha”. The H&H All Chevy Show is July 19. Applications for the All Chevy Show are on the back counter and on the website. Live band, food provided by Boy Scouts and tents with different vendors will be at the Show, along with Pirelli tires for Corvettes. Video from

last year’s show will be shown at this event. Good trade ins: 2010 crystal red, 19,000 miles – all documentation and a 2012 Grand Sport Z16, white with black interior, 6-speed, 2,600 miles it is brand new. We just started ordering 2016 Stingrays and Z06’s. H&H is the sponsor for RPM and will have special things down there. Old Business – Jerry presented West Region shirts to Gina and Tim Ogle. Gina’s shirt was for fourth place and Tim’s is eleventh!! BD Drawing – Jerry won and got to pick from the goodie table first!! Jerry mentioned Blue Bars and CCC logo is in the middle. 50/50 winner was Gloria Wallery - $132, congrats!! Motion to adjourn by Ray Kennedy and Mark DeLong. Meeting adjourned. Respectfully submitted by Cheryl Sondyj

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OUR CONTRIBUTORS

Please show your appreciation

http://www.hhchevy.com

http://www.gychevy.com

http://www.beardmorechevy.com

http://www.siddillongm.com

http://www.harchelroadmotors.com

http://www.hubercars.net

New Members

Michael & Robin Dailey with a 2001 yellow coupe

Bob & Diane Briggs with a 2010 Callaway red convertible

Bill & Connie Howdle join CCC with a 1998 Nassau Blue C5

OUR CONTRIBUTORS

Please show your appreciation

http://www.hhchevy.com

http://www.gychevy.com

http://www.beardmorechevy.com

http://www.siddillongm.com

http://www.harchelroadmotors.com

http://www.hubercars.net

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Leach Camper Sales 1-80 Lake Manawa Exit 1/2 mile south & 1/2 mile

west 712-366-2581

www.LeachCamper.com

George Horst, President

8802 Washington Cir Omaha, NE

402-677-0123 www.jikohmfg.com

http://www.casciossteakhouse.com

http://www.brakesplus.calls.net/online-specials/contact-omaha

8720 L St, Omaha, 68127 402-991-7258 www.premiercountertops.com

Bar & Grill

New Members

Dwayne & Kim Duffin

50/50 winner was Gloria Wallery

West Region shirts to Gina (4th) and Tim Ogle (11th)

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Birthday Winner was Jerry Koraleski

This was strangely appropriate because we were celebrating Jerry’s birthday. Thanks to Kathy Koraleski for bringing in cake.

OUR CONTRIBUTORS

Please show your appreciation

Auto Trim Design www.AutoTrimDesign.net

Big Red Sports Bar www.BigRedRestaurantAndSportsbar.com

Bruno’s Auto Works www.BrunosAutoworks.com

Breeze Catchers www.BreezeCatchers.net Certified Transmission www.CertifiedTransmission.com Cilantro’s Mexican Bar & Grill www.CilantrosOmaha.com Clancy’s Pub www.clancysomaha.com HS Automotive http://www.facebook.com/HsAutomotiveAndDyno In The Garage www.InTheGarage.biz K&K House of Trophies www.kkTrophies.com Lions Automotive Upholstery http://lionsauto.com Lyle’s Tires & Wheels www.LylesTire.com Mamas Pizza http://www.mamaspizzaomaha.com

Ming Auto Beauty Center www.MingDrDent.com Northwest Bank http://www.bank-orthwest.com/john-bothof/default.aspx

Bar & Grill

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1980 Corvette L48, 350 cubic inch (~99,000 miles, original engine), 4-speed manual transmission, White with red interior, T-Tops, Stainless steel headers and side pipes, New rear suspension (spring and shocks) New front brake calipers, New battery, Newer tires (less than 5,000 mi.) $11,000 / obo Craig Frerichs 402-669-0266.

Leach Camper Sales 1-80 Lake Manawa Exit 1/2 mile south & 1/2 mile

west 712-366-2581

www.LeachCamper.com

George Horst, President

8802 Washington Cir Omaha, NE

402-677-0123 www.jikohmfg.com

http://www.casciossteakhouse.com

http://www.brakesplus.calls.net/online-specials/contact-omaha

8720 L St, Omaha, 68127 402-991-7258 www.premiercountertops.com

Bar & Grill

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Car Corral

2003 GMC Duramax diesel 4500, Allison transmission, 137,000 miles, air ride suspension, air ride driver’s seat, 2 TV’s, remote start, heated seats, back seat folds to bed, stereo system, —$30,000.

Phone: 712-370-1350 or 712-386-2149.

1980 Corvette L48, 350 cubic inch (~99,000 miles, original engine), 4-speed manual transmission, White with red interior, T-Tops, Stainless steel headers and side pipes, New rear suspension (spring and shocks) New front brake calipers, New battery, Newer tires (less than 5,000 mi.) $11,000 / obo Craig Frerichs 402-669-0266.

OUR CONTRIBUTORS

Please show your appreciation Parker’s Smokehouse www.ParkersSmokeHouse.com Peers Auto Works www.PeersAutoworks.com Quaker Steak & Lube, Council Bluffs http://thelube.com/locations/iowa/council-bluffs/

R&G Service Center www.RandGServiceCenter.com Village Inn Twin Creek Bellevue http://www.villageinn.com/locations/110857

Wheel Tech www.WheelTechinc.com Accurate Detailing, LLC Email: bipin1@cox.net Biginz Motorsports Email: biginz68@yahoo.com

Bar & Grill

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2015 Officers President Jerry Koraleski, President@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Vice President Tim Ogle, VP@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Secretary Jan Gunderson Secretary@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Treasurer Tom Horeis, Treasurer@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Competition Director Don Angeroth, Competition@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Editor Bill Cashell, Editor@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Governor Jon Manz, Governor@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Social Directors Jayne Sainz, Social@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Kathy Cashell, kathy@cashell.us Summer Festival Dave Ferguson, SF@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Public Relations Pat Swift, PR@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Membership Director Marie Manz, Membership@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Member At Large George Horst, MAL@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Member At Large Perry Dawes, MAL@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com

2015 Chairpersons Points J.B. Benedict, Points@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Sergeant At Arms Bill Anderson, Sergeant@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Webmaster Tim Ogle, Webmaster@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Greeter Allen & Palmer Sohl, Greeter@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com Please note the NEW email addresses. You will never have to remember a board members email address again - just their position!! Our webmaster has it set up to auto forward to the email address we have on-line.

HUSKER NEWS ‘N VIEWS is a monthly publication of the Cornhusker Corvette Club, expressly for its members. Articles submitted for publication MUST be received by the editor by the FIRST Thursday of the month. The General Membership Meeting is held the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:30 pm at the Bel Air Banquet Room, 12100 W. Center Road. Join us early for dinner when you can. The Board of Directors Meeting is the 1st Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm at the CCC President’s home. All members are welcome at the Board Meeting. Correspondence can be submitted to

Editor@CornhuskerCorvetteClub.com

Websites: CCC: www.CornHuskerCorvetteClub.com National NCCC: www.CorvettesNCCC.Org

Regional NCCC: www.WestRegionNCCC.Com

“Chevrolet Trademark(s) used with the

written permission of General Motors.”

Deadline for submission for the newsletter is the first Thursday of the Month.

Please email to Editor@cornhuskercorvetteclub.com

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