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Posted July 15, 2009

Busy weekend coming up for the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series

This Saturday July 18 the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series will be heading south to the Tri-State Speedway for their 3rd appearance of the season at the track. But before they take off to the races, several drivers will spend the morning at Camp Barnabas showing the kids their race cars.

At Tri-State Speedway, gates open at 4 pm, hot laps start at 6:45, with racing to start at 7:30. Pit admission prices: $30.00 adults, $10.00 kids ages 5-11. Grandstand admission prices: Kids ages 6-11 $5.00, Adults $15.00.

Jim Fulp, Jarrod Hilton, Justin Wells, Kevin Henson, Mark Penticuff, & Phil Edmondson will be taking their cars to show to the kids of Camp Barnabas from 10:00 am to about noon. Camp Barnabas is a special needs camp located near Purdy, MO. Special thanks to Camp Barnabas for allowing us to come and these drivers for taking the time.

Also, a date has been added on August 8th at Nevada Raceway in Nevada, MO. This event was originally scheduled for May, but was rained out.

This Sat July 18th – get up early and stop by Camp Barnabas to visit with these great kids, then head on down to Tri-State Speedway near Pocola, OK for a great night of racing. And don’t forget- the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series will be in action at Monett Speedway on Sunday July 26th.

Remaining schedule:

July 18 – 10:00 – Noon – Camp Barnabas “Race Day”

July 18 - Tri-State Speedway -Pocola, OK

July 26 - Monett Speedway - Monett, MO

Aug 8 - Nevada Raceway - Nevada, MO

Aug 14 - Outlaw Motor Speedway - Muskogee, OK

Sept 5 - West Plains Motor Speedway - West Plains, MO

Sept 25 - Outlaw Motor Speedway - Muskogee, OK

Thurs Oct 1 - NASCAR night at Springfield Raceway - Springfield, MO

Oct 17 - Tri-State Speedway -Pocola, OK

Will have the banquet on Oct 25 at Camp Barnabas.

Please call Karen Fulp at 417-880-9693 if you have questions regarding the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series, or visit our website at

www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com

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Posted June 12, 2009

Show-Me Racin Series releases statement regarding spec motor inspection

During a three week break in the Show-Me Racin Series schedule, drivers were offered the opportunity to bring their cars for an inspection allowing them to be puffed (cubic inch) and whistled (compression ratio) in a clean environment. After the motors were teched and numbers of the heads recorded the motors were sealed. This would eliminate the need to tech motors as often in dusty conditions and late hours at the track. This type of tech has been a courtesy offered to the drivers every year of the series existence, but weather conditions forced cancellation of tech day earlier this year.

Eleven motors where teched in this time frame and all but one passed inspection. Several attempts to resolve this issue failed. The driver with the motor in question stated he would not be returning and since the infraction was not found at the track, no final ruling has been made if any penalties would be assessed.

For the remainder of the season, motors will be periodically checked, even the ones with seals. At the end of the season, the top 5 in points and two others selected by driver vote will be torn down. This is all in an effort to keep a level playing field as our rules were intended. For more detailed information on series rules please visit the “rules” page on our website.

Posted May 11, 2009

Double Header this weekend - Monett Friday night - Nevada Saturday night

The Race Brothers Show-Me Series will be back in action this weekend after a short break. Due to the large number of rain outs Monett Speedway has experienced early this season, they’ve agreed to host the series for a FRIDAY NIGHT race May 15. Gates will open at 5:00 with racing to get underway 7:30. Grandstand admission will be $12 for adults, $5 for Juniors, with 11 & under free. Pit passes will be $30. This will be a full points race with NO ENTRY FEE to the Series. Also running will be Legends, Pro-4, Bombers, and Rookies. There will be a nickle pick-up for kids at intermission provided by B & P Disocouint Grocery.!

On Saturday evening May 16th the series will head up to Nevada Raceway. Gates will open at 5:30, Hot Laps at 7:00 and racing will get underway at 7:30. Admission is $12 for adults, $15 for reserved seating and $30 pit passes. This will be a $1000 to win, $300 to start full points race. The normal $50 entry fee will apply.

Drivers expected to be in attendance include: Justin Wells, Shane Essary, Larry Campbell, Ken Essary, Rick Lebow, Leslie Essary, Rex Merritt, Bill McMurtrie JR, Jim Fulp, Kevin Henson (our current top 10 in points) – PLUS many more.

So mark your calendars and come on out for a great weekend of racing this Friday night May 15 at Monett Speedway and Saturday night May 16 at Nevada Raceway. For more information visit our website at www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com or call 417-880-9693.

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5-8-09 - Springfield Raceway Bonus Points

After kicking around several ideas during the off-season, officials with the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series have made a decision regarding the “bonus points” situation for weekly shows at Springfield Raceway. Drivers will be awarded 10 points for their attendance for up to 5 events for a maximum of 50 points throughout the year. These points will be added to the driver’s total series points at the end of the season. The “Springfield bonus points nights” will be any Sat. night that Springfield Raceway is running Late Models for a weekly event and a Race Brothers Show-Me Series race is not being held at another track.

A driver must attend 75% of the Show-Me Series special events to be eligible for point fund money and prizes regardless of how many races they compete in at Springfield Raceway. (you can't get into Show-Me Series point fund money by racing at Springfield only, but a driver could do better in Series points by attending a few weekly shows)

Also, in a new development this past week, Lucas Oil Speedway has decided to allow Show-Me Series cars to compete with their weekly division. Cars will be checked using series rules, ULMA cars will be checked by their rules, and crate cars will also be allowed to compete.

The Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series is thrilled that these tracks have came on board in support of our rules package, giving our drivers a place to race on a weekly basis. We encourage our drivers to support these tracks as much as possible during off nights of Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series special events.

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Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series to Tri-State Speedway

The Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series is preparing to kick off the 2009 season on April 11, 2009 at Tri-State Speedway in Pocola, OK. The series has a history of several different winners per season with a field full of tough competitors at each event, but 2009 is raising the bar to a totally new level.

Three past Show-Me Series champs are planning on running the complete schedule. After a short break, 2004 Champ Justin Wells is back, driving for car owner, Ken Patterson. Not only did Justin win the 2004 Show-Me championship, he is a 2 time NATIONAL IMCA Late Models points champion and has numerous track championships under his belt.

Leslie Essary is the 2007 & 2008 Race Brothers Show-Me Series champion. He also won the MLRA championship in 1993 & 97 and also has several track championships to his credit. Leslie has won the most Show-Me main events of any driver on the circuit.

Ken Essary won the Show-Me Series Championship in 2005 & 06, and is also a former 2-time MLRA champ. He has more track championships that you can count on both hands and feet. Even though he’s old enough to receive a social security check, he can give the young guys a run for their money every time he hits the track.

With 36 track championships & 3 Winter National Championships to his name modified stand-out Rex Merritt is giving a Race Brothers Show-Me Late Model a try this season. He’s also won several asphalt Late Models races, as well as a couple of feature wins in the World Series of Racing events in Florida. Sporting a new Mastersbilt Chassis, Rex Merritt could be a contender to be reckoned with for 2009. And by the way, this is his 30th year behind the wheel of a race car.

