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Decorated WW II POW Sgt. Vincent Rolves to serve as Grand Marshal for NHRA Midwest Nationals
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World Wide Technology Raceway to Host Two Job Fairs for 2026 Season
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Pearson wins opening round of Carl’s 4WD & Performance ET Bracket Series
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NAPA AUTO PARTS NHRA MIDWEST NATIONALS 2025 WEEKEND SCHEDULE RELEASED
Last Updated on February 27, 2026 by WWTR MADISON, Ill. (Aug. 21, 2025) – Officials from World Wide Technology Raceway and the National Hot Rod Association have released the official run schedule for the 14th Annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals. The event, scheduled for Sept. 26-28, is a crucial part of the NHRA Mission…
Route 66 Rockabilly Rod Reunion Driven by KSHE-95
Last Updated on February 27, 2026 by WWTR The ‘2025 Spring of Speed’ continues at World Wide Technology Raceway with the Nostalgia Drag Racing League. Photo by Mike Sopko Sr. Photo MADISON, Ill. (May 16, 2025) – The Nostalgia Drag Racing League (NDRL) is back in 2025 with more cars than ever before and their opening…