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July 2, 2022

Dale Earnhardt Sr.

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Cannon Ballers leading way in Kannapolis’ revitalization

June 15, 2022 Brett Friedlander

KANNAPOLIS — The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers have a slogan painted in large letters for all to see as they enter Gate 1 at Atrium Health Ballpark. “Have a blast!” it says. It’s a play on […]

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Richard Childress Racing brings bull riding to Winston-Salem

February 16, 2022 Brett Friedlander

Bristol Motor Speedway is known as “The Bullring” because of its small circumference and the massive 150,000-plus seat structure that surrounds it. Come this summer, legendary NASCAR owner Richard Childress will also operate a team […]

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Reviving its roots? NASCAR weighs return to bygone North Wilkesboro Speedway

May 26, 2021 Brett Friedlander

No one involved with NASCAR really wanted to leave North Wilkesboro Speedway when the racing series said goodbye to the historic track in 1996. But the sport was growing and becoming more popular nationwide, so […]

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20 years later: How Earnhardt’s death saved lives, forced change

February 17, 2021 The Associated Press

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Ryan Newman was lying in bed one morning, his two daughters still tucked in down the hall, when a YouTube video of his death-defying crash popped up as a recommended watch. […]

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Looking back: 20th anniversary of Earnhardt’s death a reminder of his impact

February 12, 2021 The Associated Press

The death of Dale Earnhardt from a crash during the last lap of the 2001 Daytona 500 is considered the darkest day in the history of NASCAR. The 20th anniversary of his death is Feb. […]

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100 in 100: Randolph County’s Richard Petty, NASCAR’s ‘King’

July 1, 2020 Brett Friedlander

North State Journal’s 100 in 100 series will showcase the best athlete from each of North Carolina’s 100 counties. From Alamance to Yancey, each county will feature one athlete who stands above the rest. Some […]

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100 in 100: Cabarrus County’s Dale Earnhardt, The Intimidator

April 3, 2020 Brett Friedlander

North State Journal’s 100 in 100 series will showcase the best athlete from each of North Carolina’s 100 counties. From Alamance to Yancey, each county will feature one athlete who stands above the rest. Some […]

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100 in 100: Alexander County’s Harry Gant, The Bandit

March 19, 2020 Brett Friedlander

North State Journal’s 100 in 100 series will showcase the best athlete from each of North Carolina’s 100 counties. From Alamance to Yancey, each county will feature one athlete who stands above the rest. Some […]

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Versatile race-car driver John Andretti dies at 56

January 31, 2020 The Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — John Andretti carved out his own niche in one of the world’s most successful racing families. He became the first driver to attempt the Memorial Day double. He won on dirt tracks, street […]

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‘When you’re right, you don’t turn the other cheek’

January 22, 2020 Shawn Krest

Willy T. Ribbs knew what he wanted when Adam Carolla approached him about doing a documentary on the former pro racer’s life. Carolla, a comedian, radio personality and podcast host, wanted to tell the story […]

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