Adding to the impressive list includes Shane Essary, with track championships & MLRA wins to his credit. 2000 Springfield Raceway track champion Jim Fulp returns this season. Jim has won a Show-Me Series main event every season since it began in 2004. With multiple track championships in the factory stock division, Rick Lebow and Jordan Holloway are always in the hunt. Both drivers have also won Race Brothers Show-Me Series main events. Also, 2008 Rookie of the Year Chris Morelock will be back this season.

Put all these guys together plus more for a main event, and you’ve got a race that is top notch. The first night out will be on Saturday, April 11, 2009 at Tri-State Speedway in Pocola, OK. Grandstand admission is: Adults $15.00, kids ages 4-11 $4.00. Pit gates: Adult $30.00 kids ages 4-11 $12.00. Pit gate opens at 4:00, draw ends 6:00, hot laps will start at 6:15 and races will get underway at 7:00 pm

The series will be in action at Springfield Raceway’s season opener the following Saturday April 18. For more information on the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series visit our website at www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com.

As always, we ask you to support the sponsors that support us!

Race Brothers Farm & Home Supply, Hoosier, Simon’s Petroleum, Country Dodge, Auto Xpress, Greenlawn Funeral Homes, Morelock Racing, GRT, Frankland Rear Ends, Gary’s Used Engine Parts, Midwest Sheet Metal, Klushman Racing Components, BsB, Brodix, Powertrain Industries, Peterson Fluid Systems, Bilstein, DuraLite, Hypercoils, Performance Bodies, Custom Cams, Schoenfeld Headers, Ron’s Racing Collectibles, Talon Broadcasting and we are proud supporters of Camp Barnabas.

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Oct 7, 2008

BANQUET TO BE HELD AT CAMP BARNABAS ON OCT 26

The Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series banquet has been scheduled for OCTOBER 26 at Camp Barnabas. Camp Barnabas is a camp for special needs children, similar to Victory Junction Gang Camp. During the racing season, the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series raises money through raffle ticket sales of t-shirts and such for Camp Barnabas, so it is a perfect fit to have the banquet at their facilities. The camp was transformed a few years back by “Extreme Home Make-Over” and they have a large room for us to use. With the campers gone for the school year, renting facilities for events such as our banquet allows the camp to have a revenue stream during the off-months.

We will be having a BBQ feast with 2 different choices of meat, potatoes, salad, rolls, and dessert of course! Tickets will be $12 for adults, $5 for kids ages 5-10, with 4 & under free. The camp will be providing activities for the kids to participate in during the awards presentation, so it should be fun for all! We will start eating around 2:00 and the awards will follow.

Please purchase your tickets in advance so Camp Barnabas can properly plan for our event. You can pick your tickets up at Tri-State Speedway on October 18 or call 417-880-9693 or e-mail getinfo@Show-MeRacinSeries.com to let me know how many from your group will be attending.

All race fans, friends, and families are invited to join in honoring the 25 drivers who have participated in 75% of our shows, as well as recognizing our sponsors and supporters for the 2008 season! We hope to see you at the banquet at Camp Barnabas on Sunday October 26!

Directions to Camp Barnabas from Monett, MO

Go west on HWY 60 to left on Highway 97 near the Monett Airport. From this intersection go five miles. You will see a blue house on your right, the Camp Barnabas sign and a road sign that says FR 2060. Turn right. Go two miles and you will drive through the Camp Barnabas gates.

Remember! The final race of the season will be held at Tri-State Speedway in Pocola, OK on Saturday, October 18. Gates open: 3 PM Racing starts: 6:00 PM, Pit passes: $35, Grandstands: Adults: $15 Child (4-11): $5 $1000 to win, $325 to start

June 26, 2008

Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series looks forward to a busy holiday schedule

The Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series will be in action on THURDAY NIGHT July 3 at Crawford County Speedway in Van Buren, AR for a “Firecracker Special”. Pit Gates open at 2:00, Grandstand Gates open at 5:00, Hot Laps at 7:30, with racing at 8:00, Grandstand Admission: $15 Adults, Kids 6-11 $5, Pit Passes $30, with 11 and under pit passes $10. There will be a fireworks show at intermission.

The series will have Friday the 4th off, but will be right back in action again on Saturday night July 5th at Nevada Raceway in Nevada, MO. Gates open at 5:00 with hot laps at 7:00, Racing starts at 7:30, Pit admission is 30.00. Grandstand admission is $15 for adults, kids 6-11 4.00, Senior and active military $7.00, with 5 and under free.

We encourage everyone to make plans to come out a watch these events over the Holiday weekend. For more information visit www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com

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April 27, 2008

Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series to Flippin & West Plains

The Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series is gearing up for a double header weekend beginning at North Central Arkansas Speedway in Flippin, AR on Friday night May 2 and ending at West Plains Motor Speedway on Saturday May 3rd. The Show-Me Series has completed two events for 2008, with Leslie Essary topping the 30 car field at Tri-State Speedway in early April, and Jim Fulp taking the win over the 34 car field at Springfield Raceway on April 19. Going in to this double-race weekend, 2005 Rookie of the Year contender Jeremy Kelley has a 6 point lead in the point standings over 2007 Champ Leslie Essary. Shane Essary, Jim Fulp & Conner Ward round out the remainder of the top five in points.

On Friday night May 2 at North Central Arkansas Speedway in Flippin, AR, Gates open at 6:00 pm, with Hot laps at 7:30, Racing starts at 8:00. Pit passes are $30 for adults, 6 & under is Free. Grandstand admission: ages 7-12 $6, Adults $15.

Saturday May 3 at West Plains Motor Speedway in West Plains, MO, Gates open at 5:00 pm, with Hot Laps at 6:30, and Racing starts at 7:00. Pit Passes $30 adults, - 6 & under Free. Grandstand admission: Kids 7-11 $4, Adults $15.

The race at Flippin in August of 2007 came down to a photo finish at the line with Ken Essary pulling off the win over Leslie Essary & Chris Powell at the checkers. West Plains Motor Speedway is one of the best tracks and facilities in the country, with Chuck Comer, Leslie Essary & Jim Fulp taking wins for the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series in 2007.

Make plans to enjoy a great weekend of racing beginning on Friday night May 2 at North Central Arkansas Speedway and finishing up on Saturday night May 3 at West Plains Motor Speedway. For more information visit www.NorthCentralARSpeedway.com, www.WestPlains-Speedway.com, or www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com

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April 12, 2008

Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series to compete at Springfield Raceway Season opener April 19

On Saturday evening April 19 the Springfield Raceway will open the season with a different look – one that wasn’t planned – but during the January tornado – Mother Nature did her own remodeling.

The tornado blew away the concession stand, bathrooms, and ticket booth. It also damaged the protective fences around the track. As with most area tracks, these buildings had no insurance on them. Track owners have also faced hurdles with Greene county planning and zoning before a “permanent structure” could be built within the county. They had to settle with portable structures, but even so, the cost to the track has been over $10,000 in unplanned expenses.

As a friendly gesture the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series will run at the track on opening night for Springfield’s normal weekly purse, in an attempt to allow Doug and Jerry to recoup some of the expenses required to get the track back in operating order. This is a rather large cut in the purse for the Show-Me Series, but as series founder Ken Essary states, “We’d like to help them get back on their feet. The Show-Me Series would do this to help any area track that sustained the damage that Springfield Raceway did.”

And a race it will be…. Past series champs Ken & Leslie Essary will be competing along with top runners, Jim Fulp, Rick Lebow, Jeremy Kelley, Kevin Henson, Darrin Barton, Jarrod Hilton, and many newcomers joining the series this season. The fans will see a top notch show with 25-30 Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series Late Models expected to be on hand. The series will then make a return visit to the Springfield Raceway on August 16 for a larger purse.

