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Want to give a BIG THANK YOU to AJC Racing (The Canterberry's) and also to ANDY'S GARAGE for teaming up with us for the Josh Jarrett Memorial at Doe Run Raceway next Friday, June 20th!! Thank you all! But we still have a long way to go, so... keep it up!!
For all your mechanical maintenance and 4X4 needs, Lift Kits, Custom Wheels and Tires, Diesel Performance, diagnostics and repair, or just a basic tune-up, stop by Andy's Garage and let their staff take care of you and you're ride. Believe it or not, Professional and Honest CAN be found in the same place, and that place is 5918 Maple St., off of Highway 8 just west of Park Hills, or give them a call at 573-431-2626! ANDY'S GARAGE!!!
Seeking partners for 2nd Annual Josh Jarrett Memorial, Friday June 20th.
Josh Jarrett was a very special young man. He faced health problems that began way too soon. At the age of 1, his skin began to change color (jaundice). He w...as diagnosed with bileria atresia. It's a disorder that causes the liver to fail. Josh would need a transplant. While on the waiting list, his heart began to fail. He would now need a heart transplant also.
Josh had to under go two separate major transplants at two separate times. The doctors gave him a 5% chance of survival.
Fast forward - Josh began to make national headlines as the doctors were amazed at his recovery. He went on to graduate high school and chase his dreams, working on cars, restoring classic vehicles... He built his own truck, and began racing dirt cars. Josh became a part of our racing family and began racing his #21 MiniStock at Doe Run Raceway.
A few years ago, after beating all the odds, devastation of sickness struck again. Josh was diagnosed with lymphoma. Doctors told Josh the cancer is likely a direct result from the anti-rejection drugs he has taken everyday since his transplant surgeries.
I remember standing in the doorway of the tower at DRR, and seeing Josh's car pull thru the gate. Hauled in by his father and brother. But no Josh. Then, right before hot laps began, here he comes - straight from Siteman where he got his chemo treatments. Yes, he would go every Friday, then come straight from the hospital to the race track with enough time to suit up and strap in.
He was strong. You knew he was tired, completely exhausted, but you could not tell it by the big glowing smile on his face. He was strong and happy.
I remember the night that I had the honor of announcing that the cancer was GONE! That was an awesome feeling just to be able to share the great news with the crowd. What an awesome night that was.
Then a few weeks after the season ended, Josh got sick again. This one hit hard and fast.
Sadly, on Wednesday, October 24, 2012, Josh passed away at the age of 23.
Friday, June 20th, we will celebrate Josh's life with a special MiniStock race, just the way he would have wanted it. There will also be a ceremony during intermission in honor of Josh.
The 2nd Annual Josh Jarrett Memorial At DRR!
Kids Caged Karts, 600cc Micros, B-Modifieds, Pure Streets, and MiniStocks.
MiniStocks will be racing a 21 lap feature (Josh's car number was 21)
Thanks to some amazing sponsors, the payout for the MiniStocks for this race last year was increased $500 to win, and $50 to start, and we would love to keep it that way or even raise it if at all possible, but we need help to make it happen.
Those who would be willing to help sponsor this night if racing will get advertisement via our social networking sites, racing forum sites, our track website, and any other ways we can find to help you for helping us.
And check this out, here is a DEAL that can't be beat! If you let us know you are on board BY THIS FRIDAY, June 13th, we'll get you an extra night of us pushing your business over the PA at the racetrack THIS FRIDAY NIGHT during our Double Down Challenge, which is Night 1 of a 2 day show in partnership with Southern Illinois Raceway in Marion, Illinois on Saturday night. This is a special race for the 600cc Micro Sprint division, which brings in a larger crowd, which means more people get to hear about your business during your additional night of advertising as a thanks to YOU for helping us with the Josh Jarrett Memorial.
