– Huntingtons 5K Run-Walk surpases goal – photos

Update…

Jamestown (CSi) The goal for the 5th Annual car show, and 5K walk/run in memory of Dan Wilhelm was to raise $11,750.00. Steve Jaskoviak says, $21,162.00 was raised for Huntington’s Disease Society. He passes along kudos to all those who donated. Special thank you to the businesses that donated and all the participants in the show & 5k walk/run!

The Wilhelm’s say they are overwhelmed by the generosity of contributors, both individuals and businessed from around the community and region.

152 Cars & Trucks. 17 Bikes. The “RUMBLER” will have all the facts & Pics from the show

Previously…

Jamestown (CSi) The “Dan Wilhelm Memorial Car and Bike Show,” featuring the James Valley Street Machines Car Club, was held at Don Wilhelm, Chevrolet, Buick, GMC in Jamestown Sat Sept 26, 2015. It commemorates the late Dan Wilhelm. Funds will also be raised to support the Huntington’s Disease Society of America, with a 5K Run/Walk.

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Dan Wilhelm was a co-owner of Wilhelm Chevrolet Buick GMC and lost his life to Huntington’s Disease at the age of 55, on November 11, 2012. All proceeds from the event will go to Huntington’s Disease Society of America.

Last year the event raised over $10,000.

Guests on Tuesday’s Wayne Byers Show on CSi Cable 2, were James Valley Street Machines member Tom Ravely and from the club, the event organizer, and Wilhelm’s dealership, Business Manger, Steve “Skovy” Jaskoviak.

The benefit 5K Run/Walk, will have, day of registration, from 7-a.m., to 8-a.m., with the run from 8-a.m., to 10-a.m., starting at the dealership. Registration is now Adults $25, Youth 12 and under $20, and Seniors 60 and over $20. Pre-registrations are still be accepted.

For more information on the run and registration, contact Chantelle Wilhelm at 701-320-8675 xt 113.

Run/Walk Prizes will be given out for the Largest Family, and Largest Business Team.

Several local businesses have donated money toward Huntington’s Disease Society of America, amounting so far to $7,000.

At this year’s event the James Valley Street Machines has donated a 1971 Honda Scrambler that is completely restored. Raffle tickets are $10 each, for the bike valued at $4,000.

In addition, The Shed in Warroad, Minnesota will have on hand two Real Deal 1969, Yenko Chevrolets on display. Also on display will be a new 2014 Yenko Camaro, from Bismarck.

A vote for a favorite vehicle is a free will donaton, with the proceeds going to the Huntington’s Disease Society of America, votes will be tabulated at 1-p.m.

Awards…

Plaques and cash awards this year are for both cars/trucks and bikes:

1^st Place Show Stopper Judged $250

2^nd Place Show Stopper Judged $150

3^rd Place Show Stopper Judged $75

1^st Place Peoples Choice $150

2^nd Place Peoples Choice $100

3^rd Place Peoples Choice $50

Best Rat Rod $150

Owners Choice $50

Wilhelm’s is providing the cash awards, and Stutsman Harley Davidson is matching the dollars for the motorcycle awards.

Don Wilhelm’s will also have car prints for a donation.

A cure is yet to be found, as Huntington’s disease is an inherited brain disorder that results in the progressive loss of mental faculties and physical control.

An individual who has been diagnosed with Huntington’s disease will eventually die from pneumonia, heart failure or other complications.