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NASCAR Picks of 94.7 WDSD DJ's
Monday 09-22-2008 11:02am ET
by Andy Harris
 During our NASCAR Pre-Race Special yesterday morning in the FanZone at Dover International Speedway, each of us on the air made our predictions for the Camping World RV 400 Presented by AAA.
The picks were categorized as who we chose to win (which we referred to as WINNER), a long shot to win (DARK HORSE), and a driver who we felt had no chance to win (PACK UP THE HAULER AND HEAD FOR KANSAS - the next track on the Sprint Cup schedule).
The race winner was Greg Biffle, driver of the No. 16 3M Ford Fusion.
Here's how we did in order of success (The number in parentheses is where each driver finished the race):
Andy Harris:
WINNER - Greg Biffle (1st)
DARK HORSE - Brian Vickers (31st)
PACK UP THE HAULER AND HEAD FOR KANSAS - Ken Schrader (33rd)
Phil Feliceangeli:
WINNER - Matt Kenseth (2nd)
DARK HORSE - Jimmie Johnson (5th)
KANSAS - Reed Sorenson (30th)
Kate Weber:
WINNER - Carl Edwards (3rd)
DARK HORSE - Kyle Busch (43rd)
KANSAS - Martin Truex, Jr. (20th)
Donna Cavender:
WINNER - Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (24th)
DARK HORSE - Clint Bowyer (8th)
KANSAS - Patrick Carpentier (41st)
Depend Brand Encouraging NASCAR Fans to “Do it for those who count on you”
Thursday 09-18-2008 2:50pm ET
Prostate Health Awareness Communicated to ALL NASCAR
fans
 DOVER, Del., Sept. 16, 2008 – Depend, a Kimberly-Clark global brand, Rite Aid Pharmacy and ZERO – The Project to End Prostate Cancer - have partnered to encourage NASCAR race fans to pay attention to prostate health. Under the program titled “Do it for those who count on you,” the Depend brand, which continues to be a valued resource for those recovering from prostate health issues, will promote prostate health awareness, not only among male NASCAR fans, but also the loved ones who depend on them most.
“Men’s health issues not only affect men. They have a significant impact on everyone around them,” said Pete Sawin, marketing director for Kimberly-Clark. “We are encouraging wives, sons, daughters and all family members to talk to the men in their lives about the importance of prostate health. Creating awareness within the NASCAR community is appropriate since research shows an estimated 60 percent of the sport’s male fans are age 40 and over.”
One out of every six men will get prostate cancer sometime during their life. This year alone, more than 186,320 new cases are expected, according to ZERO (formerly known as National Prostate Cancer Coalition) – this is more than breast cancer. To put that in perspective, if all of the men expected to be diagnosed this year visited Dover International Speedway, they would fill every one of the 135,000 seats and have need for 51,000 more.
Kimberly-Clark, the longest-standing, continuous primary sponsor in the NASCAR Nationwide Series, will visually showcase the Depend brand, Rite Aid and ZERO’s commitment to promoting prostate health by featuring a special paint scheme with the slogan “Driven to End Prostate Cancer” on the No. 27 Ford Fusion NASCAR Nationwide Series entry during the Camping World RV Sales 200 supporting the Childress Institute for Pediatric Trauma.
The Drive Against Prostate Cancer mobile unit will offer free prostate cancer screenings at Dover International Speedway during the entire race weekend from September 19 – 21. The screening consists of a simple blood test and does not require an appointment or health insurance. The test takes less than 10 minutes for a doctor to complete. Physical exams will be available if requested. The mobile unit, which features a flat-screen TV with satellite programming, Internet access and healthy snacks, will be open Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. (all times local). Male race fans who participate will receive a free T-shirt and can enter for a chance to win a VIP Race Package to the May 2009 Dover race weekend from ZERO.
ZERO recommends that males age 45 and above should have an annual prostate cancer screening, with African American males or males with family history of the disease encouraged to start annual screenings at age 40. Prostate cancer screenings are one way males can be proactive with their prostate health, and can ultimately help in early detection since there are no noticeable symptoms of the disease in the early stages.
