ARCA EXTENDS SANCTIONING AGREEMENT FOR 2021 WITH CRA, Midwest Tour

ARCA EXTENDS SANCTIONING AGREEMENT FOR 2021 WITH CRA, Midwest Tour

TEMPERANCE, MI—Officials from ARCA, the Champion Racing Association (CRA) and the ARCA Midwest Tour (AMT) have confirmed the extension of the organizations’ sanctioning relationship for 2021. Both CRA and the Midwest Tour...
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Happy New Year to all!  Look for our 2021 schedule very soon!...
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

From the staff of Flat Rock and Toledo Speedways, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!...
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FLAT ROCK/TOLEDO SPEEDWAY NEWS/NOTES—DECEMBER 22, 2020

FLAT ROCK/TOLEDO SPEEDWAY NEWS/NOTES—DECEMBER 22, 2020

We hope that you, your family and friends are safe and healthy as we near the Christmas holiday and New Year.  We hope that with the arrival of the vaccines that things can return to “normal” in the coming months. We have a...
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A LOOK BACK IN THE HISTORY OF FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY...

A LOOK BACK IN THE HISTORY OF FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY...

This Flat Rock Speedway poster is from the 1950's!  Check it out...racing Tuesday, Friday and Sunday nights!  Race time was called "Post" time, a term used in horse racing....
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REMEMBERING DEMPSEY APPERSON (updated 12-10-20)

REMEMBERING DEMPSEY APPERSON (updated 12-10-20)

Dempsey Apperson, a fixture at Flat Rock and Toledo Speedways, first as an ARCA Figure 8 driver and then as a car owner, passed away Friday, December 4 at the age of 76. Visitation will take place at the Rupp Funeral Home in...
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!

From the staff and management, Happy Thanksgiving to you, your family and friends.  Please stay safe, stay healthy, and give thanks.....enjoy!...
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FLAT ROCK/TOLEDO SPEEDWAY NEWS/NOTES—NOVEMBER 19, 2020

FLAT ROCK/TOLEDO SPEEDWAY NEWS/NOTES—NOVEMBER 19, 2020

First and foremost, we hope this note finds you, your family and friends safe and healthy.  The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continues its grip on everyone and every facet of our lives nation-wide. Despite this crisis, we will...
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FLAT ROCK AND TOLEDO SPEEDWAY GIFTS AVAILABLE!

FLAT ROCK AND TOLEDO SPEEDWAY GIFTS AVAILABLE!

Looking for that perfect gift for the racer on your list???  Santa Claus has Flat Rock and Toledo Speedway goodies that can fill those stockings now!  Choose from Flat Rock Season tickets, $25 gift cards (redeemable at either...
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VETERANS DAY

VETERANS DAY

To all our servicemen and women who have served our country, we say THANK YOU!  Thank a veteran on this special day….and every day.  ...
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2021 PLANS BEGIN FOR FLAT ROCK, TOLEDO

2021 PLANS BEGIN FOR FLAT ROCK, TOLEDO

October 20, 2020:  The staff and management of both tracks would like to send out a big “THANK YOU” to our sponsors, fans, race teams and officials as we struggled through this virus pandemic for the 2020 season. Flat Rock...
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BANDOLERO DRIVER JOEL SMITH CAPTURES EAST NATIONALS VICTORY

BANDOLERO DRIVER JOEL SMITH CAPTURES EAST NATIONALS VICTORY

You’ve all seen Joel Smith at Flat Rock Speedway in his #24 Bandolero car.  Joel, at just 10 years old, ventured to Charlotte Motor Speedway recently and won the Bandolero East Nationals. A resident of Temperance, MI, Joel...
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FLAT ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY FLEA MARKET CANCELLATION REMINDER

FLAT ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY FLEA MARKET CANCELLATION REMINDER

Just a reminder, due to the State of Michigan orders for the COVID-19 virus, the Sunday, October 4 Flat Rock Historical Society Flea Market held at Flat Rock Speedway has been cancelled.  This announcement was made August...
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TOLEDO SPEEDWAY APPROVED FOR FANS; THREE RACE SCHEDULE ON TAP

TOLEDO SPEEDWAY APPROVED FOR FANS; THREE RACE SCHEDULE ON TAP

NOTE:  Toledo Speedway has been approved to open with fans in the stands.  Please read on;  2020 Flat Rock season has been cancelled due to State of Michigan COVID-19 orders and guidelines. August 27, 2020:  Toledo Speedway...
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2020 FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY SEASON CANCELLED; TOLEDO DECISION BY AUGUST 24

2020 FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY SEASON CANCELLED; TOLEDO DECISION BY AUGUST 24

August 18, 2020: Putting a period on what has been a very challenging year for us all, we have arrived at the difficult decision to forgo our efforts to race at Flat Rock Speedway in 2020. With no relief from the restrictions...
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RON ALLEN TO BE INDUCTED AS PART OF 2020 CLASS OF MICHIGAN MOTORSPORTS HALL OF FAME

