Hellewell becomes first inductee in Moses Lake Demo Derby Hall of Fame
Vern Hellewell stands between Miss Moses Lake Roundup Kaylee Stump and Miss Coulee City Last Stand Rodeo’s Eryne Anderson after receiving his plaque honoring him as the first Hall of Fame inductee for the Moses Lake Demo Derby.
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Vern Hellewell is surrounded by family and friends after receiving his award and being inducted into the Moses Lake Demo Derby Hall of Fame. He said one of his main goals has been to teach the next generation of demo drivers and mechanics and form bonds with the community that has been built over the years.
One of the yellow cars built by Hard Rock Farm Demo Crew driving through a heat race during the Moses Lake Demo Derby. Hellewell said he and the crew at Hard Rock Farm work to ensure there are always plenty of cars for the demo derby every year.
During one of the earlier races on the second day of the demo derby, Vern Hellewell had the honor to raise the checkered flag declaring the winner of the race. Alongside the demo derby, Hellewell has been involved in many other community services including the Watch DOGS program at Peninsula Elementary.
MOSES LAKE – During the second day of the Demo Derby, the Moses Lake Round Up organization honored Vern Hellewell as the first inductee into the Moses Lake Demo Derby Hall of Fame. Hellewell said he has been participating in the event since it first started at the fairgrounds.
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