The Melvin Corum Memorial is the next race at Tazewell Speedway on Sunday, May 28. The Valvoline Iron Man Late Model Series will sanction this year’s $5,001 to win race.
A number of the top super late model drivers from across the region are expected for the Melvin Corum Memorial. A strong field of east Tennessee drivers are expected as well.
Also racing on May 28 will be sportsman late models for $800 to win, classic cars and street stocks for $500 to win each.
During the intermission, there will be a fireworks show as those that gave the ultimate sacrifice are remembered.
Pit gates open at 3:00 and grandstand gates open at 5:00. The driver’s meeting is set for 6:45 with hot laps starting at 7:30.
Tickets are $20 for adults, kids 9 and under are free with a paying adult. Pit passes are $35, kids 12 and under are $25.
No personal vehicles nor 4 wheelers allowed in the pit. Exception: Each race team is allowed (1) 4-wheeler. Handicapped vehicles are 1st come, 1st serve.
Media credential requests must be submitted by Friday, May 26 at 8 p.m. to Michael Moats at mrm4@comcast.net. All credentials must be submitted to and approved by the speedway.
Tazewell Speedway is located just two miles northwest of Tazewell, Tennessee. Going north on US 25-E, turn right and then left onto Bacchus Rd, and then 1.8 miles north, then .8 miles west and the race track is located on the left. The physical address for Tazewell Speedway is 1400 Bacchus Rd., Tazewell, Tennessee 37879.
