It was a family affair at the Merritt Speedway this past weekend, with dozens of local families gathering at the track to take in the sights and sounds of another race day, along with some family specific offerings.
Adam Lebeau, dirt track racing driver, brings cancer awareness to the speedway with his black and pink car and hopes to bring a smile to those who need it.
It’s been a successful season for Merritt’s own professional motorcycle drag racer, Matt Mackay-Smith of MTMM Racing. The Herald had a chance to catch up with the long time racer and mechanic following two of his recent events.
Things got back in gear after the winter in Shulus this weekend, with the Merritt Speedway once again filled with the sounds and sights of the classic community favourite: race day.
The Merritt Speedway is gearing up for its 2023 season, bringing back high octane dirt track action to fans throughout the spring and summer, along with some new additions to the racing lineup.
The Nicola Valley Dirt Riders Association ended their 2022 season with outstanding performances from all its members at the Pacific North West Motorcycle Association (PNWMA) Cross-Country Race Series.
After much public cheer and praise on a local Facebook group, the Grinch himself is hosting a ‘Photos with the Grinch’ event at Murray GM to raise funds for the MSCA’s Kids Club. Christopher Jones, a local rancher and the masked man at the wheel of the green car, chose the Grinch look for the parade because of the bright green colour of his car.
Another drag race season has concluded this year, and as local racer Matt Mackay-Smith sped his way to personal bests, another member of his family got in on the action. With his son Linden showing potential at the tracks, it is no doubt that the Mackay-Smith’s will be in the racing scene for a long time.
With her recent invitation to become part of the 2022 Singapore Grand Prix officiating crew, Merritt native, Nicki LaChapelle has taken her passion for racing to the highest level, while representing Merritt and Canada on a global stage.
While some opted for a quiet and relaxed Father’s Day at home, the participants of the Nicola Valley Dirt Riders Association’s ‘Bar Bender’ wanted a more thrilling and high octane approach.
The Merritt Stock Car Association is getting back in gear after multiple seasons hampered by fire, flooding, and pandemic restrictions. They are optimistic about a better than ever return after the Merritt Speedway’s May long weekend opener.
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