RON ALLEN TO BE INDUCTED AS PART OF 2020 CLASS OF MICHIGAN MOTORSPORTS HALL OF FAME

Word has been received that veteran driver Ron Allen will be inducted into the Michigan Motorsports Hall of Fame as part of the class of 2020.  Ron Allen grew up around race tracks.  His father, Archie, raced coupes in the...
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FLAT ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY FLEA MARKET CANCELLED

FLAT ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY FLEA MARKET CANCELLED

August 13, 2020:  Due to the State of Michigan orders for the COVID-19 virus, the Sunday, October 4 Flat Rock Historical Society Flea Market held at Flat Rock Speedway has been cancelled. We look forward to seeing everyone...
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FLAT ROCK-TOLEDO SPEEDWAY UPDATE—August 7, 2020

FLAT ROCK-TOLEDO SPEEDWAY UPDATE—August 7, 2020

As you know, there have been no changes from the States of Ohio and Michigan in the orders regarding the Coronavirus since our last update on July 31. The State of Ohio and the Lucas County Health Department have stated no...
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FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY UPDATE—JULY 31, 2020

FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY UPDATE—JULY 31, 2020

Flat Rock Speedway There have been no changes since our last update on July 16. The Governor of the State of Michigan announced that the area which includes Flat Rock Speedway would remain in Phase 4, which allows for a...
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REMEMBERING ALAN KENNEDY

REMEMBERING ALAN KENNEDY

Alan Kennedy, driver of the #80 ARCA Street Stock, passed away Monday, July 27 from injuries received in a tragic accident while being a spectator at a classic car cruise event. He was 49 years old. Visitation will be held...
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FLAT ROCK-TOLEDO SPEEDWAY UPDATE—JULY 16, 2020

FLAT ROCK-TOLEDO SPEEDWAY UPDATE—JULY 16, 2020

Flat Rock Speedway  There have been no changes since our last update on July 3. The Governor of the State of Michigan announced that the area which includes Flat Rock Speedway would remain in Phase 4, which allows for a...
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FLAT ROCK-TOLEDO SPEEDWAY UPDATE---JULY 2, 2020

FLAT ROCK-TOLEDO SPEEDWAY UPDATE---JULY 2, 2020

Flat Rock:  On June 30, the Governor of the State of Michigan announced that the area which includes Flat Rock Speedway would remain in Phase 4, which allows for a maximum gathering of 100.  The Monroe County Health...
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FLAT ROCK-TOLEDO SPEEDWAY UPDATE---JUNE 13, 2020

FLAT ROCK-TOLEDO SPEEDWAY UPDATE---JUNE 13, 2020

As of today, Saturday, June 13, no new information has been received from the States of Michigan and Ohio regarding race tracks and the possibility of re-opening. With that, we will cancel the Saturday, July 4 event at Flat...
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FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY UPDATE---JUNE 2, 2020

FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY UPDATE---JUNE 2, 2020

Based on Michigan Governor Executive Order 2020-110, the state has been moved to Stage 4 of the Michigan Safe Start Plan. As a result, Michigan residents are no longer required to stay home. Certain businesses and activities...
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SCHEDULE UPDATES FOR FLAT ROCK, TOLEDO CONTINUE WITH CANCELLATIONS

SCHEDULE UPDATES FOR FLAT ROCK, TOLEDO CONTINUE WITH CANCELLATIONS

May 29, 2020:  With the recently-announced Executive Orders to extend the “Stay Safe, Stay Home” until June 12 from the State of Michigan Governor’s office, and no further updates from the State of Ohio Governor’s office,...
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FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY TO HOST SOUTHGATE ANDERSON GRADUATION CELEBRATION

FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY TO HOST SOUTHGATE ANDERSON GRADUATION CELEBRATION

Flat Rock, MI-The 2020 graduating class of Southgate Anderson High School will celebrate their graduation at Flat Rock Speedway Wednesday evening, June 10 at 6:30 p.m.  In case of inclement weather, the event will move to...
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2019 ARCA MENARDS SERIES RACES ON MAV TV MARATHON!
FLAT ROCK’S JUNE 20 ARCA/CRA RACE CANCELED; DATE MOVES TO ANDERSON, IN.

FLAT ROCK’S JUNE 20 ARCA/CRA RACE CANCELED; DATE MOVES TO ANDERSON, IN.

Flat Rock, MI—Due to the State of Michigan restrictions in place and the uncertainty  from the COVID-19 virus, Flat Rock Speedway management and the ARCA/CRA Super Series officials have mutually agreed to cancel the June 20...
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SCHEDULE UPDATES FOR FLAT ROCK, TOLEDO; PRIVATE TESTING APPROVED TO BEGIN

SCHEDULE UPDATES FOR FLAT ROCK, TOLEDO; PRIVATE TESTING APPROVED TO BEGIN

May 14, 2020:  With the recently-announced Executive Orders to extend the “Stay Safe, Stay Home” until May 28 from both Michigan and Ohio Governor’s offices, and most importantly taking into account the health and safety of...
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REMEMBERING BUTCH CLARK

REMEMBERING BUTCH CLARK

Arnold “Butch” James Clark, a fixture at Flat Rock Speedway, passed away May 5, 2020 at the Villa at the City Center Nursing Home in Warren, MI.  He was 77. Butch had a great passion for racing and was part of the team of...
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