3 crew members suspended by NASCAR for violating substance abuse policySeptember 2nd, 2009 NASCAR suspends 3 for substance abuse violationsDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — NASCAR has suspended three crew members for violating its toughened substance abuse policy.
Obama honors 3-time NASCAR Sprint Cup champion Jimmie Johnson, other drivers at White HouseAugust 19th, 2009 White House honors NASCAR champions, driversWASHINGTON — Three-time NASCAR Sprint Cup champion Jimmie Johnson had the gas to get to the White House on Wednesday, where President Barack Obama honored the 2008 winner as well as auto racing. "NASCAR is a uniquely American sport," Obama said beneath the South Portico, flanked by nine of the 12 drivers who competed last year for NASCAR's top prize.
Las Vegas tourism to hire a terrorist analystAugust 17th, 2009 Las Vegas tourism to hire a terrorist analystLAS VEGAS — Tourism officials in Las Vegas plan to hire a terrorist intelligence analyst in part to assure conventioneers that they will be safer in Las Vegas than if they meet in other cities. The board of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority approved about $480,000 in funding for the next three years for the position.
Sprint expanding wireless broadband services to 17 citiesAugust 11th, 2009 Sprint Nextel announces 17 new WiMax marketsOVERLAND PARK, Kan. — Sprint Nextel Corp.
Federal judges in Ohio consider arguments on reviving Kentucky Speedway lawsuit against NASCARJuly 30th, 2009 Appeals court hears arguments in Ky. NASCAR suitCINCINNATI — The former owners of the Kentucky Speedway are asking a federal appeals court for a green flag to pursue their antitrust claim against NASCAR.
NASCAR says it's still analyzing Jeremy Mayfield's latest drug testJuly 10th, 2009 NASCAR: Mayfield drug test process continuesCHARLOTTE, N.C. — NASCAR says it's still analyzing Jeremy Mayfield's latest drug test.
NASCAR cites potential for fatalities in asking appeals court to restore Mayfield's suspensionJuly 8th, 2009 NASCAR asks appeals court to restore Mayfield banCHARLOTTE, N.C. — NASCAR on Wednesday asked an appeals court to ban Jeremy Mayfield from racing, alleging the participation of "a proven methamphetamine user" could lead to fatal consequences for other competitors and fans.
NASCAR Sprint Cup driver Jeremy Mayfield suspended after failing drug testMay 10th, 2009 NASCAR driver Jeremy Mayfield fails drug testDARLINGTON, S.C. — Jeremy Mayfield was suspended indefinitely by NASCAR on Saturday for failing a random drug test, becoming the first driver to violate a toughened new policy that went into effect this season.
Ards thank NASCAR star Kyle Busch for $100,000 donationMay 10th, 2009 Busch, Ard visit at DarlingtonDARLINGTON, S.C. — Kyle Busch got to visit with a fellow Nationwide Series record holder Saturday at Darlington Raceway.
Matt Kenseth wins Nationwide race at Darlington as late flat dooms Kyle BuschMay 9th, 2009 Busch's flat opens door for Kenseth at DarlingtonDARLINGTON, S.C. — Matt Kenseth found one of the few ways to beat Kyle Busch these days.
Person familiar with test tells AP: NASCAR Sprint Cup driver fails drug testMay 9th, 2009 AP source: Sprint Cup driver fails drug testA NASCAR Sprint Cup driver has failed a drug test, the first under the sport's new drug policy. A person familiar with the test told The Associated Press the driver failed a drug test from last weekend's race at Richmond (Va.) International Raceway.
Mark Martin will drive a full Cup schedule for Hendrick Motorsports in 2010May 6th, 2009 Mark Martin to drive full schedule in 2010CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Mark Martin doesn't want to drive race cars forever.
Speedway Motorsports Inc. asks NASCAR to consider Kentucky for 2010 Sprint Cup scheduleMay 4th, 2009 SMI willing to move one of its races to KentuckyCONCORD, N.C. — Speedway Motorsports Inc.
Ragan passes Newman at finish for 1st NASCAR victoryApril 25th, 2009 Ragan wins 1st race with late pass at TalladegaTALLADEGA, Ala. — David Ragan has earned his first NASCAR victory by passing Ryan Newman right before the finish line in the Nationwide Series race at Talladega Superspeedway.
Oakland Athletics reliever Joey Devine has season-ending surgery on pitching elbowApril 22nd, 2009 Oakland RHP Devine has season-ending elbow surgeryNEW YORK — Oakland Athletics reliever Joey Devine is out for the season following surgery on his right elbow. The operation was performed Tuesday by Dr.
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