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That's Memphis For You In the Hallmark Christmas movie Christmas Under Wraps there is a phrase everyone used to describe their little community and all the idiosyncrasies, "That's Garland For You". When it comes to the Indy 500 it should be "That's Memphis For You". For some reason entries from Memphis have a habit of … Continue reading That’s Memphis For You.

Interesting article about a unique part of Memphis Racing History. https://www.macsmotorcitygarage.com/two-wheels-too-many-the-story-of-the-pat-clancy-special/

This thing is quickly coming to an end. Maybe not as quickly as many want. But we are making great strides. We will see the reopening of the motor sports community sooner rather than later.  Just be patient and not do anything stupid which could cause harm to a loved one this close to the … Continue reading Just Be Patient

Hiding our light under a bushel basket.   Mark 4: recorded the parable Jesus told about hiding our light under a basket. 21:He said to them, “Is a lamp brought to be put under a basket or under a bed? Is it not to be set on a lampstand? Jesus was talking about sharing the … Continue reading Hiding Our Light Under a Basket

Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes?.............. The Possum had a hit in which he asked that question referring to where will the future stars of country music come. Luckily that question was answered by a new group of up and coming Country music entertainers. When it comes to racing that question is also being answered with … Continue reading Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes

A Dysfunctional Family . by Rick Johnson Memphis Racing History . . . . It is common for all sports to look at their fans as a family. In 1979 the Pittsburg Pirate used the song "We Are Family" as their theme for the year as they won their fifth World Series Title. Parents pass … Continue reading A Dysfunctional Family

Randa Johnson JR. Writer / Co-Founder mrh.rjohnson@gmail.com We had the pleasure of chatting with dirt racing legend Eddie Ray Alexander this month. He agreed to be the second LOCAL LEGEND to respond to the questionnaire for Memphis Racing History. Eddie has been heavily involved in racing for decades, long before ever making a start in … Continue reading Eddie Ray Alexander – Memphis Racing History Questionnaire

PETE WALTON: THE PROMOTER, THE RACER, THE MAN   by Randa Johnson JR. Writer / Co-Founder mrh.rjohnson@gmail.com     Anyone in the dirt racing community - whether a fan just hanging out every weekend getting your racing fix, or a driver slinging up dirt, has heard the name Pete Walton before.   Walton is the … Continue reading Pete Walton: The Promoter, The Racer, The Man