Former Major League Baseball icon Chipper Jones, believed by many to be a future “first-ballot” Hall of Famer, will serve as the Grand Marshal for the Aaron’s 499 at Talladega Superspeedway on Sunday, May 5.
Jones, who played for the Atlanta Braves throughout his entire 19-year career and was a fan-favorite across the country, will give the most famous command in all of motorsports to the 43-car field: “Drivers Start Your Engines!” Continue reading →
Aaron’s, Inc. is partnering with the Community Food Bank of Central Alabama to host a can drive at one of the largest sporting events of the year – Aaron’s Dream Weekend at Talladega Superspeedway, May 3-5.
More than 200,000 NASCAR fans attending Aaron’s Dream Weekend at NASCAR’s Most Competitive Track will have an opportunity to help the hungry in Alabama by bringing canned food items to the Aaron’s Corporate Display at the speedway, located just outside of the frontstretch grandstands. Throughout the weekend, Aaron’s associates and can-drive volunteers will be collecting non-perishable food items such as canned meat, dry cereal, canned fruits and vegetables, paper towels, toilet paper and hygiene products. Continue reading →
Don’t miss our Aaron’s 499 at Talladega Superspeedway viewing party at Skooters Roadhouse. Join us for food and beverage specials, chances to win Talladega and Chicagoland Speedway merchandise and driver autographs.
When:
Sunday, May 5
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
*Race starts at 12 p.m.
Where:
Skooters Roadhouse
700 W. Jefferson
Shorewood, IL 60435
Chris Young and HLN’s Robin Meade to Sing National Anthems During Aaron’s Dream Weekend at Talladega
Two well-known national personalities – country music superstar Chris Young and noted news journalist and recording artist Robin Meade – have been selected to sing the National Anthems during Aaron’s Dream Weekend (May 3-5) at Talladega Superspeedway.
Chris Young Photo – Talladega Superspeedway
Young will give his rendition of “The Star Spangled Banner” prior to the Saturday, May 4, Aaron’s 312 NASCAR Nationwide Series race, which is scheduled for a 2 pm (CST) start. Meade will provide the fans with her version on Sunday, May 5, moments before the start of the Aaron’s 499 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race, set for a noon (CST) green flag. In addition, Young will deliver Talladega fans an added bonus with a free Saturday night Infield Concert, held near the historic Talladega Boulevard. Continue reading →
This two-hour episode starts at 8:00pm ET and Fan2Fan NASCAR Talk begins with our Fan4Racing team and a special tribute to Dale Earnhardt’s birthday. We’re talking about his legendary career and impact to the sport. We’ll also be talking about NASCAR’s hottest topics, we’ll give our perspective of the season so far and encourage fans to call 347-996-5176 to join the discussion.
In our second hour, we’ll be joined by K&N Pro Series West driver Greg Pursley, a veteran and has mentored several successful drivers within NASCAR ranks.
Our media guest and part of our round table panel this week is Patti Rodisch from NASCARlugnuts.com.
