Dillow Memorial race Saturday

Published 12:00 am Tuesday, August 29, 2006

Fred Dillow, a popular and admired driver among fans and racing peers, died years ago from cancer. But his legacy continues each year and Saturday will be no different.

The 12th annual Fred Dillow Memorial Race will be held at Portsmouth Raceway Park in memory of the local driver.

The race will feature late models, modifieds and limited late models and bombers.

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Gates open at 4 p.m. with hot laps at 6:30 p.m. followed by racing at 7:30.

Admission for the race is $2 for ages 7-11, $5 for 12-15, $12 for 16 and older. Pitt passes are $22 while children six and under are free.