“We would like to thank Kenny Essary, the drivers, and everyone involved with the Show-Me Series,” stated track owner Jerry Hoffman.

Make your plans for Saturday night April 19 – come out to see a great season-opening race at Springfield Raceway. Tickets will be $15 for adults, $5 for kids ages 6-12. Pit Passes will be $30. In addition to the Show-Me Series Late Models, the Modifieds, Sport Mods, Factory Stocks, Bombers and Hornets will be running. Pit Gates open at 3:00 and grandstand gates will open at 5:00pm with Hot Laps at 6:15 pm and the races getting underway at 7:00 pm. There will be no entry fee for the Show-Me Series Late Models, except pit passes.

The Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series season opener is this Saturday April 12 at Tri-State Speedway in Pocola, OK.

Come out and support the Springfield Raceway and the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series! Visit www.SpringfieldRaceway.com or www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com for more information.

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Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series to Tri-State Speedway April 12

The Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series will kick off 2008 at the legendary Tri-State Speedway this coming Saturday April 12. After a long break from the rained out event scheduled on March 8th, everyone is ready to get started.

Gates open at 3:00 PM

Hot Laps at 6:00

Racing at 7:00

Pit admission - $35.00, kids 5-11 $15

Grandstand admission $12 adults, $5 kids 5-11

A large field of cars is expected including:

Ron Johnson

Gary Chambers

Chris Powell

Welsey Briggs

Matt Walter

Jim Fulp

Ken Essary

Leslie Essary

Roger Wilson

Kevin Henson

Jarrod Hilton

Shannon Phillips

Kevin Patrick

Rick Wallis

Don Cloyd

Mark Penticuff

Jeremy Kelley

Plus more many more....

For the most up-to-date information visit our website at www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com

Don't miss out on the best racin' around! Join us Saturday April 12 at Tri-State Speedway.

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Tech Day for the Show-Me Racin Series, season opener March 8th at Crawford County Speedway in Van Buren, AR

By Clarissa Essary

March 3, 2008

Saturday March 1, was Tech Day for the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series Late Models. Country Dodge, Chrysler, and Jeep in Cassville hosted the successful tech day for the Show-Me Series. Teching began at 9:00 a.m. and hotdogs, chips, cookies, and drinks were provided for everyone who came down. Special thanks to B & P Discount Grocery for the food. Eight cars made it down to make sure everything was legal for the first race of the season and many other fans and drivers came to check the new cars and the competition.

We would like to thank Country Dodge, Chrysler, and Jeep for hosting the Tech Day for the Show-Me Racin Series. Also, a special thank you to the 37 of Frank Tindle, the 5e of Leslie Essary, the 04 of Jeremy Kelley, the 00 of Jim Fulp, the 55 of Ken Essary, the 82 of Todd McIntyre, the 25 of Bo Morelock, and the 12 of Glen Yarbrough for bringing down their cars to the Tech Day.

The first race of the season is Saturday March 8 at Crawford County Speedway in Van Buren, AR. Grandstand gates open at 5:00 p.m. and Pit Gates open at 12:00 Noon, hot laps start at 6:30 and racing starts at 7:00. Come out and cheer on your favorite driver. For the complete schedule and more Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series info log on to www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com.

Feb 7th, 2008

SAFERACER.com providing Contingency Awards for 2008

The Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series is pleased to announce the addition of SAFERACER.com as a sponsor for the 2008 racing season. SAFERACER will provide the 2008 Champion with a firesuit, and will also supply a helmet, a set of gloves, and a pair of shoes to 3 additional positions in the final point standings.

SafeRacer.com is proud to be located in beautiful Neosho, Missouri. They are the internet's number one source for Racing Safety Equipment. They feature products from the highest quality manufacturers including Sparco, Oakley, Arai, Shift, Shoei, MOMO, G-Force, Bell, Simpson and FAST.

With over $1,000,000 of product in their inventory, if they don't have your exact need, they can get it quickly! When in the area, please stop by their 17,000 square foot facility and visit. Take a look at the brand new showroom that just opened in October 2007.

With the first race of 2008 quickly approaching on March 8th, we encourage all of our Show-Me Drivers to purchase their safety equipment from new sponsor, Saferacer.com, located right in our back door!

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Feb 6th, 2008

Country Dodge 2008 Sponsor & Tech Day Host March 1st

The Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series and the all new Country Dodge located in Cassville, MO are happy to announce that Country Dodge will be on board as a primary sponsor with the series for the 2008 racing season.

McKay Auto Group took ownership of the dealership in Cassville, MO on November 28, 2007. McKay owns several dealerships in Kansas and Oklahoma, and Country Dodge will be managed and operated by local people with common sense philosophies. Kurt Berndt is the General Manager and Jay Loveland is the General Sales Manager.

Country Dodge offers a full line of Dodge, Chrysler and Jeep vehicles all in one location. If you see an advertised deal somewhere else, Country Dodge is sure to be able to match or beat it.

In the service department you'll see a familiar face, as Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series driver of the #00, Jim Fulp, is a master certified Chrysler technician.

Whether you're looking to buy or need some work done on your vehicle, stop by and see everyone at Country Dodge. They are located on South Hwy 37 in Cassville, MO. The phone number is 417-847-2137.

A car show and tech day is the works for March 1st at Country Dodge, so get those cars ready and head on down to meet the crew.

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Feb 5, 2008

Morelock Racing Sponsorship

The Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series along with Morelock Racing located in Springfield, MO are pleased to announce that Morelock Racing will be a new sponsor for 2008. David Morelock, owner of Morelock Racing, will provide $100 a night to a mystery position at each Show-Me event and $25 per event to be added to the point fund.

Morelock Racing is the owner of a new Show-Me car, being driven by Chris Morelock (25B). Owner David Morelock says, "We are glad to have the opportunity to participate in the Show-Me Racin Series and glad to do our small part to support the series and the drivers."

This in addition to the several other contingency prizes award to members after each event and will make the payoff even better for the drivers.

The first race of 2008 is scheduled for March 8th at Crawford County Speedway in Van Buren, AR. A tech day & Car Show is in the works for March 1st at Country Chrysler in Cassville, MO. We invite everyone to attend both events.

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Jan 16, 2008

Race Brothers on board for 2008

The Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series is excited to announce that Race Brothers Farm and Home Supply, with the support of Cub Cadet, has officially signed on with Show-Me Racin Series as title sponsor for the 2008 racing season. In 2008 the series will continue to be known as the "Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series." Coming on board as title sponsor in 2007, Race Brothers pushed the total point fund for the series to over $45,000 in cash.

Race Brothers Farm and Home Supply has three locations, with stores at 2310 W. Kearney in Springfield, MO, 2309 Fairlawn Drive in Carthage, MO, and 210 S. Hwy 37 in Monett, MO.

We encourage all area race fans to stop by one of these locations and see what Race Brothers has to offer! They carry many items racers use including tools and tool boxes, bed mats, running boards, tie downs, tow straps, bungee cords, tarps & tarp straps, air compressors, creepers, and much more! Race Brothers also carries clothing, boots, and things we need for homes and lawn including Cub Cadet products. Race on in to one of the Race Brothers locations and tell them thank you for their support of local racers!

Race Brothers, You'll like the way they do business. Tell a friend.

