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Plans for Gateway International Raceway are Promising and on Schedule

The reopening of the Gateway International Raceway has received unprecedented support and cooperation from local and state officials, industry insiders as well as racing fans across the region. To date, specific long-term development or financing plans have not been formulated, discussed or presented to anyone. Any claims of a snag in the future of this

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County Commission sends drag strip…

County Commission sends drag strip application back to Planning and Zoning Story by Carolyn Gerding File photo by Jeff Noedel When the Montgomery County Commission finished the closed meeting after speaking with attorney Ivan Schrader on the afternoon of Thurs., Sept. 29, they allowed the public to return so they could continue to discuss the

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Moss presents new drag strip layout

Moss presents new drag strip layout – may render easement issue irrelevant – Commission consults attorney   Story and Photos by Carolyn Gerding There were ten Montgomery County residents in the County Commission chambers this morning when the Commission began its session, including lead developer of the proposed Mid America Raceway Park Ronnie Moss. Some

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Gateway International, Sept 8th Revisited!

 Below is the actual Sept 8th press release. Unedited and directly from the source. September 8, 2011, St. Louis, MO – A group of investors, led by real estate developer and former professional race car driver Curtis Francois, have reached an agreement to operate the Gateway International Raceway for the 2012 racing season. “With the

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Has track redevelopment plan hit a snag?

From STLToday.com A lawmaker says the investment group that wants to redevelop the shuttered Gateway International Raceway may not be able to use state money for the proposal. “With the current potential buyer and his plans for that facility, there are not opportunities for them to avail themselves of state (funds),” said state Rep. Thomas

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STLDR Trivia #1

      Lets have a little fun and see who can answer this question correctly. Please answer this question only in the comment box below. Out of all the 1/8th & 1/4 mile tracks in the United States which state has the most drag strips?   If you would like  to use own trivia

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Forced Induction 101 – The Basics

Adapted from “Forced Induction: Superchargers, Turbochargers & Related Parts” - July 2009 Fastest Street Car Magazine by Tori Tellem; Adaptation by Nick Gregson Article link: http://tiny.cc/3fn9t If you’re playing a drinking game where everyone drinks with each mention of “Make more power”, then the average issue of @Fastest Street Car magazine would have you making friends with the

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Footbrake Fest 2011

  $4000 Footbrake Fest & Bracket Program Super Pro: $1000, Pro: 100%,  Bikes: 100%, Jr’s: trophy,   Trophy: trophy Gates open: 2:00, TT: 4:00, Racing: 6:00 **notice back to reg. start times**