TWS Hosts Charity Extravaganza

Written by Lisa Gorzycki Tuesday, 14 July 2009 09:44

College Station, Texas, Even though the 4th of July was yesterday, the patriotism carried over to Sunday for the Texas World Speedway's Red, White and Blue Charity Extravaganza. The day benefited several local organizations and charities including the South Brazos County Fire Department, Still Creek Boys and Girls Ranch, and a local child with muscular dystrophy.

The 2nd annual extravaganza kicked off around noon and ended around 9 p.m. with a display of fireworks over the racetrack.

But fireworks weren't all that the celebration had to offer. There were marines on hand, a local professional race team, Kester Racing, an oversized Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, a car show, as well as a blood drive hosted by The Blood Center Brazos Valley.

There were also vintage Indy car and Miata races on the super oval, a kid zone with inflatables and ride alongs on the track with instructors.

And if rather than riding, you enjoy running, there was also a 5k run. The proceeds from the 5k Fun Run will benefit the Still Creek Boys & Girls Ranch.