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Jan. 3, 2008

The Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series along with Auto Xpress located in Joplin, MO are pleased to announce that Auto Xpress will be the 2008 Rookie of the Year sponsor. Rob Burress, owner of Auto Xpress, will provide $1000 to the 2008 Rookie of the Year, along with a large trophy. This will make the 2008 Rookie of the Year recipient take home a hefty total with the cash and contingency prizes available for the Rookie.

The Rookie of the Year guidelines have been update for 2008 as follows: To be considered for Rookie of the Year, a driver must not have competed in more than 5 total Show-Me Racin Series events, AND not won a Late Model A feature in his racing career.

The series expects a large field competing for the Rookie of the Year title in 2008, so as always, it will be an exciting battle to keep your eye on.

For more information on the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series visit www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com Also, be sure to stop by and visit with us at our booth at the Ozark's Area Racer's Reunion on Jan. 26, 2008.

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Race Brothers Show-Me Series heads to Tri-State Oct 20

Oct 15, 2007

This Saturday night Oct 20 will be the final points race of 2007 for the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series. The race will take place at the legendary’s Tri-State Speedway’s “Spooker.” This is a very prestigious race to run in and to win. Past winners for the Show-Me Series include Justin Wells, Jarrod Hilton, & Chad Smith joining a list of competitors that have previously won the Spooker event including Ken & Leslie Essary, Billy Moyer, and Larry & Terry Phillips.

Leslie Essary has wrapped up the points championship for 2007, but with many tight battles throughout the top 20 it’s sure to be an exciting night at Tri-State. Come on out for one last “fix” before the off-season. Gates open at 3:00 with racing action set to get underway at 6:00.

The season will wrap up on November 4 at Playtime Pizza in Branson, MO as the drivers enjoy their share of a $40,000 plus cash point fund, plus thousands of dollars in contingency prizes. All race fans are invited to attend the banquet, but we do request that tickets be purchased in advance for $10 apiece. This includes the buffet and festivities will get underway at 2:00 pm on Sunday afternoon.

For more information please call 417-880-9693 or visit www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com

Oct 1, 2007

The Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series 2007 season is starting to wind down, but before the Late Models get put up for the winter, there are TWO big shows left to run.

This Friday and Saturday October 5 & 6 the Race Brothers Show-Me Series will be in action at Lebanon Midway Speedway’s Fall Brawl. On Friday Night October 5, 2007 hot laps will be at 6:45 with racing at 8:00. Friday’s Admission will be $12 for adults with kids 11-15 $5 and ages10 and under free.

On Saturday Night October 6, 2007 hotlaps will be at 6:00, with racing at 7:30. Adults will be $15, kids 11-15 $5 and ages 10 and under free. Pit Passes $30 each night. This will be the final race for the series at Lebanon Midway Speedway this season. Justin Wells, Ken & Leslie Essary & Conner Ward have taken wins in the other series races at the track this season.

Then, on October 20, 2007 the Race Brothers tour will make their final stop of the year at the legendary Tri-State Speedway’s Spooker event. This is a very prestigious race to run in and to win. Past winners for the Show-Me Series include Justin Wells, Jarrod Hilton, & Chad Smith joining a list of competitors that have previously won the Spooker event including Ken & Leslie Essary, Billy Moyer, and Larry & Terry Phillips.

For more information please call 417-880-9693 or visit www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com

Aug 12, 2007

Vince Barker of Nevada suffered an apparent heart attack while watching the racing at Nevada Speedway on August 11. Barker, a former track champion in the factory stock class, was pronounced dead at the hospital.

The Show-Me Racin Series staff, drivers, and fans express our condolences to the Barker Family.

Vince Barker's Funeral will be held on Friday August 17, 2007 at 10:00. The visitation will be on Thursday August 16 from 6-8

Ferry Funeral Home

301 S. Washington

Nevada, MO 64772

Condolences may be sent to the family at the following address:

Michelle Barker

RT.4 Box 17a

Nevada, MO 64772

Posted July 8, 2007

Rainout from June 30 rescheduled for July 14

On Saturday evening July 14, the stars and cars of the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series will invade the Springfield Raceway for their second stop at the newly-renovated speedway this season. The race was originally scheduled for June 30, but mother nature won out with rain early in the afternoon.

During the first stop at Springfield Raceway, Roger Wilson came away with his first ever Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series victory. It’s been a year of several new winners with Conner Ward & Rick Lebow also taking their first wins. Leslie Essary leads the pack with 4 wins, Justin Wells has 2 victories, and Jim Fulp has 1 win.

The July 14 Springfield Raceway event is presented by Lumix Electrical and Hewitt-Messenger Well Drilling & Pump Service. Gates will open at 4:00 with hot laps at 6:15 and racing will get underway at 7:00.

Pit Passes will be $30, and Grandstand Admission is: $15 for adults, 6-12 $5

5 and under Free. This is an $800 to win, $225 to start event with a $50 entry fee

$100 to member non-qualifiers, $75 to non-members who do not qualify for “A”

Up next for the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series is:

July 22 - Monett Speedway -Monett, MO

presented by Stone County National Bank & Fastenal of Monett

July 28 - West Siloam Speedway - Siloam Springs, AR

Presented by Stringer Engines in Marionville, MO

posted June 20, 2007

RACE BROTHERS SHOW-ME RACIN SERIES TO WEST PLAINS JUNE 23!

The Late Models of the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series will travel to the West Plains Motor Speedway on Saturday, June 23 for the third appearance of the 2007 season. Leslie Essary and Jim Fulp have taken previous feature wins at the always perfectly prepared track this season. The 'A' Main feature event will pay $1000 to win and $300 to start the race. The track is located 6 miles south of West Plains, MO on Hwy 63.

Gates will open at 5:00, with racing action set to begin at 7:00 p.m. Admission for this event is $15 for adults, kids 7-11 yrs old $4, and pit passes will be $30. Modified, Super Stock, Hobby Stock, Cruiser, and Youth Pure Stock divisions will also be competing.

2007 has seen great competition with only 2 repeat winners in 9 races. Leslie Essary has won three races, Justin Wells two, with Jim Fulp, Roger Wilson, Conner Ward, and Rick Lebow each with one feature win apiece.

We remind race fans to listen to "Talkin' Dirt with Show-Me Racin Series" radio show on Saturdays from 10-11 on 95.9 FM and 12 noon to 1:00 pm on AM 940.

For information and details about the on the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series visit the website at www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com to find out about upcoming events, driver profiles, "news", point standings, results and more.

posted on May 23, 2007

Subject: RACE FORMAT FOR MONETT SPEEDWAY

Sunday May 27, 2007

Monett Speedway's Tony Roper Memorial

Hot Laps @7:00pm

Racing @ 7:30pm

Grandstand:

$15 for adults

$5 Kids 13-15

Kids 12 & under free

Pit passes $30

Sunday May 27 @ Monett Speedway will be a challenge type event with the open cars.

The open cars will have a $50 entry fee that is paid to Monett Speedway and the Show-Me cars will have a $50 entry fee that is paid to Show-Me.

The Show-Me Cars and open cars will run in SEPARATE heat races. We will draw sticks and set the heat race line up like we always do. The top 8 in passing points will make the A feature. The remainder will have to run a B feature. Whether the B's are run separately or together will depend on how many cars are present in each division.

