Rossburg, OH

Some of the sport's biggest names are shifting their focus to Eldora Speedway and this week's World 100 a little earlier than planned after Sunday's Hillbilly 100 rainout at Tyler County Speedway on the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series. Reigning DirtonDirt.com Driver of the Year in Ricky Thornton Jr....

Big Names Racing Sunday's Earl Baltes Classic At Eldora Speedway

Sun Prairie, WI

Sun Prairie, Wisconsin (September 1, 2024)………”Some kids dream of winning the Super Bowl or the NBA Finals, but my dream is to be standing here.”. Zach Wigal’s dream came true on Sunday during the opening night of the 39th running of the Firemen’s Nationals at Sun Prairie, Wisconsin’s Angell Park Speedway.

Dreams Come True! Wigal Wins First USAC Midget Race at Angell Park

Indianapolis, IN

Funny Car’s Austin Prock moved into the No. 1 position on Saturday at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, taking over the provisional top spot at the 70th annual Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals. Brittany Force (Top Fuel), Greg Anderson (Pro Stock) and John Hall (Pro Stock Motorcycle) are also the...

Prock, Force, Anderson, Hall move to the top at NHRA US Nationals

Skagit County, WA

Burlington, WA

Kubota High Limit Racing rounded out its 11-race West Coast swing with the Sage Fruit Skagit Nationals at Skagit Speedway on Saturday with the event's $102,626-to-win finale. Rico Abreu led the final 26 of 40 laps to earn the richest payday of his Sprint Car career at the Burlington, Wash., dirt oval. Abreu passed early leader James McFadden on the 15th lap and never looked back for his sixth High Limit victory of 2024.

High Limit Racing Skagit Nationals Saturday Results At Skagit Speedway

BOWMANVILLE, Ontario (August 31, 2024) ? The Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli returned to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park for the first time in a decade and put on an exciting race in front of legions of Canadian race fans. Paul Menard led the TA class for a majority of the race, but it seemed that Chris Dyson would take the checkered flag following a late race overtake. However, a spin by Dyson with two laps to go handed the race back to Menard, who earned his fifth victory of the season.

Paul Menard and Rafa Matos Each Score Their Fifth Wins of the Season in Trans Am’s Return to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park

Plymouth, MA

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The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

Alabama State

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Los Angeles County, CA

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It's been 21 years since actress/singer Nell Carter, best known for the 1980s NBC sitcom, Gimme a Break!, died of natural causes at only 54. This is her story. Nell Carter was born September 13, 1948, in Birmingham, Alabama. After initially finding fame on and off-Broadway, and via a brief role in 1977 on the TV datime drama, Ryan's Hope, Carter took the lead in Ain't Misbehavin'!, a live stage revue of the works of composer Fats Waller.

The Brief Life & Tragic Death of Nell Carter ('Gimme A Break' & 'Ain't Misbehavin'): 21 Years Later

Washington, DC

Alamogordo Conservative Daily

Command Sergeant Major Veronica E. Knapp was the command sergeant major of the Joint Task Force-National Capital Region and U.S. Army Military District of Washington (JTF-NCR/MDW) per her official biography. However effective Tuesday she was released from command.

Command Sergeant Major Veronica E. Knapp Released from Command in D.C.

Racing News

World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series drivers battled for $100k at Huset’s Speedway. Tonight, it’s the finale of the High Bank Nationals. The 1/3-mile of Huset’s Speedway is set to host the World of Outlaws for a $100,000 to win feature. View Huset’s Speedway results below.

Huset’s Results: September 1, 2024 ($100k – World of Outlaws)

Los Angeles, CA

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

On the original Perry MasonTV legal series (CBS, 1957-1966), actor William Hopper portrayed Raymond Burr's loyal private detective Paul Drake. On and off screen, Hopper smoked incessently. Four years after the Mason series ended, the actor, son of famed Hollywood gossip columinist Hedda Hopper and DeWolf Hopper Sr., suffered a stroke on Valentine's Day 1970. Three weeks later, on March 6, Willam Hopper died of pneumonia. He was only 55 years old. This is his story.

