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“Hammers & Hotrods” car show rolls into Fort Walton Beach, supporting local construction students

The "Hammers & Hotrods" event aims to raise funds for construction curriculum and scholarships in Okaloosa and Walton counties, showcasing classic cars while supporting educational initiatives.

Jared Williams

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The Building Industry Association of Okaloosa & Walton Counties (BIAOW) Foundation is set to host its annual “Hammers & Hotrods” car show on September 28, 2024, at Okaloosa Technical College.

The event, which combines classic cars with a charitable cause, will open for registration at 8 a.m., with the main show beginning at 10 a.m. Early bird tickets are available for $25, with prices increasing to $35 after September 26.

Proceeds from the car show will support the BIAOW Foundation’s efforts to promote construction curriculum in local schools and provide scholarships to students pursuing careers in the building industry.

The venue for the event is Okaloosa Technical College, located at 1976 Lewis Turner Blvd., Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547.

Interested participants and attendees can find more information by contacting the organizers at 850-863-5107, emailing jgf@biaow.org, or visiting www.biaow.org.

The “Hammers & Hotrods” show represents an opportunity for car enthusiasts to enjoy a day out while contributing to educational initiatives in the construction field.

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