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Just got this in an e-mail:
CHILLICOTHE, OHIO-As Yogi Berra once said-"It isn't over till it's over."
Friday, March 13 it became official and the speculation is indeed over. The
historic K-C Raceway near Chillicothe, Ohio has a new owner as longtime,
successful businessman Jeff Schrader and wife Vickie officially took over
the deed to the speedway after a successful six year tenure from the Jim
Nier family. Great plans are in store for K-C Raceway this upcoming 2009
racing season with even bigger plans in the works for 2010.
Friday's announcement ended a winter of speculation and rumors
that K-C Raceway would not run in 2009. The wheels of progress turn slowly.
Although plans for the purchase have been ongoing, it was hoped that an
earlier announcement could be made. For those who are patient, however, it
appears the long wait will be worthwhile as a promising 18-day race schedule
for 2009 has been announced along with the changing of the guard.
Schrader said, "Officially at 1 p.m. Friday I became the proud
new owner of K-C Raceway. This is a dream come true for me. It is an
exciting day for me and my family. A lot people share in the excitement and
hopes I have for this season and many more to come at K-C Raceway. I can't
wait to get started."
Former owner Jim Nier said, "I've made a lot of new friends over
the past six years while operating K-C Raceway. We made a lot of
improvements and think we left the place a lot better off than when we found
it. I'd like to thank all the many fans, friends, drivers, owners, and
sponsors who supported us over the years and wish Jeff and Vickie the best
of luck in their new endeavors."
Schrader isn't wasting any time. His 2009 racing season begins
April 18 with the O'Reilly All Star Late Model Series headlining the racing
card, paying $5000 to win for Late Models, plus E-mods & Hobby Stocks.
Nearly twenty race dates are on the card including appearances from the O'Reilly
All Star Circuit of Champion Sprint Cars, the World of Outlaw Sprint cars,
and World of Outlaw Late Models. A big season-ending Late Model extravaganza
is being planned for October 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. The event has been dubbed
the K-C Raceway Presents "1st Annual Dirt Track World Cup Late Models
Classic".
The Late Model winner will receive $20,000 to win $1500 to start, while the
E-Mod race pays $3000 to win, $200 start . The consy race for Late Models
pays $3000 to win and says Schreader, "We may even add a sprint car race on
Friday!" Details for this race will be announced as information becomes
available.
Weekly racing will continue at K-C Raceway for the most part on
Saturday nights with a schedule of 410 Outlaw Sprints, Late Models, Hobby
Stocks, and E-Mods making up the regular weekly show as announced. "The
Night the Stars Come Out" will again be a headlining event for the O'Reilly
All Star Circuit of Champion Sprint Cars plus Late Models and E-Mods on July
3.
Below is schedule for the 2009 racing season at K-C Raceway.
K-C Raceway is located 12 miles South of Chillicothe, 3 miles
out Blain Highway of SR 23 at Alma. Further details of the racing season
will be announced via press releases and at the K-C Raceway website at <<<
www.kc-raceway.com >>
2009 K-C Raceway Racing Schedule
April 18th All Star Late Models $5000 to win plus e-mods & hobby
stocks
May 1&2 World of Outlaw Late Models $20,000 to win
May 9 Weekly racing program Sprints,late models,e-mods & hobb
May 23 Veterans Appreciation all Vets with ID get in free All
Star Late Models $5000 to win, e-mods & hobby stock
June 6 Fan Appreciation Night Weekly Program
June 13 Kids Bike Night Weekly Program
June 20 Red Cross Blood Drive Night Weekly Program
July 3 The Night The Stars Come Out All Star Sprints $5000 to
win Late Models $5000 to win and e-mods
July 11 Food Drive Night Late Models, e-mods & Hobby Stock
July 25 Sprint Car Special night TBA
August 1 World of Outlaws Sprints $10,000 to win and hobbie stocks
August 22 Breast Cancer Awareness Night Weekly Program
August 29 Championship Sprint Car and E-mod Championship Night
September 19 All Star Late Models $5000 also championship night for late
models and championship night for Hobby Stocks
October 1,2,3 KC Raceway Presents "1st Annual Dirt Track World Cup Late
Model Classic"
Rain Date: Oct. 4
** Weekly Race Program consists of 410 Sprint Cars, Late Models, E-Mods,
Hobby Stocks
I am lucky enough to work at one of the best tracks
anywhere.
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