12 Show-Me cars and 12 open cars will start the A feature TOGETHER (unless there are not enough of one or the other and then the numbers will be adjusted). The Show-Me Cars will line up heads up according to passing points. There will be a draw to see if they will start on the inside row or outside row.

There will be a Show-Me winner and open winner of the race. If the first Show-Me car is 3rd, 5th, or whatever, he will be considered the winner of the Show-Me race and will receive the $1200 to win. The next Show-Me car in the running order will receive 2nd and so on.

ALL Show-Me cars in attendance will receive 15 points. Non-qualifiers will receive $75.

You must run on the Show-Me side to receive Show-Me points.

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May 14, 2007

In post race inspection of the top 4 cars and 1 alternate, one car failed to pass the carburetor inspection. The carburetor was held by an official and checked again on Sunday by series officials Dave Taylor and Jimmy Greenway. The carburetor again failed. As with last week’s carburetor issue, this was a minor infraction which was unknown and unintentional on the driver’s behalf. Following last week’s ruling the driver will be fined 20 championship points and will keep his finishing position and pay.

Carburetors will continue to be checked throughout the season, and point deductions or disqualifications will be imposed depending on the severity of the violation. If you have any question about your carburetor, would like for it to be checked, or have other technical questions, please bring them to the attention of series technical inspectors Dave Taylor or Jimmy Greenway.

Comments have been brought up about some rough driving issues, and point deductions following a race may be a potential penalty for continued problems.

Phone numbers of series officials are on the “contact” page of www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com. Please call if you have any questions or comments.

May 8, 2007

The Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series action at West Plains Motor Speedway on Saturday May 5 was marred by a bit controversy. Officials have been working to find the best solutions to the problems since then.

On lap 8 of the race, Leslie Essary spun on his own, in turn four. Series flagman, Mike Streigel, has announced several times over the course of this season and last, that a car would not be put a lap down when having trouble on the track, such as a flat or a spin on their own in turns three or four. Essary was signaled by the flagman to stay off the track and out of the way of the approaching cars, which continued to race back to the yellow flag. On the restart, Essary maintained his lead lap position and started tailback. In the future, a red flag will be thrown in similar situations, all cars will revert back to the last completed lap, and the car that stopped will restart tailback on the lead lap. (provided they were not already a lap down before the spin)

During post race inspection of Justin Well’s carburetor, one of the four holes in the throttle plate checked big. However, this carburetor has checked correctly earlier in the year. After speaking with several experts in the field, it has been verified that the heat from the motor could have changed the size of the opening slightly, allowing the hole to check big when the carburetor was hot. There was no performance advantage and was unintentional on Well’s behalf. He has been told to get a new throttle plate and it will be checked before the next race. However, since the 3 other cars that were checked passed, Wells will be fined 20 championship points. (Well’s crew chief Perry Lawson was fined $10,000 and suspended for two weeks. Just a little NASCAR humor! Ha!)

Both Wells and Essary will maintain the 2nd and 4th place finishes.

Friday April 27, 2007

Humboldt Speedway in Humboldt, KS

Gates open at 6:00 with racing at 8:00

Admission: Pit Passes $25

Grandstand

$12 adult $5 kids (6-12) 5 & under free

click the following link for directions to Humboldt Speedway

www.humboldtspeedway.com/map.html

$1000 to win/ $300 to start $50 entry fee $100 to member non-qualifiers, $75 to non-members who do not qualify for "A main"

Saturday April 28, 2007

Tri-State Speedway In Pocola, OK

Gates open at 4:00 p.m. with hot laps at 5:00 and racing at 6:00

Admission: Pits $30 -- under 11 $15

Grandstand:

Adults $10 Kids $3 ages 5-11 4 & under free

$1000 to win/ $300 to start $50 entry fee $100 to member non-qualifiers, $75 to non-members who do not qualify for "A main"

April 16 - Midway details

Lebanon Midway Speedawy In Lebanon, MO

SATURDAY APRIL 21

Gates open at 5:00 Hot laps at 6:30 and Racing at 7:30

Pit Passes will be $30

Grandstand Admission: $12 for adults, 11-15 $5,

10 and under Free.

$800 to win, $225 to start - $50 entry fee

$100 to member non-qualifers, $75 to non-members who do not qualify for “A”

UP NEXT –

Friday April 27 @ Humboldt Speedway - Humboldt KS $1000/$300

May 5 – West Plains Motor Speedway – West Plains, MO $1000/$300

Visit www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com or call 417-880-9693 for more information

April 12, 2007

Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series to Tri-State this weekend

This weekend, SATURDAY APRIL 14, the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series will be in action at Tri-State Speedway in Pocola, OK for its second points race of 2007. Tri-State track officials are expecting the forecasted rain to pull out of the Fort Smith area by Saturday morning and anticipate the show to go on as planned.

Gates will open at 4:30 p.m. with hot laps at 6:00 and racing at 7 p.m Admission will be as follows: Pits $30 -- under 11 $15 Grandstand: Adults $10 Kids $3 ages 5-11 4 & under free

This will be a $1000 to win, $300 to start Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series event with a $50 entry fee. Member non-qualifiers will receive $100 and non-members who do not make the A feature will receive $75.

If an overnight stay is in your plans please contact the SEASONS INN at 479-452-4880 OR 1-877-452-4880. They offer indoor pool, hot tub, continental breakfast, plenty of parking for haulers, close to I-540 interstate just miles from the track. They are located just downtown with plenty of eating places, mall, lots of fun things to do. Ask for Racer’s Discount.

Leslie Essary took the first Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series event of 2007. He will be on hand along with Kevin Patrick and Chad Smith who each took a Show-Me Racin Series feature win at Tri-State Speedway last season. It will be an action packed night with the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series.

To check weather conditions before heading out call Wyatt at 479-459-9736 or the track at 918-436-2914 or Karen with the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series at 417-880-9693.

The series will be in action at Lebanon Midway Speedway on Saturday evening April 21 and at Humboldt Speedway on Friday April 27. See ya at the races!

April 5 2007

START TIME MOVED UP FOR THE RACE BROTHERS SHOW-ME RACIN SERIES EVENT AT WEST PLAINS MOTOR SPEEDWAY ON SAT APRIL 7.

Due to the extremely cold temperatures forecasted for Saturday night, officials at West Plains Motor Speedway have decided to move the race to the afternoon. Gates will open at 12:00 Noon on Saturday April 7, with hot laps beginning at 1:00 and the races will get underway at 1:30.

This will be the first event of 2007 for the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series. Many new drivers are expected this season including Justin Asplin of Birch Tree, MO, Todd McIntyre of Cassville, Adam Gautney from Exeter and many returning drivers including Justin Wells & Darrin Barton. Show-Me regulars coming back include: Ken & Leslie Essary, Jim Fulp, Kevin Henson, Rick Lebow, Jarrod Hilton, Ken Patterson, Tyler Milner and many more.

Admission for the "Special" event is $15 for adults, kids 7-11 yrs old $4, and pit passes will be $30. Modified, Super Stock, Hobby Stock, Cruiser, and Youth Pure Stock divisions will also be competing. The track is located 6 miles south of West Plains, MO on Hwy 63.

For more information visit www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com or call 417-880-9693

MARCH 26, 2007

RACE BROTHERS SHOW-ME RACIN SERIES HEADS TO WEST PLAINS!

