NASCAR comes to Butler- on a smaller scale...

The checkered flag signals the end of the first race

Despite sweltering heat, hundreds of onlookers came to the Wilson Tire parking lot for the annual Butler Bear Backers Mini NASCAR races held yesterday evening.

The track offered just about every type of driving challenge with straitaways, hairpins and a chicane or two- of which most drivers managed pretty well. However, tires lining the track offered a soft landing for a bruised ego or two, as spinouts were inevitable.

Spectators lined the track as the races began at 6 p.m.
sharp at Wilson Tire in Butler

Between races there was plenty of other things to see as many visited the 'pit area' and there was some exhibition driving to show the skills of a seasoned driver in a twin cylinder 120+ mph racing kart.
Alongside the races, the Butler Chamber of Commerce Car Show lined the west side of the lot with all types of classics including rock crawlers, trucks and motorcycles.

 A full list of those who made it into the winner's circle will be published when available.