If interested, or for questions or more information, contact:
Mike Helvey, Doe Run Raceway PR/Promoter @ (573) 366-9249
OR
Bob Johnson, Doe Run Raceway Owner/Promoter @ (573) 760-4013
For all your mechanical maintenance and 4X4 needs, Lift Kits, Custom Wheels and Tires, Diesel Performance, diagnostics and repair, or just a basic tune-up, stop by Andy's Garage and let their staff take care of you and you're ride. Believe it or not, Professional and Honest CAN be found in the same place, and that place is 5918 Maple St., off of Highway 8 just west of Park Hills, or give them a call at 573-431-2626! ANDY'S GARAGE!!!
Seeking partners for 2nd Annual Josh Jarrett Memorial, Friday June 20th.
Josh Jarrett was a very special young man. He faced health problems that began way too soon. At the age of 1, his skin began to change color (jaundice). He w...as diagnosed with bileria atresia. It's a disorder that causes the liver to fail. Josh would need a transplant. While on the waiting list, his heart began to fail. He would now need a heart transplant also.
Josh had to under go two separate major transplants at two separate times. The doctors gave him a 5% chance of survival.
Fast forward - Josh began to make national headlines as the doctors were amazed at his recovery. He went on to graduate high school and chase his dreams, working on cars, restoring classic vehicles... He built his own truck, and began racing dirt cars. Josh became a part of our racing family and began racing his #21 MiniStock at Doe Run Raceway.
A few years ago, after beating all the odds, devastation of sickness struck again. Josh was diagnosed with lymphoma. Doctors told Josh the cancer is likely a direct result from the anti-rejection drugs he has taken everyday since his transplant surgeries.
I remember standing in the doorway of the tower at DRR, and seeing Josh's car pull thru the gate. Hauled in by his father and brother. But no Josh. Then, right before hot laps began, here he comes - straight from Siteman where he got his chemo treatments. Yes, he would go every Friday, then come straight from the hospital to the race track with enough time to suit up and strap in.
He was strong. You knew he was tired, completely exhausted, but you could not tell it by the big glowing smile on his face. He was strong and happy.
I remember the night that I had the honor of announcing that the cancer was GONE! That was an awesome feeling just to be able to share the great news with the crowd. What an awesome night that was.
Then a few weeks after the season ended, Josh got sick again. This one hit hard and fast.
Sadly, on Wednesday, October 24, 2012, Josh passed away at the age of 23.
Friday, June 20th, we will celebrate Josh's life with a special MiniStock race, just the way he would have wanted it. There will also be a ceremony during intermission in honor of Josh.
The 2nd Annual Josh Jarrett Memorial At DRR!
Kids Caged Karts, 600cc Micros, B-Modifieds, Pure Streets, and MiniStocks.
MiniStocks will be racing a 21 lap feature (Josh's car number was 21)
Thanks to some amazing sponsors, the payout for the MiniStocks for this race last year was increased $500 to win, and $50 to start, and we would love to keep it that way or even raise it if at all possible, but we need help to make it happen.
Those who would be willing to help sponsor this night if racing will get advertisement via our social networking sites, racing forum sites, our track website, and any other ways we can find to help you for helping us.
And check this out, here is a DEAL that can't be beat! If you let us know you are on board BY THIS FRIDAY, June 13th, we'll get you an extra night of us pushing your business over the PA at the racetrack THIS FRIDAY NIGHT during our Double Down Challenge, which is Night 1 of a 2 day show in partnership with Southern Illinois Raceway in Marion, Illinois on Saturday night. This is a special race for the 600cc Micro Sprint division, which brings in a larger crowd, which means more people get to hear about your business during your additional night of advertising as a thanks to YOU for helping us with the Josh Jarrett Memorial.
If interested, or for questions or more information, contact:
Mike Helvey, Doe Run Raceway PR/Promoter @ (573) 366-9249
OR
Bob Johnson, Doe Run Raceway Owner/Promoter @ (573) 760-4013
