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NASCAR promoter lobbies for tens of millions in tax breaks
Central Florida Political Pulse - Orlando SentinelBusiness is looking up at International Speedway Corp. The racetrack owner and NASCAR promoter just won an extension of a lucrative tax break from the federal government. The company says interest among its most avid fans is at a five-year high. And it... -
Two killed in crash at California race track
MARYSVILLE, Calif. -- A teenage race car driver taking warm-up laps at a raceway in Northern California careened off the track and into pit row, killing a 14-year-old boy and 68-year-old man, officials said. Six or seven cars were on the track...
Tags: NASCAR, National Hot Rod Association, Drag Racing, Ultimate Fighting Championship, Open-Wheel Racing
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Will sports miss military flyovers?
Less loud and fun Matt Murschel Orlando Sentinel Military flyovers are just as much a part of major sporting events in America as beer and hot dogs. It's seems like a long-standing tradition and that's what makes sporting events, well, an event. It's...Tags: Stock Car Racing, Kenny Loggins, Indianapolis 500, Daytona 500, Jim Nabors
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Bike Week Events
![2013 Bike Week is slated for March 9-17. Be sure to check out the rest of the Florida bike rallies <a href="/orl-travel-florida-bike-festivals,0,5676690.story">on our calendar page</a>. For more bike event coverage, visit our <a href="http://www.orlandosentinel.com/travel/bike-week/">Bike Week channel.</a>](http://media.trb.com/media/thumbnails/story/2010-02/52255993-17091229.jpg "2013 Bike Week is slated for March 9-17. Be sure to check out the rest of the Florida bike rallies <a href="/orl-travel-florida-bike-festivals,0,5676690.story\">on our calendar page</a>. For more bike event coverage, visit our <a href=\"http://www.orlandosentinel.com/travel/bike-week/\">Bike Week channel.</a>")
2013 Bike Week is slated for March 9-17. Be sure to check out the rest of the Florida bike rallies on our calendar page. For more bike event coverage, visit our Bike Week channel.
Below are the 2013 events. Check back for updated listings.
DAYTONA BEACH...Tags: Bars and Clubs, Bike Week, DC (music group), Dining and Drinking, Music
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Florida bike fests, rides and rallies
Florida is a popular destination for motorcycle enthusiasts. With great coastal rides and world famous events, there is an something for everyone. Whether you ride or not, you will surely enjoy one of these popular annual events all over the state....Tags: Bike Week, Daytona Beach, Key West, Entertainment, Festive Events
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Crash-related deaths up for first time since 2005, report says
For the first time since 2005, the estimated number of people killed in the U.S. by car crashes went up, according to the National Safety Council. Vehicle crashes killed an estimated 36,200 people in 2012, according to a council report released Tuesday....
Tags: Traffic, Local Government, Auto Racing, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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NASCAR looking at mandatory concussion protocols in 2014
DAYTONA BEACH — Reacting to understandable red flags about driver safety, NASCAR is expected to require baseline concussion tests in time for the 2014 season. It's a no-brainer — no pun intended — in a sport where things get very bumpy...
Tags: Daytona 500, Kyle Busch, NASCAR, Social Media, Stock Car Racing
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Postal Service Stamps Celebrate American Muscle Cars
KickingTiresAmerica's romance with classic muscle cars is rooted in a desire to push the envelope. With the U.S. Postal Service's new "Muscle Cars (Forever)" stamp series ??? on sale now ??? people can celebrate that nostalgic notion on an envelope.......Tags: Government Postal Delivery, Mail Order Industry, Horse and Harness Racing, Stock Car Racing, Vehicles
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Driver suspension for racial slur reflects NASCAR commitment to diversity
Richard Lapchick had just moved to Central Florida in 1997 when he got a call from Brian France. He wanted to get together to chat. "My goal is to make NASCAR look like America," France told Lapchick when they met. It was a perfect fit: France was...Tags: Jeremy Clements, Michael Annett, Stock Car Racing, Reed Sorenson, France
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Daytona Speedway gets in line for tax breaks
Central Florida Political Pulse - Orlando SentinelThe News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Daytona International Speedway has joined the list of multimillion-dollar entertainment venues now requesting up to $2 million a year in sales tax rebates from state lawmakers. Sen. Dorothy Hukill, R-Port... -
Could Daytona NASCAR wreck happen at Martinsville Speedway?
WDBJ7 ReporterThe fiery crash that hurt nearly 30 NASCAR fans over the weekend has people all across the country thinking safety. Could it happen at other tracks like the Martinsville Speedway? When high speeds are involved, anything can happen. Cars go up to 200...Tags: NASCAR, Stock Car Racing, Auto Racing, Martinsville (Martinsville, Virginia)
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Florida travel calendar for March
Check out festivals and events in March across the state.
This list is organized by region.
Central Florida (including Orlando, Kissimmee, Daytona Beach, Sanford, the Space Coast, Lakeland/Polk and Lake County)
March 1: Moonlight Carillon Concert at...Tags: Tampa, Wil Wheaton, Daytona Beach, Pies and Tarts, Bok Tower
Mar 18, 2013
| Orlando Sentinel
Mar 17, 2013
|Story| Los Angeles Times
Mar 12, 2013
|Story| Baltimore Sun
Mar 11, 2013
|Story| Orlando Sentinel
Mar 11, 2013
|Story| Orlando Sentinel
Feb 20, 2013
|Story| Los Angeles Times
Feb 19, 2013
|Column| Orlando Sentinel
Mar 5, 2013
|Blog| Cars.com
Mar 5, 2013
|Column| Orlando Sentinel
Mar 1, 2013
| Orlando Sentinel
Feb 25, 2013
|Story| WDBJ7
Feb 22, 2013
|Story| Orlando Sentinel
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