Former racecar driver from Taylor to receive kidney from nephew

Former racecar driver from Taylor to receive kidney from nephew

By Andrea Blum, The News-Herald Jerry Lee is used to living an adventurous life.

The Taylor resident spent years as a racecar driver with the Automobile Racing Club of America, zooming around tracks at the Flat Rock...
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THROW-BACK THURSDAY!  February 11, 2016

THROW-BACK THURSDAY! February 11, 2016

Monroe, MI driver Steve Bunge stands by his Mopar in 1974 at Flat Rock Speedway. Bunge's career began as a weekly racer, owning and driving his own car with the help of his family. With a great deal of experience, Steve...
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THROWBACK THURSDAY!  March 3, 2016

THROWBACK THURSDAY! March 3, 2016

Some 40 years ago, 1976 to be exact, Parker Wade holds the checkered flag after a victory at Flat Rock Speedway in the #22 Figure 8 machine. Wade has 9 feature wins to his credit at "The Rock", including the victory in the...
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 TOLEDO SPEEDWAY WEEKEND ON-TRACK ACTIVITIES CANCELLED (3-31-16)

TOLEDO SPEEDWAY WEEKEND ON-TRACK ACTIVITIES CANCELLED (3-31-16)

Toledo Speedway Bar & Grill 13th Annual Racer Reunion, Other Activities Still On As weekend forecast temperatures range from lows in the 20s to highs in the 40s with wind and rain/snow mix also expected, track officials...
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FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY BANDOLERO MEETING SET FOR AUGUST 29

FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY BANDOLERO MEETING SET FOR AUGUST 29

The first informational meeting regarding the Bandolero Series for the 2018 season at Flat Rock Speedway will be held Tuesday, August 29 at 6 p.m. ALL interested parties must make a reservation to attend by calling Scott...
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DISCOUNT TIRE ARCA LATE MODEL GOLD CUP ENTRIES NOW READY; B MAIN ADDED

DISCOUNT TIRE ARCA LATE MODEL GOLD CUP ENTRIES NOW READY; B MAIN ADDED

(Toledo, Ohio - April 24, 2014) - The Discount Tire ARCA Late Model Glass City Gold Cup Series entry blanks are now available.

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Independent Allen 3rd on all-time ARCA win list; Joy Fair 100 next

Independent Allen 3rd on all-time ARCA win list; Joy Fair 100 next

(TOLEDO, Ohio – May 23, 2014) – It’s hard to imagine a big show at Toledo or Flat Rock Speedway without Ron Allen in the line-up. Allen, himself, is beginning to contemplate the possibility of that very scenario.

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VICTORY LANE QUICK OIL CHANGE RETURNS TO BACK FIGURE 8’S

VICTORY LANE QUICK OIL CHANGE RETURNS TO BACK FIGURE 8’S

Flat Rock, MI—February 14, 2017: Flat Rock and Toledo Speedway management is proud to announce the return of Victory Lane Quick Oil Change at the title sponsor of the ARCA Figure 8 division for the 2017 season. Victory Lane...
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Discount Tire to support ARCA 5-race late model Gold Cup Series in 2014

Discount Tire to support ARCA 5-race late model Gold Cup Series in 2014

(TOLEDO, Ohio - March 1, 2014) - The 5-race ARCA Late Model Gold Cup Series will carry the name of Discount Tire as the Title Sponsor for the 2014 season.  This is the initial involvement of the national tire retailer on the short track level.

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Trackside Tidbits by Debi Domby
FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY THROWBACK THURSDAY

FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY THROWBACK THURSDAY

Wow, check this #71 car out! That is the Carolina Flash, Royce Cornett, posing with his #71 Figure 8 machine at Flat Rock Speedway. Royce would later on move to the Late Model class, where he collected 28 wins at “The...
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THROWBACK THURSDAY—JANUARY 21, 2016

THROWBACK THURSDAY—JANUARY 21, 2016

The fabulous Figure 8 division back in 1969! This is Bobby Rouston in action at Flat Rock in his #1. Bobby would later run the #26 in the Late Model class. These were the days before firesuits and much of the safety equipment...
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REMEMBERING EUGENE LINDAHL

REMEMBERING EUGENE LINDAHL

Eugene “Gene” Lindahl of Jackson, MI, passed away Friday, September 4, 2015 at the age of 93. Gene was the father of Flat Rock and Toledo Speedway announcer Gary Lindahl. Gene was a Navy veteran of WW II. He retired from...
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PELLETIER-SCHUSTER-PANKOW-LOVING ICE FLAT ROCK WINS

PELLETIER-SCHUSTER-PANKOW-LOVING ICE FLAT ROCK WINS

Flat Rock, MI—May 23, 2015: Sunshine and crystal-clear blue skies greeted a good crowd and a large group of kids for the Kid’s Night promotion Saturday at Flat Rock Speedway. Children 12 and under were admitted free and...
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STAHL FAB HARD CHARGER AWARD BATTLE HEATS UP AT FLAT ROCK

STAHL FAB HARD CHARGER AWARD BATTLE HEATS UP AT FLAT ROCK

With 4 races in, the battle for the newly-created Stahl Fab Hard Charger Award for the ARCA DTS Drive Train Specialists Street Stock class at Flat Rock Speedway could see some changes as the division competes in its biggest...
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REMEMBERING BOB HEBESTREIT

REMEMBERING BOB HEBESTREIT

Bob “Hebie” Hebestreit, long time ARCA Official at Flat Rock and Toledo Speedways and on the ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards tour, died Friday Nov. 6. “Hebie” had a broad background in racing, starting with his...
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FLAT ROCK READY FOR JET’S PIZZA OPENER SATURDAY

FLAT ROCK READY FOR JET’S PIZZA OPENER SATURDAY

(Flat Rock, Michigan - April 24, 2014) - Just 7 days ago, Flat Rock Speedway’s Joy Fair grandstand was covered with a sheet of ice from the melting snow of the storm 2 days prior.  

