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Page 16 - SEPTEMBER 15, 2016 - MaRTEnSvillE MESSEngER Complete Automotive and Tire Service Centre Open 8-5:30 Monday - Friday Accredited 306.975.2140 Another Successful Martensville A&W Race Weekend 109 Centennial Dr. North, Martensville Tyler Janzen, Martensville Messenger Saturday, September 10th was the annual Martensville A&W Show and Shine in preparation for the Martensville A&W Valley Street Stock 100 invitational at the Wyant Group Raceway in Saskatoon that evening. The Show and Shine started out with many of the racers displaying their cars around the Martensville A&W where they had breakfast and were able to converse with the multiple fans. By noon the race cars were gone and the classics and tuners were lined up along Centennial Drive. Over 150 cars participated in the Show and Shine, breaking the record set last year. The Show and Shine is a staple in Martensville and every year hundreds of people show up to look at the beautiful cars that owners have spent countless hours on making them sparkle, shine, go really fast, and basically look as if they are fresh off the showroom floor (until you look under the hood anyway). It was a gorgeous day to walk down Centennial Drive as the sun was beaming, which made the cars look that much prettier. At around three o’clock it was time to get the cars home and all that was left behind was the sweet smell of gasoline and the occasional tire mark on the road. Once all the cars were tucked away safely, it was time to head to the Wyant Group Raceway for the longest race of the season, 100 laps. There were a few heat races before the main event. The top four qualifying times would face off in the trophy dash which was won by car #81 driven by Curtis Houben. The main event was a 100 lap race and since there is no true pits at the raceway the drivers would stop after 50 laps to fuel up. It was at this point that Houben and his Camaro were in the lead. He would continue to lead when the weather changed and the caution flag came out. After a brief delay of about two minutes the track was deemed dry enough to race and Houben continued to lead for about 9 laps. It was then the skies really opened up and the race could not go on. However, since the racers had completed over 50% of their laps, the race was called as complete with 24 laps to go. Curtis Houben (#81) took first place followed closely by Kevin McIaggen (#63) in second and Mike Rea (#18) in third place. Once again, the Martensville A&W Valley Street Stock 100 did not disappoint, and despite the weather, race fans left satisfied. The Martensville & District Lions Club were responsible for gathering sponsors for the event, and would like to thank all of the sponsors that signed up for the Martensville A&W Valley Street Stock 100. “This will be an ongoing event with the Lions Club providing sponsors. Without them, this event wouldn’t be as much of a success. We would love to have sponsors on board for next year. ” Maria Fowler stated. ABOVE: Centennial Drive in Martensville was full of cars and admiring people for the annual Show and Shine. (Marcy Cross) ABOVE: The stands were full at Wyant Group Raceway for the Martensville A&W Valley Street Stock 100. (Shanine Sealey) Sell your lawnmower and grab your passport. It’s time to enjoy the carefree lock-and-leave lifestyle that comes with condo living. ABOVE: Fans of all ages were excited to see the A&W Rootbear. (Shanine Sealey) Starting at $190,920 Aspen Parke’s two-bedroom suites are designed for adult living with a variety of floor plans and sizes to choose from. Enjoy the lock-and-leave condo lifestyle… • Concrete floors provide superior sound and fire proofing • Comprehensive fire sprinkler system throughout • Heated, secure, groundlevel parkade • Spacious balconies to enjoy park views • Easily accessible private storage room(s) 135 Beaudry Crescent - Martensville FREE VACATION When you purchase your new condo at Aspen Parke Estates between September 1 and December 1, you’ll receive A TWO-WEEK TRIP FOR TWO ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD! Once your bags are packed, you’ll leave with the peace of mind that comes with the convenient, low-maintenance lifestyle condo living affords. Trip value: $6000. Contact sales agent Rob Friesen at Boyes Group Realty for more information or to arrange a viewing: [email protected] [phone] www.spanwest.com 135 Beaudry Crescent - Martensville