This Sunday, September 11, marks the ten year anniversary of perhaps the most tragic event to affect our country in my lifetime. It seems we all know someone who was affected either directly, or indirectly. While many of the first responders in the Central, New Jersey region weren't directly involved in the initial rescues, the tragic event serves to remind us how important these people are to all of us.
Many of the first responders in New Jersey are volunteers, something that has amazed me for years. The people mowing the grass in our local towns are paid, but not many of those who will risk their own lives to try to save ours.
New Egypt Speedway will be doing their best, this weekend, to show their appreciation to these amazing people with it's "Tribute to First Responders / 911 Night" on Saturday. All active first responders, with a valid I.D., will be admitted to the speedway free of charge for the night sponsored by Mr. Bob Drayton Inc.
The first responders, and the rest of the race fans on hand this Saturday night will be treated to a full card of racing action. The Big-Block Modifieds will be joined by the Sportsman, Outlaw Stocks, and the very popular powder-puff races.
The racing action is scheduled to get underway at 6pm. Admission is $20 for adults, $10 for children(12-15), and under 12, free.
If you are lucky enough to get out to New Egypt, Saturday night, make sure you take the opportunity to thank those that too many of us take for granted until we really need them.
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