“Just the Good Ol’ News – Straight Outta Hazzard!”

🍂As the summer sun sets on another season, the leaves in Hazzard County are just starting to turn—but things are still heating up around here! From car shows and cast appearances to toe-tappin’ tunes at Cooter’s, September is packed with reasons to celebrate. So grab a glass of sweet tea, settle in, and catch up on all the latest from the world of The Dukes of Hazzard.🍂

🏁 Get Ready for Hazzard Run 2025 – October 4th!

The biggest Hazzard event of the year is back and bigger than ever! Mark your calendars for October 4, 2025 as the annual Hazzard Run roars to life—starting at Cooter’s in Luray, Virginia.

This celebration features:

🚗 The Hazzard Run Caravan
A full-on convoy of General Lees, Hazzard County patrol cars, and classic cars! Join the parade or cheer it on as it cruises through the scenic Shenandoah Valley.

🎶 Live Music & Entertainment
Enjoy Cooter's Garage Band, Southern hospitality, and family-friendly fun.

🖊️ Cast Meet & Greets
Meet Jeff Altman, Hughie Hogg himself!

👉 Full details and updates: cootersplace.com/hazzard-run

Y’all don’t want to miss it—this is Hazzard Nation at its finest!

🎂 Hazzard Birthdays – September Celebrations

Join us in wishing a big Hazzard-style Happy Birthday to these memorable cast and crew members:

Sept 3 – Terry Wilson (Norman Scroggs in "10 Million Dollar Sheriff")

Sept 9 – Don Stroud (Carl in "Carnival of Thrills")

Sept 9 – Tom Wopat, our very own Luke Duke – we’re raisin’ a glass of sweet tea to ya!

Sept 10 – Dennis Burkley (Bubba in "Find Loretta Lynn" and Mickey in "Strange Visitor To Hazzard")

Sept 16 – Morgan Woodward (Cassius Claiborne in the Dukes of Hazzard episode “Cool Hands, Luke and Bo” and Dempsey in "Mason Dixon's Girls")

Sept 24 – Paul Baxley, the master stunt coordinator who helped define the show's action

Sept 29 – Jerry Rushing, the real-life inspiration for the Duke boys
 

🎉 Let’s celebrate their legacies all month long. Got a favorite moment or memory of these folks? Hit reply and share it with us—we might feature it next time!

🕊️ Remembering Those We’ve Lost

This month, we pause to remember two beloved figures with ties to the world of Hazzard and Southern entertainment:

September 4 – Dottie West
A country music legend and guest on the show, Dottie brought her signature style and charm wherever she went. Gone but not forgotten.

September 6 – Burt Reynolds
Though not a part of the original Dukes cast, Burt played Boss Hogg in the 2005 movie and was a kindred spirit in the world of Southern stunt-filled TV and film. His legacy in action and comedy remains unmatched.

We honor their memory and the joy they brought to fans around the world. 💐

Fan Spotlight

This month's fan spotlight shines on Greg W. He writes:

I was able to see John (Bo) in November 1980 at the annual custom car show in Allentown, Pa. and Sorrell (Boss) at the same show in Nov. 1982.

Also, James (Roscoe) in August 2005, along with the "General" in Macungie, Pa.

What a treat to meet and greet these cast members! (And get autographs).

Sorrell, James, Denver, and now Rick are surely missed. What great talent!

A Dukes fan forever!

Can't we get it back on TV? What a loss.

Thank you for keeping the "Dukes of Hazzard" alive!

Greg W.
 

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