In Memory of Actor William Hopper (From TV's 1st 'Perry Mason'): 5 Decades After His Tragic Death

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  The NASCAR Xfinity series playoffs begin today at Darlington Raceway in South Carolina. Justin Allgaier holds the top ranking coming into the playoffs with Cole Cluster close behind.Keep reading to find out how and when to watch today's Sport Clips Haircuts VFW Help a Hero 200 NASCAR Xfinity race.How to watch the Sport Clips Haircuts VFW Help a Hero 200 NASCAR raceThe Sport Clips Haircuts VFW Help a...

How to watch Sport Clips Haircuts VFW Help a Hero 200 NASCAR race

It's been 33 years since the handsome actor and Emmy award-winning TV game show host Bert Convy died of a brain tumor at 57 in 1991. This is his story. Bert Convy was born July 23, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri. His father was in the shoe business, while his parents separated when he was just seven years old. His mother moved the family to California in the San Fernando Valley, where Convy attended North Hollywood High and was named the "class clown."

In Memory of Actor/Game Show Host Bert Convy: 33 Years After His Tragic Death From Brain Cancer

Colorado State

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Denver, CO

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The driver of a bakery goods truck who Denver police crashed into head-first will receive a $350,000 payday from the city. The settlement to Christopher Cordova appears on the consent agenda of Monday’s City Council meeting. Items are the consent calendar are considered routine and generally pass in a block vote. However, council members Shontel Lewis and Sarah Parady regularly call out the settlements to draw attention to them.

Bakery truck driver latest to receive a Denver police payout

Washington State

Timothy A Gruver

Small game hunters and trappers must submit the lower jaw of bobcats they kill as part of the mandatory pelt sealing process, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced on Friday.

Bobcat Jaw Submission Now Required for Pelt Sealing

Vernon, NY

VERNON, NY – Champions Crowned. The 2024 championship season came to a close on Friday night as Matt Sheppard kept victory lane all to himself with the 3 Bastards Brewing Modifieds on Wilcox Construction & Friendly Family of Dealerships Championship Night. The Savannah, N.Y. native had clinched the championship...

Champions Crowned: Sheppard Wins Finale Points Race of 2024 at Utica-Rome

Marshfield, MA

A beloved festival is returning for another year of delicious food, local vendors, and family-friendly fun! Marshfield Lobsterfest, which began in 2019 as a way to support local lobstermen and showcase the natural beauty of Marshfield, has become an annual event that draws visitors from near and far!

Don't Miss Marshfield Lobsterfest: Live Music, Delicious Food & More

Deer and elk hunters who bought a multi-season permit application this year could pick up an extra deer or elk tag, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife reports. Starting today, the next 130 hunters on the original draw list will get to choose from one of 2,369 remaining multi-season deer tags and 130 multi-season elk tags, according to the WDFW. The original multi-season draw, the department reports, is being used to prevent people from flooding retail locations.

Extra deer and elk tags available for multi-season hunters

After a morning of rain that necessitated a delay of Lucas Oil Series action until later in the day, we’re starting the second day of Pro qualifying at the 70th annual Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals on a finally dry racing surface with the Pro Stocks. We’ll have two runs today for all four professional classes, so long as Mother Nature is kind. We’ll also have the Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge, which will take place in conjunction with each round on the schedule today. Be sure to check this notebook throughout the day.

Saturday News & Notes from the Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals

Oswego, NY

With just six races left in the 2024 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour season, the series travels to historic Oswego Speedway this Saturday for the running of the Toyota Mod Classic 150 (8 p.m. ET on FloRacing). Oswego Speedway, located in Oswego, New York, first welcomed the Modified Tour during the...

PIT BOX: Oswego Speedway ready to welcome Whelen Modified Tour as title fight intensifies

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USAC National Midget Results: Firemen's Nationals At Angell Park Sunday

USAC National Midgets were in action Sunday night at Angel Park Speedway for the Firemen's Nationals. Zach Wigal claimed the win over Cannon McIntosh and Logan...

USAC National Midget Results: Firemen's Nationals At Angell Park Sunday

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