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August 22, 2008

NASCAR Veterans Weigh In On Cheating
NASCAR Veterans Weigh In On Cheating

“You can’t tinker with the cars anymore,” Tiller said. “It’s just like [NASCAR] is selling you a car and you have to run it as-is. The only thing you can do is maybe the change the springs.”

Little, Spake Make TV History As Broadcast Duo
Little, Spake Make TV History As Broadcast Duo

“I don’t think that we necessarily deal with anything that a male reporter wouldn’t, honestly,”

Dr. Jerry Punch, The Voice Of NASCAR
Dr. Jerry Punch, The Voice Of NASCAR

Punch has worked in the pits. He’s roamed the sidelines. And his honest voice, confident tone and I-love-what-I’m-doing attitude shine in a television world filled to the brim with talking heads.

Grand Marshal Paula Deen Halts Press Conference To Meet NASCAR Legend Bobby Allison
Grand Marshal Paula Deen Halts Press Conference To Meet NASCAR Legend Bobby Allison

Food Network cooking sensation Paula Deen, who is the Grand Marshal of the Food City 250, interrupted her news conference with a squeal of delight when she learned the legendary driver was in the press box. 

BMS Noon Preview for Food City 250 Race
BMS Noon Preview for Food City 250 Race

The action is revving up around the Bristol Motor Speedway. 

Family Fun Night Is Part Of ‘The Bristol Experience’
Family Fun Night Is Part Of ‘The Bristol Experience’

Three buddies intent on seeing their first race at Bristol Motor Speedway chided each other Thursday as they walked down State Street celebrating the fact they’d finally made it.

Dogs Catching Ultimate Air Are Fan Favorite
Dogs Catching Ultimate Air Are Fan Favorite

They’re not race drivers, country music stars or a bevy of beauties representing a NACAR sponsor.

BMS Fans Consume Tons Of Food During Race Weekend
BMS Fans Consume Tons Of Food During Race Weekend

Feeding more than 160,000 race fans is no easy task.

Right At Home, No Matter What The Car
Right At Home, No Matter What The Car

Kenseth sets a mean pace in go-karts


August 21, 2008

Still A Favorite
Still A Favorite

Junior Johnson draws a crowd at Pit Row Wine and Liquor

Toyota’s Impact on NASCAR Continues to Expand
Toyota’s Impact on NASCAR Continues to Expand

“The king of the hill is Kyle Busch and Toyota. And I perceive, maybe the only thing that could ever rally the General Motors, the Ford, the Chrysler fans together, is they want somebody to gang up and beat that Toyota.”

Bristol Motor Speedway Is A Favorite Of Grassroots Racers
Bristol Motor Speedway Is A Favorite Of Grassroots Racers

Linton Perry was in his personal heaven.
While other bystanders sought the comfort of earplugs and seats, Perry walked closer to the action.

The 49-year-old Weber City, Va., resident was eager for a full dose of the sights, smells and sounds from the holy grail of short track racing.

The Kyle Busch Show Could Include An Historic Triple At Bristol Motor Speedway
The Kyle Busch Show Could Include An Historic Triple At Bristol Motor Speedway

Moments after winning Wednesday’s O’Reilly 200 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race, Kyle Busch cupped a hand to his ear to determine the fan response.
The reaction from the Bristol Motor Speedway stands was decidedly mixed. And that’s news.

NASCAR Pioneers Share Their Stories
NASCAR Pioneers Share Their Stories

Travis Tiller and his courageous friends had stories to tell Thursday morning.
Their tales were fascinating, heroic and even tragic.

Food City Family Race Night Funds Another Worthy Cause
Food City Family Race Night Funds Another Worthy Cause

Food City Family Race Night funds worthy causes every year. This year funds will go to the Birthplace of Country Music Alliance. 

Abingdon Racer Makes Transition From Nationwide Series To Hooters Pro Cup Series
Abingdon Racer Makes Transition From Nationwide Series To Hooters Pro Cup Series

The numbers just made sense for Caleb Holman.

After making five starts in the NASCAR Nationwide Series since 2003, the 24-year-old Abingdon resident has found an affordable and competitive niche in the Hooters Pro Cup Series with the Abingdon-based Henderson Motorsports team.

Special Section: Kyle Busch Vs. NASCAR, Or Why To A Grow A Mustache
Special Section: Kyle Busch Vs. NASCAR, Or Why To A Grow A Mustache

The scene has become familiar. In fact, it has become painfully familiar to many members of the passionate NASCAR family. 

Special Section: Earnhardt Jr. Grows Up, Finds New Level Of Comfort
Special Section: Earnhardt Jr. Grows Up, Finds New Level Of Comfort

No day at the track is ever routine for Dale Earnhardt, Jr.

Special Section: Byrd, Smith Guide Bristol Motor Speedway In Tough Economy
Special Section: Byrd, Smith Guide Bristol Motor Speedway In Tough Economy

“This is possibly the most-interesting period we’ve been through,” said Jeff Byrd, Bristol Motor Speedway president and general manager. “The combination of gas prices, the economy, NASCAR in general, [has] made it the most-challenging time that we’ve been through.”

Special Section: BMS Is More Than Just A Track For Its Employees
Special Section: BMS Is More Than Just A Track For Its Employees

The long-running success story of Bristol Motor Speedway has reached almost mythical dimensions.

Special Section: Edwards Has Spent His Life Driving Toward One Goal
Special Section: Edwards Has Spent His Life Driving Toward One Goal

What Carl Edwards is doing should not be a surprise. 

Special Section: NASCAR’S Big-Money World Leaves Some In The Cold
Special Section: NASCAR’S Big-Money World Leaves Some In The Cold

Eric McClure can be excused for feeling a tad lonely on weekends.

Special Section: Small-Track Magic Drives Bristol
Special Section: Small-Track Magic Drives Bristol

And when the roar of the engines has long been drowned out by the soothing burble of Beaver Creek, the BMS disciples still come to walk, sit, pay and look. 

Special Section: Smoke Builds For Stewart, But Where’s The Fire?
Special Section: Smoke Builds For Stewart, But Where’s The Fire?

NASCAR nation’s favorite bad boy would make the cut for the Chase if the season ended today.

Trackside Looks Inside Food City Family Race Night
Trackside Looks Inside Food City Family Race Night

Your Tri-Cities News Source is moving full speed ahead for Food City Family Race Night.

Downtown Bristol Welcomes Fans With Race Night
Downtown Bristol Welcomes Fans With Race Night

NASCAR drivers, live music, show cars, simulators, food and fun games await those who attend today’s annual Food City Family Race Night on State Street in downtown Bristol. 

Little Rain Chance Predicted For Races
Little Rain Chance Predicted For Races

Jackie Bezina dodged Tropical Storm Fay when she left her Central Florida home last Saturday to travel to Bristol for race week.

Kyle Busch Grabs Truck Series Win at BMS
Kyle Busch Grabs Truck Series Win at BMS

The Kyle Busch victory tour rolls on. VIDEO highlights of the race and reaction from Jimmie Johnson and Kyle Busch. 


August 20, 2008

Abingdon Resident Caleb Holman Earns First Pro Cup Victory
Abingdon Resident Caleb Holman Earns First Pro Cup Victory

Caleb Holman could be forgiven for taking some extra time on his victory lap Wednesday night. VIDEO highlights from the race and an interview with Caleb Holman in victory lane. 

Back Where It Belongs

Stewart agrees that No. 4 should stay with Morgan-McClure team

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