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Tri-County Plans 150-lap LMS Event and Kid’s Night

Hudson, North Carolina (June 29, 2006) - Tri-County Motor Speedway is under new ownership and this Friday night and is starting out with the “Do the Dew 150” for Late Models, presented by Mountain Dew and Kid’s Night featuring Bubbles the Clown.

There will also be regular racing in the Super Stock, Street Stock, Mini Stock, Fast & Furious and the Tri-County Minis with several heated points battles coming into play.

Casola Motorsports are the new owners.  Mr. Casola is an out-of-state businessman and also the owner of a Hooters Pro Cup race team, which his son, Dominic, is the driver.

His first change was to name Willie Evernham as competition director and Mickey Caratello as administrator of Tri-County Motor Speedway, to work closely with Russ Leicht, the race director.  All employees are expected to stay at this time, as there are no personnel changes planned.

Next, he said to increase the fan base and the car count.  He has raised the purses and lowered the admission price. A regular weekly show will reflect the changes in the admission prices.

A Family Package for $25 is being offered to fans with the admission of two adults and as many children as you have.

Single adults prices are $12, seniors are $7 and children under 12 are free. As a special bonus, Mountain Dew and Pepsi are also providing give-a-ways for the kids.  Bubbles will be at the speedway to delight the kids with her balloon sculptures.

Pit gates open at 4pm for competitors, trackside parking at 5 and the main grandstand at 6.  Practice will start at 6, qualifying at 7 and racing at 8. Call the speedway at 828-726-6600 for any other information.

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