Help Honor An American Hero At 2009 CMA Music Awards

Chevy, the official ride of country music, is encouraging families and friends of our military servicemen and women to support an inspirational salute to America's Heroes at www.youreverydayhero.com.  Chevy has chosen 5 finalists whose stories submitted by loved ones have best demonstrated the military spirit of overcoming obstacles, inspiring others and positively impacting their country and community.  The promotion culminates during the "43rd Annual CMA Awards" on November 11th, live on the ABC Television Network where the winning serviceman or woman and family will attend the awards.

The public is encouraged to visit www.youreverydayhero.com to view the outstanding story of each finalist and then vote on which story most inspires them.  Those that go online to vote will be entered into a sweepstakes for a chance to win a VIP trip for two to a 2010 NASCAR race.

"As the driver of the No. 88 AMP Energy/National Guard Chevy, I've had the opportunity to meet many of the military heroes risking their lives every day to protect our freedom. It's an honor for me to participate in this program. I think this is an awesome way to pay tribute to those men and women," said Dale Earnhardt Jr."

The promotion will culminate at the 2009 CMA Awards in Nashville, Tenn. on November 11th when the winning service member and his or her family will attend the show and get the opportunity to meet Dale Earnhardt Jr.  The CMA Awards will be broadcast live from the Sommet Center in Nashville, Wednesday, Nov.11 (8:00-11:00 PM/ET) on the ABC Television Network.

About CMA Awards:
The 43rd Annual CMA Awards will be broadcast live from the Sommet Center in Nashville, Wednesday, Nov.11 (8:00-11:00 PM/ET) on the ABC Television Network. Reigning CMA Male and Female Vocalist of the Year Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood return for a second year to host County Music's Biggest Night.