The Late Models of the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series will travel to the West Plains Motor Speedway, Saturday, April 7 for the first event of 2007! The 'A' Main feature event will pay $1000 to win and $300 to start the race. The track is located 6 miles south of West Plains, MO on Hwy 63.

Gates will open at 5:00, with racing action set to begin at 7:00 p.m. Admission for the "Special" event is $15 for adults, kids 7-11 yrs old $4, and pit passes will be $30. Modified, Super Stock, Hobby Stock, Cruiser, and Youth Pure Stock divisions will also be competing.

2007 is expected to be the biggest and best season yet for the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series, with the addition of a new title sponsor in Race Brothers Farm and Home Supply. The schedule currently has 24 nights booked, and there might still be a couple of additions to the schedule. The series is also excited to announce new supporters for 2007 including Greenlawn Funeral Homes, Frankland Rearends, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Gary's Used engine parts, The Corner Store & Wee Willy's in addition to many of our returning contingency sponsors.

25-30 (or more!) Late Models are expected on April 7 at West Plains Motor Speedway including Jim Greenway, Chris Hawkins, Kenny Hartwigsen, Jeremy Kelley, Chuck Comer, Chad Pyle, Frank Tindle, Conner Ward, Ken & Leslie Essary, Jim Fulp, Kevin Henson, plus many more.

We also encourage our race fans to listen to the first "Talkin' Dirt with Show-Me Racin Series" radio show of 2007 on Saturday April 7 from 10-11 on 95.9 FM and 12-1 on AM 940.

March 23, 2007

Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series gear now available

The new 2007 Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series hat and t-shirts are in! You can purchase these items beginning on Monday March 26 at a discount at Race Brothers locations in Monett (210 S Hwy 37) and Springfield (2310 West Kearney). T-shirts purchased at Race Brothers will cost $15 and hats will sell for $12. This is a savings of $2 per item over retail price at the track!

This special will only be available until the first Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series event of the year on April 7, 2007 at West Plains Motor Speedway in West Plains, MO.

Stop by Race Brothers at 2310 West Kearney in Springfield or their new store in Monett! You’ll like they way they do business! Tell a friend!

click here to see the new design

3-16-07 - New announcement!

New heads purchased from Brodix Cylinder Heads will now have a "spec" stamp specifically for the Show-Me Series and Brodix will put $150 from each purchase into the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series point fund.

March 9, 2007

Tyler Milner’s first year in a Late Model was in 2004, the same year the Show-Me Racin Series began. He ran a limited schedule the first season, but has since became a Show-Me Racin Series regular, and came away with his first Late Model feature win at his home track in Siloam Springs, AR last September.

Tyler plans to run the whole Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series schedule in 2007 to “chase Show-Me points.” Tyler says that he likes the group of guys that run with the series and that he is having fun.

Over the winter Tyler has been working on his car, he recently finished putting his motor in. He and his crew will be ready to go by April 7th at the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series season opener at West Plains Motor Speedway. Tyler likes West Plains Motor Speedway, naming it and West Siloam Speedway as his favorite tracks. Tyler came away with a 3rd place finish the last time the series ran at West Plains, so keep your eye on Tyler as a top-runner for the first race of the year.

Tyler sponsors include L & M Towing, Enhanced Network Solutions, Northwest Restoration, & Ron Arney Trucking.

For more information on the Show-Me Racin Series visit www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com or call 417-880-9693.

Lebanon, MO

March 6, 2007

By Ronnie Williams

The Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series Late Models and The Touring Midwest Fastrak Late Models will meet head to head at the Lebanon Midway Speedway on Friday Night Aug 17th in the 1st Annual Rumble in the Ozarks in a $1500 to win and $300 to start Late Model A Feature.

Over a year ago an exhibition feature between these two series was held at the Lebanon Midway with each running their normal rules as Ken Essary came home the winner of that event.

The Rumble in the Ozarks has both series getting ready for bragging rights as this will be point events for both. Show-Me Racin Series founder Ken Essary, "The Midway isn't all about horsepower, it’s about chassis set-up and driving ability and this will be a tough feature to make as several drivers should be on hand that night."

Newly named Fastrak Midwest Director Eric Rudd and Show-Me Series founder Ken Essary have been able to work this event out for the best of both Series.

The Fastrak Late Models which feature GM Crate Motors will be able to run 100 Lbs less than normal as the Show-Me Series drivers which feature a spec motor will be running normal rules also.

Fastrak offers its drivers a large point fund for the weekly or regional racer at the end of the season will have this race listed as one event not to miss. Regional director Eric Rudd, who was on hand when the Show-Me Cars and Fastrak Cars meet for the first time is very excited about this event. Rudd who had Ed Dixon driving his car for that race saw just how close these 2 series drivers are and feels the fans will be the big winner overall.

Also scheduled that evening is regular point shows for the A Mods, Super Stocks, Factory Stocks, Bombers and 305 Winged Sprints.

Additional notes:

This will be a Show-Me Racin Series points event, however; everyone attending will receive the same number of points. We will not use our regular race procedure for this event. How many points and race procedure will be decided upon at a later date.

Feb 1st - Kevin Henson

Kevin Henson is one of only a few drivers who has NEVER missed a Show-Me Racin Series event since the series began in 2004. When asked about plans for 07, Kevin responded, "To run the Show-Me Series, and try to keep up with Ken Essary, Leslie Essary, Jim Fulp, and Justin Wells - we've got some tough competition in the series. And my ultimate goal is the same as it was last year, to win the championship."

Kevin Henson could pull the championship off - he's finished in the top 5 in the point standings all three years of the series' existence. He finished 4th in 04 & 05, and moved up to 3rd in 06.

This winter Kevin has been busy getting his car prepared to display at area car shows for the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series. His car was at the Ozarks Area Racer's Reunion in January and also on display on February 2nd and 3rd at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds. He's had a brand new motor built over the winter, in addition to redoing the car.

Kevin's favorite tracks are Springfield Raceway and Monett Speedway - he states, "I usually finish good on those tracks." Look for Kevin Henson's blue #15 to be one of the top runners for the 07 Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series that kicks off on April 7 at West Plains Motor Speedway. Visit www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com for the complete schedule.

Kevin's sponsors include ARW Digital Balancing, Marionville Package Store, HBH Engineers, Marco's Pizza, Marty's Motor and Machine, Ruby's Nu-Image, and Kennalee Bolton-Pratt's Miniature Schnauzers.

His help includes his Dad, Johnnie and Mom, Teresa, Jeremy Riley, Victor Link, and Ken Essary.

Jan 3

When you're at the Racer's Reunion at the Shrine Mosque this weekend, stop by the Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series booth. We will lots of information including the 2007 tentative schedule, rules, Kevin Henson's 2007 Show-Me Late Model and the new Ken Essary die-cast will be on display. 2007 Show-Me Racin Series calendars will also be for sale, as well as the "Flyin' Farmer" book about Ken Essary's 35 year racing career.

Also, Silver Dollar City has donated 2 day passes to the park, which will be raffled at the Reunion with the proceeds being donated to Camp Barnabas. Stop by the Show-Me Series booth to purchase your tickets.

More on the Racer's Reunion below:

Springfield, MO - January 03, 2007

By: Kevin Fletcher

The Ozarks Area Racers Reunion marks its 20Th year this season, as plans are underway to celebrate on January 6Th at the Shrine Mosque in Springfield, Mo. The Shrine Mosque is located at 601 St. Louis Street in the downtown area of the queen city town.

