North Wilkesboro

Racing returning to North Wilkesboro

May 25, 2022 Shawn Krest

In 1946, North Wilkesboro Speedway cost $1,500 to build. Now, one of NASCAR’s original tracks will return to action thanks to an $18 million makeover. Located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and at […]

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 […]

‘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 […]

North Wilkesboro

Racing returning to North Wilkesboro

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

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

One resolution calls on Chancellor Lee Roberts to release the report
UNC Faculty Council issues resolutions on withheld SCiLL report

One resolution calls on Chancellor Lee Roberts to release the report