“Prostate cancer is the second-leading cause of male cancer-related deaths in the United States,” ZERO Chief Operating Officer Jamie Bearse said. “We are thrilled to partner with the Depend brand, Rite Aid and Dover International Speedway to bring this important message to race fans.”
Ambassadors, who have been directly affected by prostate cancer, either themselves or through a loved one, will be onsite at the speedway during the race weekend to tell race fans their story. In addition, Rite Aid store locations near Dover International Speedway will have information on how race fans can receive a free screening as well as details on prostate health.
Learn more about prostate cancer by clicking HERE.
Hear an interview with Jason Keller by Andy Harris  Click Here
DelDOT Welcomes NASCAR Fans to Dover International Speedway
Thursday 09-18-2008 11:19am ET
Sunday Bus Service Available
Dover -- The Department of Transportation (DelDOT) greets NASCAR fans to Dover for the Fall 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at the Dover International Speedway beginning on Friday, September 19 for the Sunoco 150; Saturday, September 20 for the Camping World RV Sales 200; and Sunday, September 21 for the Camping World RV 400.
At both of the Route 1 Toll Plaza's and on I-95, additional lanes will be open in anticipation of heavy traffic congestion. Additional toll operators will be working at the Dover Route 1 Toll Plaza on Monday, September 22 to accommodate recreational vehicles leaving the speedway.
DelDOT's Transportation Management Center (TMC) staff in coordination with City of Dover Police and Delaware State Police will monitor traffic in and around the Dover area to ensure safe and smooth travel for motorists as they head to the races, restaurants, and other local attractions.
On Sunday, September 21, the Dover International Speedway's main entrance on Route 13 will be closed for all southbound traffic when parking at the Dover International Speedway is full. When the race is completed Sunday afternoon, Leipsic Road will be closed to through traffic. This will allow traffic to exit directly on to Route 13 and traffic from Lot 2 parking to exit directly to Leipsic Road.
A designated exit route for the Saturday and Sunday race has been established through the cooperation of many groups including the Towne Point Civic Association. Vehicles parked in Lot 1 will be permitted to exit onto Buckson Drive to Townsend Boulevard (next to K-Mart) and the signalized intersection. Once at the traffic signal they will be able to turn southbound only. Due to special routes being designed just for Saturday and Sunday race day traffic, motorists are encouraged to carefully read the variable message signs in the Dover area.
The TMC and DelDOT's Traffic Division will work remotely from the Command Post at the Dover International Speedway with technicians monitoring traffic inside the track facilities and outside on Dover-area roadways. DelDOT's staff will watch major intersections for proper signal progression, place temporary directional signage, and assist with any incident or congestion problems along major travel routes. Traffic Patrol Units will be in the area to help motorists with breakdowns, directions, etc.
The Smyrna Rest Area located a short ten miles north of Dover International Speedway just off Exit 119 is open 24 hours each day, offers snacks and sodas, restrooms, and has an RV dump station for a modest charge for the convenience of the NASCAR campers.
DelDOT and Dover International Speedway are pleased to offer race fans a better way to enjoy their visit. If you're looking for a smart way to get to and from the track, consider using the Race Express Bus service. This bus service is only available on Sunday, September 21. In the event of inclement weather, there will be NO bus service on Monday, September 22.
On race day, payment will only be accepted by exact cash amount, no change will be available.
You can choose to ride from two locations:
* The Race Express from Christiana Mall Park & Ride in northern Delaware, just off I-95 takes NASCAR fans directly to Dover International Speedway. The bus service will begin at 8 AM with 800 seats available on a first come, first serve basis. The cost per person is $12.00 round-trip.
* For $20, NASCAR fans can also park at the Blue Hen Corporate Center on Route 1 in Dover, and all vehicle occupants can ride the Race Express Bus to and from Dover International Speedway. The Race Express Bus avoids race day traffic congestion by traveling south on Route 1 to an exclusive buses-only exit ramp leading directly to Dover International Speedway, approximately 12 minutes. The service begins at 8 AM and is available to transport passengers back and forth until one (1) hour after the race.