Helping celebrate year 20 will be the driver of the number 20 Home Depot car Tony Stewart, Stewart stated he was coming especially for the racers of the Midwest, but also wanted to be present to help induct a long time friend and to help thank one of the people that believed in Tony when he needed a start in racing years ago. The inductee list for the year shares hundreds if not thousands of feature wins between countless drivers.

Awarded this season will be Larry Howard, one of those responsible for getting Tony Stewart started in racing. But not only Stewart, Howard has been the driving force behind many race teams over the last 40 years having over 50 drivers to be exact. Another who put many drivers in victory circle is Bob Davis of Springfield, Mo. Davis was responsible for helping many drivers achieve legend status in the Ozarks including his brother Frankie and another of this years Inductees Delbert Hassler. Hassler started racing in the late 50's and blazed the tracks all across the Midwest, with one of his most famous cars being one of his last cars, a Super Sport Chevelle owned by Charlie Oberbeck. Another one of the Legends awards for 07' goes to the late Jack Belk of Joplin, Mo. Belk's name rang across many p.a. systems thru the 50's thru the 70's, he scored an amazing 35 championships and over 200 "A" Feature wins.

Buck Armstrong's name will be spoken highly as a pioneer inductee the same way they used to talk about his cars in the late 60's. Buck hand picked some of the best drivers for his cars including David Goldsberry, Tom "Bolivar" Brown, Dean Roper, Lloyd Sawyer, George Baxter and the colorful racer Verlin Simmons. Retired now Buck lives on his small farm with his faithful dog "Smokey". Bob Newkirk is another name more of the Old Timers might remember but, from the stories that have been told of him it's a shame he wasn't racing over the last few years. Newkirk cashed many promoters checks in the 50's in his famed F6 32 ford coupe. He was fierce on both Dirt and Asphalt competing at the Ozark Speedway also known as the Fairgrounds Speedway, Taney Bowl Speedway in Branson, Mo. as well as Greentop in Joplin and the Humansville and Ava tracks.

Bob Fielder was another one that had talents to keep a car at the front that many was jealous of. Originally a "Straightliner" Bob converted from Drags to the Excitement of Stock Car racing in the 60's, his who's who list of drivers included the one and only Wee Willie Crane, Terry Brumley, Jim Johnson, Harvey Hilton, Jeff Campbell and "Corvette" John Corless to name a few. Also teaming up with a long time school friend Johnie Friebe, Fielder and Friebe ran many years together and recieved many awards.

Bud Jones and Bud Mckee was quite a pair especially with a Jones prepaired engine under the hood. But Jones help was seeked by many in the pits after they saw the horsepower he could find in the engines. Soon Jerry Shaddy and Joe Naegler was wanting engines of their own for their striving careers. One team that Jones built motors for was a true test of his talent, Larry Phillips abused many a motor in the area thru the 70's and won an equal amount of races proving Jones could assemble horsepower.

Another legend that's carved his place in history is Ken Essary of Cape Fair, Mo. Nearing Social Security age, Essary refuses to slow down. fact is he's faster now than he ever was, on and off the track. Winning his first race 35 years ago, Essary has notched another 700 race wins. In 1973 he competed at the Fayetville, Ark. track and won his first championship then again in 1974 he notched another 18 of 20 races there. His best run was at the Monett Speedway winning the season points championships for a mere 14 seasons in a row. Along with being Inducted in the Ozarks Area Racers reunion Essay was Inducted last season into the Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame in Union, Kentucky. Most recently a book was released about the "Flying Farmer" and some of his accomplishments.

Along with the Legends and Pioneers that will be honored at 7 p.m. that evening will be Thousands of Pictures on display from all the area racetracks. Pictures from the 30's thru present day racing. A wide array of cars will also be on display including a vintage Ford Coupe that is in uncut unrestored condition, just as raced 50 some years ago. Another oldie will be a Midget that has had countless hours of restoration, Plus many more including present day cars belonging to Dave Ware, Jesse Stovall, Restro cars of Mike Watson and Les Friebe, Ken Scott and many, many more. Advance tickets can be bought at all area O'Reilly Auto Parts as well as Ticketmaster, Ron's Racing Collectibles, Greene County Damaged Food and Freight Sales and the Shrine Mosque.

For more information contact Mark Perry at 417-886-3358 or Kevin Fletcher at 417-234-3273

or midwestracing@sbcglobal.net

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $15 for Adult $20 at the door. Kids tickets are $8

There will be a limited number of autographs from Tony Stewart and only 1 item per individual will be autographed.

Dec 18, 2006

The Show-Me Racin Series is excited to announce that Race Brothers Farm and Home Supply, with the support of Cub Cadet, has officially signed on with Show-Me Racin Series as title sponsor for the 2007 racing season. In 2007 the series will be known as the "Race Brothers Show-Me Racin Series."

Race Brothers Farm and Home Supply have three locations, with stores at 2310 W. Kearney in Springfield, MO, 2309 Fairlawn Drive in Carthage, MO, and 210 S. Hwy 37 in Monett, MO.

Race Brothers, You'll like the way they do business. Tell a friend.

Show-Me Racin Series Christmas Parade float

The Show-Me Racin Series participated in the Aurora Christmas parade on Saturday afternoon, Dec. 9. Drivers and other Show-Me Series supporters in attendance included Series founder, Ken Essary and wife Linna, Kenny Hartwigsen and son Evan, Kevin Henson and son, Skylar, Scott and Breanna Fry and 8 day old daughter Rebekah, Chad and Jill Pyle and son Payton, Rick and Linda Lebow and son Kyle, Jeremy and Al Manes, Jim and Lynette Tindle, Frank Stark, Richard Brown, Shawna Brown, Cole Wells, and Jim & Karen Fulp and kids, Madison, Mason, and Logan.

The series sported a float that contained 17 different driver’s race car doors on a flatbed trailer. A Christmas tree in a race car tire was decorated with checkered flags. The winner’s circle sign and a Frank Stark Raceway Ministries banner were also included on the float. A big thank you goes out to Jim Fulp and all the drivers who brought a door and helped out with this project.

The 2007 schedule is coming along. Look for updates on www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com throughout the off season. Remember the Ozark’s Area Racer’s Reunion will be coming up on January 6 at the Shrine Mosque in Springfield, MO. Kevin Henson’s Show-Me Series Late Model will be on display. Ken Essary will be inducted into the Ozark’s Area Hall of Fame, and special guest attendee will be NASCAR star, Tony Stewart.

Banqet held at Incredible Pizza in Springfield, MO on Monday evening November 13th.

The awards ceremony got underway with a prayer from Mark Penticuff, Raceway Ministries Chaplin and series announcer.

A very special presentation was next as Kody Essary, Grandson of Series founders Ken and Linna Essary and Camp Barnabas attendee, presented Camp Barnabas with a check from the Show-Me Racin Series for $1000. Lindsey & Mike from Camp Barnabas were in attendance to accept on behalf of the camp. The series raised the money over the summer through raffle ticket sales of autographed t-shirts and other donated items. A big thank you goes out to all the drivers, race fans, and others who made this possible.

