DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Finally, Front Row Motorsports has lived up to its name. Sweeping the front row for Front Row are Michael McDowell and Todd Gilliland. They’ll lead the field to the green flag for the NASCAR Cup Series’ Coke Zero Sugar 400 this Saturday night at Daytona International Speedway.

Front Row finally sweeps the front row in qualifying

Denny Hamlin knew it was bad news when he walked into the room Thursday and saw Toyota officials, owner Joe Gibbs and crew chief Chris Gabehart together. “They didn’t enjoy that moment any more than I did,” Hamlin said Friday at Daytona International Speedway. Hamlin was informed Wednesday...

Hamlin dejected after penalty wipes out regular season work

Daytona Beach, FL

NBC Sports’ motorsports coverage this weekend is headlined by the penultimate NASCAR Cup Series regular season race at iconic Daytona International Speedway on NBC and Peacock on Saturday, INDYCAR at Portland International Raceway on USA Network and Peacock on Sunday, and Pro Motocross from Ironman Raceway exclusively on Peacock on Saturday.

Cup Series race at Daytona airing on NBC and Peacock

FanSided

MBM Motorsports missed the entire 2023 NASCAR Cup Series season, marking their first season without any starts at the sport's top level since they first entered the series in 2017. But in 2024, the Carl Long-owned team have returned and competed on a part-time basis. So far this year, they...

NASCAR Cup Series team opts not to return for Daytona race

Milwaukee, WI

Ben Rhodes will look to defend his NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series championship, however, he has a steep hill to climb. The ThorSport Racing driver begins his quest for glory from the ninth on the playoff grid — one point behind advancement with Wisconsin’s Milwaukee Mile kicking off the postseason on Sunday. Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway and Kansas Speedway are the other races in the first round of the playoffs.

Rhodes’ Confidence High Entering Playoffs: ‘We Have The Blueprint’

North Carolina State

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Belmont, NC

Town Talks

There’s no argument in many folks’ minds that if you want to get some of the best chicken and unmatched customer service, you go to Chick-fil-A. But now, a North Carolina Chick-fil-A requiring adult supervision for teens is ruffling some feathers.

North Carolina Chick-fil-A Ruffles Feathers With New Policy Regarding Teens

Virginia State

Kentucky Vibes.net

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

Kentucky State

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

With out-of-region games and inter-conference matchups, and even an old rivalry or two, Week 1 of the high school football season in Northern Kentucky is often as interesting and attractive as any all season. The 15 games for all 21 teams this weekend make that clear.

15 games get high school football off to a flying start this weekend

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Boone, NC

Move-in day for college freshmen is an emotional experience, both for students and their parents. Lori Miggins, a mom from North Carolina, felt this deeply when she dropped off her daughter, Taylor, at Appalachian State University.

North Carolina Mom Sparks Debate By Sleeping In Daughter’s Dorm Her 1st Night At College

Florida State

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

Grand Forks, ND

GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Bill Rose wants to be behind the wheel of a sprint car. It’s what he loves. It’s what he knows. It’s what he’s done for nearly his entire life. Unfortunately for Rose, injuries have intervened over his last two seasons on the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car tour. Broken ribs last fall and a fractured sternum in May of this year have forced the Plainfield, Ind., native to the sidelines.

Rose Learns From Time Out Of The Seat

Albany, NY

Malta, NY

MALTA, N.Y. — Jack Speshock edged by Ryan McCartney with 10 laps remaining in Friday night’s non-stop 35-lap DIRTcar modified feature to claim his second Albany-Saratoga Speedway win of the season. But he didn’t know it. “I knew I’d advanced a long way from 11th but I...

Speshock Strikes Gold At Albany-Saratoga

Cullman, AL

Kokomo, IN

KOKOMO, Ind. — In recent years, the second night of Elliott’s Custom Trailers & Carts Sprint Car Smackdown has been a honey hole of sorts for Kevin Thomas Jr. In 2021 and 2022, the Cullman, Alabama racer captured back-to-back second night victories during the event at Indiana’s Kokomo Speedway. After a one-year aberration in 2023, Thomas was back in winner’s circle following Friday night’s second round Smackdown performance in his Rock Steady Racing/Inferno Armor – Eddie Gilstrap Motors – Creative Finishing/Mach-1/Stanton Chevy.

It’s All Thomas In Smackdown Preliminary Run

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

(CHICAGO) In July, Democratic National Convention (DNC) officials predicted 50,000 visitors to Chicago and a $150 million boost to the economy. But are restaurants feeling the bump in business thanks to the convention?

DNC in Chicago: Some Restaurants Left Hungry for Expected Business Boom

Denver, CO

David Heitz

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

Marion, IL

MARION, Ill. — Steven Snyder Jr. set sail smoothly all night to win on preliminary night one of the fourth annual Keith Kunz Motorsports Challenge at Southern Illinois Raceway. It was his fourth POWRi Non-Wing Outlaw Micro League victory of the season. Snyder, the high-point qualifier, battled outside front-row...

Snyder Controls Southern Illinois Run

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – The intensity level is unmistakable as the NASCAR Cup Series nears its regular season conclusion with two races remaining to set the 16-driver 2024 Playoff field and the always exciting superspeedway edition of the Coke Zero Sugar 400 on tap Saturday night at Daytona International Speedway (7:30 p.m. ET on NBC, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio).

NASCAR Weekend Preview: Daytona International Speedway & Milwaukee Mile Speedway

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Sieg Finishes 5th, Jumps Above Playoff Cutline

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Ryan Sieg continues to step up when it’s needed most. Fighting for one of the final four NASCAR Xfinity Series playoff spots,...

Sieg Finishes 5th, Jumps Above Playoff Cutline

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