MERCY SAKES ALIVE!
We have confirmed the venue for the
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Burt "the Bandit" Reynolds Memorial Event.
On Saturday evening, September 29th, we are planning a
FREE CONCERT
for CDL Holders at 8pm, and will play the "Smokey & the Bandit" 1977 movie in the background in the Texarkana Convention Center Ballroom (they advise have sufficient truck parking).
There will be a cash bar. If you consume alcohol, please do so in accordance with 49 CFR 392.5.
You may sleep on the premises in your sleeper berth or reserve a room at the Hilton, which is on the convention center grounds, by calling the hotel directly before Wed., Sept 19th at (903) 792-1065 and referencing the
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Burt Reynolds tribute event. Group rate: $99.
On Sunday, at Noon, participating trucks will line up and we will embark on a special Memorial Procession from Texarkana to Atlanta to re-enact the Bandit's journey for those who wish to pay their last respects to Burt Reynolds and make this historic trip. Texarkana Parade Permit Pending.
We expect significant media interest in this event once our press release is issued.
A sponsorship application to Coors is pending. We have other sponsorships available as well for companies offering products and services to truckers. Email
James@Truckers.com
for info.
Watch for changes to this event description.
CONVOY DISCLAIMER
: Please drive safely while in the caravan. Please avoid unsafe convoy-like driving practices. Please do not tailgate. Allow space in between vehicles so that you may stop in time if you need to and so you can always see the road in front of you. Please do not interfere with traffic entering or exiting the highways. Please make changes in speed and direction carefully and slowly. In participating in the procession, you agree that
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is not liable for any damages to persons or property and you or your carrier are solely responsible for the safe operation, condition, and insurance of your commercial motor vehicle and compliance with all Federal, state and local laws and regulations. In indicating your attendance, you hereby agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless
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and its sponsors and affiliates, and their respective agents, officers, employees, partners, members, directors and shareholders, from and against all losses by reason of injury to any person or property occurring at the convention center, hotel, and/or during the procession arising from, related to, or in any way connected with the use or occupancy of the hotel, convention center or the highways.
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