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MOUNT VERNON, IL (May 8, 2008) - In the midst of a hectic six week race schedule Gabi DiCarlo took a quick break to be the guest of honor at J.L. Buford Intermediate Center in Mount Vernon, Illinois. The Mount Vernon Police Department and Dare Officer Ray Gilbert were having the Graduation proceedings for over 250 city wide 5th grade students. The students had completed the DARE (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program and were being honored for pledging to a drug free life.

"I was as excited as the kids to have Gabi show up, we have been following her racing all season long", Said Officer Gilbert. "It was a real treat for the kids; I've never had such fantastic feedback before".

Gabi talked to the students about importance of staying drug free and the ability to follow their dreams, signed autographs and gave some special hugs to the enthusiastic young crowd.

"This is a real treat for me, you can see so much promise in these kids," said Gabi. "I can see why this school is considered one of the best in the state, they do a great job."

DiCarlo and the Great Clips Race Team will now turn their attention towards Kentucky Speedway and the running of the ARCA RE/MAX Series Drive Smart Buckle Up Kentucky 150, May 10th at 8:00pm. The team will return to Toyota power and chassis number 69 that DiCarlo piloted to her best finish (9th) earlier in the season at Kansas Speedway.

About Great Clips, Inc:

Great Clips was established in 1982 in Minneapolis. Today, Great Clips has more than 2,600 salons throughout the United States and Canada, making it the largest single-brand salon in North America. Great Clips salons employ nearly 30,000 stylists who receive ongoing training to learn advanced skills and the latest trends. Great Clips is your choice for competitively priced, high quality hair care for men, women and children. For more information about Great Clips, Inc. or to find a location near you please visit www.greatclips.com.

Lucas Oil is a product sponsor on Gabi's Toyota Camry. Lucas Oil Products was founded by Forrest Lucas and his wife Charlotte in 1989. Through innovative product research and development and aggressive marketing programs, Lucas has established itself as a top selling additive line. A premium line of oils, greases and problem solving additives has helped to firmly establish Lucas as a prominent figure in the automotive marketplace. For more information on Lucas Oil and all of their fine products please visit www.lucasoil.com