Gaffney, SC

The Gaffney, S.C.–based team owned by Johnny Davis has been a mainstay in NASCAR's Xfinity Series for more than two decades. JDM's bankruptcy filing became known a few days before the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. During the reorganization, Davis will continue building race cars. Fans often forget...

Longtime NASCAR Xfinity Series Team Files for Bankruptcy

Statesville, NC

STATESVILLE, N.C. — Connor Hall will make his NASCAR Craftsman Trucks Series debut driving the No. 91 A-All Mini Storage Chevrolet Silverado RST for McAnally-Hilgemann Racing at Richmond (Va.) Raceway on Aug. 10, the team announced Wednesday. Hall, a native of Hampton, Virginia, has proven himself to be one...

Short Track Ace Connor Hall Set For Truck Series Debut

FanSided

Hendrick Motorsports' Kyle Larson leads all drivers with four victories through the first 22 races of the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season, despite the fact that he missed May's Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Larson was granted a playoff waiver for his absence, meaning that his missed start does...

NASCAR: Two drivers tied with Kyle Larson as championship favorites

Yardbarker

NASCAR is unique in the sense that no lead is insurmountable. Whether you lead second place by a full lap or only half a second, a flat tire, blown motor or any other variable can take you from victory lane to the garage area in a heartbeat. Thanks to the inherent, heartbreaking nature of racing, NASCAR has had its fair share of gut-wrenching losses over the years. Here are some of the most heartbreaking losses in NASCAR history, and the context behind them. Dale Earnhardt, 1990 Daytona 500For a man billed as the greatest NASCAR driver of all time, Earnhardt always seemed...

The ones that got away: The most heartbreaking losses in NASCAR history

Watkins Glen, NY

Athlon Sports

The 48-year-old will return to NASCAR in September.

Racing Legend to Return for NASCAR Playoff Race After 10-Year Absence

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Lancaster, CA

By @speedwaydigest via Speedway Digest - Home for NASCAR News - Justin Bonsignore Set For Stop at Lancaster Motorplex, 10h ago. With the second half of the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour season ready to hit the ground running this Saturday at Lancaster Motorplex, Justin Bonsignore is ready for competition in New York. Bonsignore will drive the No. 51 Kenneth Massa Motorsports machine in the Nu-Way Auto Parts 150. The ninth of 16 races on the Whelen Modified Tour schedule comes at a track where Bonsignore only has two starts, but had success in both. In his first visit in 2021, Bonsignore started third, finished second and led 31 laps. Last year, he started on the pole, finished fourth and led 19...

Justin Bonsignore Set For Stop at Lancaster Motorplex

On this week’s Happy Hour, hosts Trey Lyle, Michael Massie and Caleb Barnes are joined by Frontstretch‘s Anthony Damcott to talk about the things they wish had happened so far in the 2024 NASCAR season. What if Kyle Larson had been able to complete the Memorial Day Weekend...

Happy Hour: What We Wish Happened in NASCAR in 2024

Virginia State

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Port Royal, PA

Port Royal, PA – July 31st, 2024 – Port Royal Speedway is set to host an exciting evening of racing action this week with the 2nd Annual Ron Zimmerman Tribute Race sponsored by Zimmerman Truck Repair and Zimmerman Truck Lines. This event promises incredible payouts for the Zimmerman Truck Repair limited late models, with a total purse exceeding $17,000.

Port Royal Speedway Gears Up for the 2nd Annual Ron Zimmerman Tribute Race

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Corey LaJoie’s journey with Spire Motorsports will come to an end after the championship race at Phoenix Raceway. During the Olympic break, Spire Motorsports revealed that LaJoie will not return to the No. 7 Cup car in 2025. Throughout the 2024 NASCAR season, LaJoie has struggled as he sits behind teammate Carson Hocevar in the point standings.
LaJoie discussed leaving Spire Motorsports on his podcast, Stacking Pennies with Corey LaJoie, and admitted that some of his mistakes didn’t allow the team to maximize its performance. The driver of the No. 7 car wishes he could have seen it through with Spire...

Corey LaJoie talks about leaving Spire Motorsports after 2024 season

Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

Massachusetts State

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(MA) Get ready to open your heart to a wiry bundle of love named Chunk. This 2-year-old Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier mix pup recently came into rescue for heartbreaking reasons. Though he started his life as a cared for and well-loved pup, Chunk's owner sadly passed away, leaving Chunk all by his lonesome.

Meet Chunk: A Little Chihuahua Who Lost her Owner Now Looking For Love

Illinois State

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Olympic Gold Medalist Joins NASCAR: The recent appointment of Olympic gold medalist Dan Jansen as a coach for Chevrolet in NASCAR represents a fascinating intersection of sports. By using his expertise in speed skating, Jansen aims to instill a heightened sense of mental resilience and physical preparedness in young drivers. This creative approach not only challenges traditional training methodologies within motorsports but also raises questions about the potential impact on driver performance. As the NASCAR community observes this unique collaboration, the implications for both Jansen’s coaching philosophy and the future of racing remain to be seen. What might this unconventional partnership reveal about the evolving nature of competitive sports?

Olympic Gold Medalist Joins NASCAR in Surprising Chevrolet Role

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

Richmond, VA

As NASCAR returns to Richmond Raceway August 10-11, the track and the sport will band together to make a difference within the community. Race week events include:. Wednesday, August 7 – Track Laps for Charity: From 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., motorists can drive their personal vehicles five laps around the ¾-mile D-shaped oval for just a $20 donation. All proceeds will benefit the Autism Society of Central Virginia and Richmond Raceway Cares. To register, visit https://www.richmondraceway.com/tracklaps/.

Richmond Raceway, NASCAR hosting numerous events leading into race weekend

Kevin Harvick to Make Racing Return: Kevin Harvick‘s anticipated return to racing at North Wilkesboro Speedway this week is not merely a personal comeback; it represents a confluence of experience and the revitalization of grassroots motorsports. Behind the wheel of the 62 Hunt Brothers Pizza Chevrolet in the Window World 125, Harvick’s tactical skill will be tested on the challenging .625-mile track, where the dynamics of short-track racing often yield unexpected outcomes. As he navigates this landscape, one must consider how his presence may influence both the race and the future of emerging talents in the sport. What insights might he offer to the next generation?

Retired Kevin Harvick to Make Racing Return This Week

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Connor Hall Debuting for MHR at Richmond

Connor Hall will run McAnally-Hilgemann Racing’s No. 91 in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at Richmond Raceway, MHR announced July 31. The race will mark Hall’s...

Connor Hall Debuting for MHR at Richmond

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