Reddick honors Elyria native in Coca Cola 600 tribute
NASCAR driver Tyler Reddick carried the name of Elyria, Ohio, Sgt. Norman Lane Tollett on his car during the Coca Cola 600 as part of the 600 Miles of Remembrance tribute. Tollett, a 1994 Elyria Catholic graduate, was killed in Baghdad in 2007. His mother, Marti Miller, praises the national recognition and notes the family's pride and hope for a strong race finish.
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Quiet NASCAR Crown Jewel Goes Ghost Town in Mecklenburg
Fans travel from New York Texas and Maine to CMS for the Coca Cola 600 but the event feels empty. A third generation campground owner hosts 33 motorhomes while CMS gates stay closed and media cars are the only traffic. Vendors and restaurants report losses as fans miss on track access and autographs. Family support for drivers remains strong despite restrictions.
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Indians fall in seven in excruciating World Series defeat
The Indians led the Cubs 3-1 in the 2016 World Series before losing Game 7 in extra innings. This piece recalls the near-miss of a legendary roster, the dramatic series, and contrasts Cleveland’s historic regular season with the series loss to the Giants. Contact Jim Ingraham.
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Gas City Racing Amid Pandemic Echoes Indy Standstill
Gas City I-69 Speedway hosts a sparse test session as fans stay away due to social gathering limits. Indy 500, NASCAR, and IndyCar plan future events without crowds while organizers stress safety and adherence to state reopening steps.
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