Car show a big success

On Sunday, Sept. 20, the River City Rodders along with Old Town Cape hosted their 38th Annual Car Show, now known as the River Tales Classic. This was the ninth year the show was held in downtown Cape, and the feedback regarding the location is positive. Not only were the streets full of people checking out the cars, but the shops and restaurants were busy also. Mother Nature was kind to us again this year. As a result, we had a record turnout, with over 260 cars registered. We also saw an increase in the number of participants who drove longer distances and chose to spend the weekend in Cape, which provides a nice boost to our local economy.

The River City Rodders and Old Town Cape would like to express our gratitude to all of our sponsors, with special thanks going to our major sponsors -- NAPA Auto Tire & Parts, EVTV Motor Werks and Isle Casino. Due to their support, we are able to offer free admission to the public and provide financial support each year to Toy Box, Safe House for Women, CASA and other local organizations. We would like to extend special thanks to the Cape Girardeau Police Department, the Parks and Rec Department, the Convention and Visitors Bureau and Old Town Cape for their manpower and logistical assistance and to the local media for helping us get the word out. Finally, we would like to thank the car owners and spectators. We encourage them to come back next year.

Danny Essner, car show chairman,

River City Rodders