When The Weather Channel tells me the forecast for Sparta, Ky., is not looking too kind for NASCAR this weekend, I look to closer motorsports activities.
TWC says this: "Showers early then scattered thunderstorms developing later in the day. High around 75F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50%."
What that tells me is as the day goes along toward that nightime Quaker State 400, rain is likely. Let's not forget, when I went to the Daytona 500, it rained out for the first time ever. In Charlotte earlier this year, there were afternoon showers before the All Star Challenge. A few years ago at the spring Bristol race, we endured a snow delay.
My belief is, if I don't go, there is a better chance of getting the race in.
So, I'll hang close to home. Here are the weekend activities, and another looking toward the July 4th holiday.
That July 4th race in Portsmouth, Ohio, will be of special interest to racefans in the Tri-State. Local favorite, Ashland resident, Steve Francis, is schneduled for the Lucas Oil dirt series that night.
Let's all get out and show him our support!
Weekend of June 28 - 30
Friday, June 28
Covered Bridge Car Club Cruise-In - Perry Morris Square, Milton, W.Va.; 5 p.m. to dusk. No registration. 304-743-5321 or 304-654-0745.
Ole Car Club of Gallpolis, Ohio, WalMart Cruise In - WalMart parking lot on Eastern Avenue, 5 to 9 p.m. Registration: donations accepted; music, door prizes, 50/50 drawing. Net profits donated to local charities. No alcohol allowed. 740-446-0643 dhively@att.net or 740-446-4064 lewis02@yahoo.com.
Saturday, June 29
Jackson County (Ohio) Speedway - Dan Reno Memorial which will feature the AMRA modifieds this year paying Mods $2222 to win along with the return of the OVSCA Sprint Cars to Jackson County Speedway. Gates open 4 p.m.; 12-inch coolers allowed. Admission $12 adults, $10 seniors, free for children 12 and younger. www. http://jacksoncospeedway.com/
Thursday, July 4
Portsmouth (Ohio) Raceway Park - Lucas Oil Late Models $10,000 to win. Admission adults $12, (age 16 and up), ages 12-15 $5, ages 7-11 $2, and age 6 and under free. Gates open 4 p.m., hot laps at 6:30 p.m., racing begins at 7:30 p.m. www.portsraceway.com.
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