It is with a mighty heavy heart that I share this next bit of news.  After several weeks of struggle and soul-searching, I have decided to step aside as Publications Editor of the AHRMA MAG.  This was a tough decision.  I retired from my daily eight-to-five three years ago after 35 years of weekly travel across this country.  My wife, Sheri, wants me ‘retired,’ and I agree with her.  When you reach ‘the ol’ home stretch of life,’ eventually you realize your days to do those things retirees do are numbered, so I’ll head on into the coming years ready to complete my bucket list.  I have really enjoyed my role here at the AHRMA MAG, providing pages full of moto substance.  I consider it a privilege to be in this position, rearranging apostrophes and commas, recreating each event, and filling the pages with special interest and racing-related content.  I could not have pulled this off without the help of Kevin McIntosh and Steph Vetterly, and I thank you both for your contributions and teamwork.  The Mag is in good hands with Steph behind the handlebars.  Thanks to Cindy McLean for her guidance and providing the glue that keeps the whole ‘behind the scenes’ AHRMA machine intact.  Special thanks to all those who have faithfully contributed articles and photos and a big thank you to all the members who have commented on the AHRMA MAG.  Your feedback has left a warm spot in my heart that will endure.  Now where’s my box of Kleenex?

~Joe Koury

AHRMA would like to thank Joe Koury for his significant contributions to and professional development of the AHRMA MAG among other print and online media.  The time, work, and skills that Joe applied over the years built our distribution, professional production, and sponsorship appeal of our AHRMA Mag in ways that can’t all be measured.  Joe has given countless hours and set a new standard for club racing publications – bar none.  Joe, THANK YOU for your guidance and sharing, and for making our team better prepared to carry this legacy forward into the future.  We will do you proud, and we may tap your knowledge occasionally as well.

Craig Grantham
AHRMA Executive Director