Race tracks that hosted the Show-Me Racin Series were honored next and the tracks include: Lucas Oil Speedway – Wheatland, MO (Chuck Stowe and Kathy Pierson present), Lebanon Midway Speedway – Lebanon, MO (Harold Armstrong and Ronnie Williams present), West Siloam Speedway – Siloam Springs, AR (Rick Magnuson and Trish Bates present), West Plains Speedway – West Plains, MO, Nevada Raceway – Nevada, MO, Salina Highbanks Speedway – Salina, OK, Tri-State Speedway – Pocola, OK, Humboldt Speedway – Humboldt, KS, and Springfield Raceway – Springfield, MO. The series had great racing at all these facilities and send out great appreciation to the track owners and staff. It would be impossible to have a racing series without the race track’s support.

Sponsors were also recognized. Thank you to: Hoosier Tire Midwest, Larry Shaw Race Cars, Martin Oil Co., Custom Cams, Brodix Heads, DuraLite Racing Wheels, Schoenfeld Headers, Performance Bodies, HyperCoils, BsB Manufacturing, Peterson Fluid Systems

GRT race cars, Speedway Motors, 2nd liferacing.com, Babe’s Drive-In, Talon Broadcasting, Incredible Pizza, Driveline Shop now Powertrain Industries, Steffes Group – Keller Williams Realty, Spring Valley Barber, Advance Tire and Wheel, and Buzzard Racing Engines. In attendance were: B & P Discount Grocery – Bo Martin, Foot Dun-it Graphics – Dave Lightfoot, Midwest Sheet Metal – Chris Davis, Kluhsman Race Components – Mel Kluhsman & Shawn Brasfield, Bilstein Shocks - Rex Merritt, Auto Express – Rob Burress, Pushrod Factory – Jim & Carol Hailmann, Baillie Diesel – Jim & Amy Greenway, Hatfield Racing Engines – Tony Hatfield, Springfield Racin’ Parts - Wes and Angie Long, and Al & Jeremy Manes who make our “trophy checks”.

Race Brothers Farm and Home Supply was also recognized for coming on board this year and their commitment for 2007, as well as GRT Race cars for winning the Manufacturer’s award 3 years in a row.

Show-Me Racin Series staff members were acknowledged including:

Larry & Jeanie Butler, Mike Striegel and Denise Calhoun, Dave Taylor

Linna Essary, Mark Penticuff, Clarissa Essary, Richard Brown & Karen Fulp

Thank you’s went out to Lonnie Allen, Jeanie Butler, Dan Mahony, and Ronnie Mitchell for use of their pictures this racing season.

Jeremy Kelley was recognized as the 2006 Show-Me Fan Favorite and presented with an embroidered Hoosier jacket and a $50 Ron’s Racing Collectibles gift certificate. Scott Fry was honored with the 2006 Sportsmanship award and presented with an etched mirror of his car.

Driver’s awards got underway with 23rd position and working the way to the top of the point standings to Ken Essary.

In 23rd was Ron Johnson of Goodman, MO receiving at total of $595 in cash and contingency prizes. 22nd was Frank Tindle of Galena, MO receiving a total of $730 in cash and contingency prizes. Blane Reed of Crane finished in the 21st points position and received $720 in cash and contingency prizes. Blane was the recipient of a $25 gift certificate from Springfield Racin’ Parts. 7 other drivers received gift certificates from SRP.

Jordan Holloway of Monett, MO came away in 20th position and received a total of $695 in cash and contingency prizes. Next in 19th was Jeremy Manes of Nixa. He received the Midwest Sheet Metal Hard luck award along with other prizes and cash that totaled $995. Kenny Hartwigsen, Aurora, MO took 18th and left with $945 in cash and other prizes.

Ken Patterson of Bentonville, AR finished out the season with a 17th place finish and a total of $1145 in cash and contingency prizes. Ken was also a recipient of the Midwest Sheet Metal Hard Luck Award. Scott Fry of Rocky Comfort, MO finished in 16th and took home $1345 worth of goods.

Jim Fulp of Aurora took the 15th spot and $1370 in cash and contingency prizes. Jim was awarded a nosepiece and headlight decal kit from Performance Bodies. 4 other drivers also received the Performance Bodies award. Chad Pyle from Exeter finished out the season in 14th and won $1480, he received a free driveshaft from Powertrain Industries as a portion of his prizes. Harold Ward accepted on behalf of his son, Conner finishing in 13th place. Conner received a total of $1595 in cash and contingency prizes.

In 12th was Mike Hailmann of Reeds Spring, MO. Mike was honored as Rookie of the Year runner up. He took in $1755 of goods for his efforts. Mike won 2 races this season. In 11th was Jeremy Kelley of Walnut Grove, MO. Jeremy received $1670 in cash and contingency prizes.

Moving on to the top 10 – Jimmy Greenway of Galena, MO took the 10th position. He came away with $1770 in cash and contingency prizes as well as a sealed envelope courtesy of Buzzard Racing Engines. The top 10 drivers got to choose a “Buzzard” envelope that included gift certificates for many different prizes including engine parts, discounted labor and other prizes that totaled over $5000 combined.

In 9th was Roger Wilson of Aurora, MO. He received $1895 in cash and contingency prizes, as well as his Buzzard Racing Engines prize. In 8th was Huntsville, AR’s Tyler Milner. Tyler received a new body for his race car from Larry Shaw Race cars as well as other cash and prizes and took home $2665, plus the Buzzard prize.

In 7th was this season’s Rookie of the Year Chad Smith. Chad missed the first two races and still finished an impressive 7th place in the point standings, with one win on the season. He received 5 sheets of metal from Midwest Sheet Metal, a set of Schoenfeld Headers and other prizes adding up to $3480 for his 7th place finish in the point standings with his Rookie honors, as well as a Buzzard Racing Engines Prize.

Finishing 6th this season was Neosho’s Chris Hawkins. Chris picked up $2520 in cash and contingency prizes including an Oil tank from Peterson Fluid Systems, along with his Buzzard Racing Engines Prize.

Jarrod Hilton from Crane, MO took 5th place in this season’s point standings. Jarrod received two DuraLite Racing Wheels, Lightfoot graphics and other prizes that totaled $3000 + with his Buzzard Prize.

Rick Lebow of Galena, MO ended the season with a 4th place finish. Rick was the recipient of BSB manufacturing’s awards this season plus other cash and prizes that totaled $3345 plus.

In 3rd was Marionville’s Kevin Henson. Kevin received a Baillie Diesel Gift Certificate along with other cash and prizes totaling over $3000.

Leslie Essary of Crane, MO finished 2nd to his Dad, Ken Essary in the 2006 point standings. Leslie had a series high 9 wins on the season. Leslie received ½ off a new GRT frame, a set of Bilstein shocks, and other cash and contingency prizes adding up to over $5400.

Ken Essary pulled off the 2006 Championship by 10 points. Ken had 2 wins on the season, and only finished out of the top 5 ONE time the entire season. Ken received a set of Schoenfeld headers, heads from Brodix, Hypercoil springs and other prizes that came to a total of over $6500.

All drivers received a pit mat from Speedway Motors, a Race Brothers Farm and Home Supply hat, and an additional hat and t-shirt from a sponsor’s business. All 5 Rookie of the Year contenders received an embroidered jacket from GRT race cars. The top 15 received a $100 gift certificate from Custom Cam also.

The Show-Me Racin Series paid out over $250,000 this 2006 racing season through purses and point fund money. 2007 looks to be bigger and better. For more information on the Show-Me Racin Series visit the website at www.Show-MeRacinSeries.com.

Have a wonderful winter and get geared up for a great 2007 Show-Me Racin Series!