07/18/2026
π Winner Spotlight β Best Truck Pre-1980 & Best of Show π
We've reached our final Winner Spotlight, and it's only fitting that we finish by recognizing the recipient of not one, but two of the event's most prestigious awards!
A huge congratulations to Chris Thiessen, whose 1955 Chev 1/2 Ton earned both:
π Best Truck Pre-1980
Sponsored by Nutrien AG Solutions
π Best of Show
Sponsored by Trophy Loft
Winning a class award is an incredible achievement. Taking home Best of Show as well is a testament to the outstanding quality, craftsmanship, and pride that Chris has put into his truck. To be recognized by both the judges and the event as the standout vehicle of the entire show is truly something special.
Our sincere thanks to Nutrien AG Solutions and Trophy Loft for sponsoring these prestigious awards and for helping us celebrate the passion and dedication that make the Russell Barnes Memorial Show & Shine such a special event.
Finally, thank you to everyone who has followed along with our Winner Spotlight series over the past several weeks. We hope you've enjoyed celebrating each of our deserving winners as much as we enjoyed hosting them.
To all of our participants, sponsors, volunteers, spectators, and community supporters -thank you for making the 2026 Russell Barnes Memorial Show & Shine such an incredible success. We can't wait to do it all again next year!
Congratulations once again, Chris! ππππ