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FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Enduro 250, Midwest Classic Racers (MCR) Dwarf Cars, Vintage Racing Organization of America (VROA) Modifieds

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$159 BONUS POSTED TO LAPS LED LEADER FOR JOY FAIR MEMORIAL;  LAP MONEY SPONSORSHIP STILL AVAILABLE

$159 BONUS POSTED TO LAPS LED LEADER FOR JOY FAIR MEMORIAL; LAP MONEY SPONSORSHIP STILL AVAILABLE

(Flat Rock, Michigan—May 21, 2014): To long-time race fans, track officials, car owners, drivers and mechanics, the memories of Joy Fair and his accomplishments, not to mention his ever-present smile and good nature, are special.

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David Ragan ready to compete in ARCA CRA 7-Up 125 at Flat Rock Speedway August 16

David Ragan ready to compete in ARCA CRA 7-Up 125 at Flat Rock Speedway August 16

(TOLEDO, Ohio – July 15, 2014) – NASCAR Sprint Cup Series veteran David Ragan is planning some good old-fashioned short-track fun around his scheduled visit to Michigan Int’l Speedway (MIS) in mid-August.

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ENDURO CHAMPIONSHIP, LEGENDS, DWARFS, BANDALEROS  TO WRAP UP FLAT ROCK SEASON

ENDURO CHAMPIONSHIP, LEGENDS, DWARFS, BANDALEROS TO WRAP UP FLAT ROCK SEASON

(Flat Rock, MI—September 10, 2014): Flat Rock Speedway’s final race of 2014 will feature 4 divisions of race cars Saturday night, September 13.

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Toledo Speedway Schedule of Events

Toledo Speedway Schedule of Events

Toledo and Flat Rock Speedways schedule of events.  

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CHAPLAIN JERRY STEWART HOSPITALIZED

CHAPLAIN JERRY STEWART HOSPITALIZED

Word has been received that Flat Rock/Toledo Speedway chaplain Jerry Stewart has suffered a stroke. Jerry is at Oakwood Southshore Hospital in Trenton, MI. Bonnie Stewart, Jerry’s wife, reports that Jerry will be at the...
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SNAP-ON TOOLS BONUSES FOR LATE MODEL SPORTSMAN AND FIGURE 8’S SATURDAY!

SNAP-ON TOOLS BONUSES FOR LATE MODEL SPORTSMAN AND FIGURE 8’S SATURDAY!

Flat Rock, MI—June 19, 2015: Snap-On Tools, celebrating its 95th Anniversary this year, will return to Flat Rock Speedway Saturday, June 20 and will post bonuses for both the ARCA Praxair Figure 8 division and the ARCA...
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FLAT ROCK, TOLEDO BANQUET TICKETS NOW ON SALE

FLAT ROCK, TOLEDO BANQUET TICKETS NOW ON SALE

September 2, 2015: Tickets for the annual Flat Rock-Toledo Speedway awards banquet are now available. The order form is located under forms on the home page for both track’s websites. Each track office also has the order...
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RACER’S REUNION, MARFC MEETING THIS SATURDAY AT TOLEDO

RACER’S REUNION, MARFC MEETING THIS SATURDAY AT TOLEDO

TOLEDO, OH—March 17, 2015: The Toledo Speedway Bar and Grille Banquet Room will host the annual Racer’s Reunion and Michigan Auto Racing Fan Club (MARFC) meeting Saturday, March 21. Located on the grounds of Toledo...
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Fran and Dick Duff, Tracy Leslie enter Motorsports hall of fame

Fran and Dick Duff, Tracy Leslie enter Motorsports hall of fame

(MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. – November 1, 2015) – Tracy Leslie, the 1988 ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards champion, joined Dick and Fran Duff as entrants into the Michigan Motorsports Hall today in Mount Pleasant,...
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MORAN CHEVROLET-STAN YEE MEMORIAL 150 RACE DAY IS HERE!

MORAN CHEVROLET-STAN YEE MEMORIAL 150 RACE DAY IS HERE!

(Flat Rock, MI—July 25, 2014): One of the largest field of outlaw Late Models of 2014 will hit the track at Flat Rock Speedway tonight for the Moran Chevrolet-Stan Yee Memorial 150.

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ENDURO 250, STREET STOCK POINTS BATTLE CONTINUES SATURDAY AT FLAT ROCK

ENDURO 250, STREET STOCK POINTS BATTLE CONTINUES SATURDAY AT FLAT ROCK

(Flat Rock, MI—July 30, 2014): Flat Rock Speedway jumps back into action Saturday night, August 2 with the third 250 lap Enduro of the season and a full race card for the ARCA DTS Drive Train Specialists Street Stocks.

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Braden takes checkered flag in ARCA/CRA race

Braden takes checkered flag in ARCA/CRA race

(FLAT ROCK, Mich. – August 16, 2014) – Defending ARCA/CRA Super Series champion and current point leader Travis Braden took home the checkered flag Saturday at Flat Rock Speedway, winning the 7UP 125 in a race that took just...
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