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Kaya Jones Performs National Anthem At NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race

Kaya Jones Performs National Anthem
At NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race

Kaya Jones, a former member of "The Pussycat Dolls,"  performed the national anthem at Saturday night's NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race.  Photo - Courtesy CMS
Kaya Jones, a former member of “The Pussycat Dolls,” performed the national anthem at Saturday night’s NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race.
Photo – Courtesy CMS

Pop music sensation Kaya Jones performed the national anthem preceding Saturday night’s NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race.

Jones came to prominence as a member of the popular music group “The Pussycat Dolls” in 2003 and later reached international acclaim as a solo act, performing alongside celebrated entertainers including Mick Jagger, Eminem and Katy Perry. Continue reading

Top 10 Can’t-Miss Activities for Fans to Experience at Charlotte

Top 10 Can’t-Miss Activities for Fans to Experience
During the 10 Greatest Days in Racing

From driver introductions at the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race to the patriotic military salute before the Coca-Cola 600, here's a Top 10 list for fans looking for the full Charlotte Motor Speedway experience. Photo - CMS/HHP
From driver introductions at the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race to the patriotic military salute before the Coca-Cola 600, here’s a Top 10 list for fans looking for the full Charlotte Motor Speedway experience. Photo – CMS/HHP

Every year, Charlotte Motor Speedway packs as much entertainment as possible into the 10 Greatest Days in Racing to give fans an experience that they’ll never forget. From the excitement on the track to pre-race concerts, the expansive Play Zone and a moving salute to our nation’s military, fans that come to Charlotte will be sure to create memories that will last a lifetime.

While you’re in town, be sure to check out these can’t-miss opportunities that you can only find at Charlotte Motor Speedway! Continue reading

“Watkins Glen International” Authors Present at International Motor Racing Research Center

Watkins Glen International” Authors Present Work at International Motor Racing Research Center

Stop by The Shop [2 N. Franklin Street, Watkins Glen, NY] to purchase Watkins Glen International!  Photo - WGI
Stop by The Shop [2 N. Franklin Street, Watkins Glen, NY] to purchase Watkins Glen International!
Photo – WGI

Michael Argetsinger and Bill Green to be introduced by Track President Michael Printup 

“Watkins Glen International” by Michael Argetsinger and Bill Green will be a topic of conversation on Saturday, May 18 at the International Motor Racing Research Center at 610 S. Decatur Street, Watkins Glen. Track President Michael Printup will be on hand to introduce the duo responsible for the Arcadia Publishing book that begins with the race through the streets on Oct. 2, 1948 and continues through present day at The Glen.  Continue reading

CMS, NCDOT and State Highway Patrol Prepare Fans for Race Week Traffic

Charlotte Motor Speedway, NCDOT and State Highway Patrol Prepare Fans for Race Week Traffic

First Sgt. Glenn Stokes, with the NC Highway Patrol, outlines plans for the traffic patterns around Charlotte Motor Speedway during May race weeks at a press conference on Monday. Stokes urged fans to arrive early to avoid increased traffic and follow the instructions for law enforcement officials directing traffic. Photo - CMS/Jonathan Coleman
First Sgt. Glenn Stokes, with the NC Highway Patrol, outlines plans for the traffic patterns around Charlotte Motor Speedway during May race weeks at a press conference on Monday. Stokes urged fans to arrive early to avoid increased traffic and follow the instructions for law enforcement officials directing traffic. Photo – CMS/Jonathan Coleman

In preparation for the 10 Greatest Day in Racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway May 17-26, speedway officials are making sure race fans and area residents are fully equipped to handle race day traffic by providing safe and efficient travel routes and information.

With help from the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), the North Carolina State Highway Patrol and the City of Concord, Charlotte Motor Speedway is working to ease travel for fans heading to and from the races. Here are tips from Charlotte Motor Speedway and NCDOT: Continue reading