* Carry-on items on the buses to the grandstands must conform to Dover International Speedway's Gate Admission Policy, and that any and all carry-on items that can be handled by one person are permitted on the buses upon departure after the race.
Motorists should check DelDOT's website at www.deldot.gov for updated travel related information and live video of traffic conditions or tune to WTMC-AM 1380 for up-to-the-minute traffic conditions.
For more race information visit:
* Dover International Speedway's website at www.doverspeedway.com
* NASCAR's website at www.NASCAR.com
EVENTS
Race Week with 94.7 WDSD
Tuesday 09-16-2008 1:16pm ET
Please check back for updates and additional info!
Come visit 94.7 WDSD and get your FREE copy of 'Beyond The Track' magazine.
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Wednesday Sept 17th
(all events at Dover International Speedway, unless otherwise noted)
3 to 6 pm
Crown Royal Show Car, at The Right Bottle, Rt. 1 exit 114 in the Simon's Corner Shopping Center, Smyrna.
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Thursday Sept 18th
(all events at Dover International Speedway, unless otherwise noted)
2 pm
Grandstand gate opens (gate 3)
2 to 3:10 pm
NASCAR Camping World Series practice
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Friday Sept 19th
(all events at Dover International Speedway, unless otherwise noted)
1 to 3pm
Win Sunday race tickets with 94.7 WDSD's Donna Cavender at Shore Stop, Route 13 & Denney's Road in Dover. Be one of the first twenty to try the NASCAR simulator and get a FREE $25 Shore Stop gift card (one per family, please).
3 pm
NASCAR Sprint Cup Qualiflying for Sunday's Camping World RV 400 Presented by AAA. Hear it LIVE on 1410 WDOV.
6 to 7 pm
Robby Gordon at Delaware Tire Center, Loockerman Street & South Governors Avenue in Dover. Free autographs, meet & greet.
7 pm
Budweiser Celebrity Billiards Shootout in the Rollins Center at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino. Casey Mears, Carl Edwards, Bobby Labonte, Kasey Kahne, Ryan Newman, Denny Hamlin and Clint Bowyer will participate. Read more HERE.
7 to 8 pm
Rusty Wallace and Steven Wallace, driver of the No. 66 5-Hour Energy Nationwide Series Chevrolet, at Shore Stop, 270 S. DuPont Highway (Rt. 13) in Camden. Autographs and No. 66 show car on display.
8 to 9 pm
The NASCAR Weekend Special with Andy Harris, Eric Fendt, and Mike Aukett. Driver audio and race weekend preview, on 94.7 WDSD.
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Saturday Sept 20th
(all events at Dover International Speedway, unless otherwise noted)
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Andy Harris LIVE on 94.7 WDSD in the FanZone at Dover International Speedway.
1 to 3pm
Win Sunday race tickets with Kathryn Alt from the River 92.9 at Shore Stop, Route 13 just south of Webb's Lane in Dover. Be one of the first twenty to try the NASCAR simulator and get a FREE $25 Shore Stop gift card (one per family, please).
1 p.m.
Richard Petty will be honored with a marquee plaque on the Monster Monument at Victory Plaza. The monument is outside of Turn 4 at the speedway, near the FanZone. A free autograph session with "The King" begins at 2 p.m.
3 p.m.
NASCAR Nationwide Series Camping World RV Sales 200 Supporting the Childress Institute for Pediatric Trauma at Dover International Speedway. Hear it LIVE on 1410 WDOV.
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Sunday Sept 21st
(all events at Dover International Speedway, unless otherwise noted)
6 a.m. to Noon
The NASCAR Pre-Race Special on 94.7 WDSD
Delaware's Continuous Country Music, NASCAR Race Info, Timesaver Traffic & Transit Reports, FREE copies of 'Beyond The Track' magazine, and more! LIVE from Victory Plaza near the Monster Monument.
Hosted by Andy Harris, Donna Cavender, Phil Feliceangeli, and Kate Weber.
12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Inside Track on MRN, on 94.7 WDSD
1:15 p.m
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Camping World RV 400 Presented by AAA on 94.7 WDSD.
DOVER INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY
Weekend Schedule
Tuesday 09-16-2008 12:18pm ET
Sept. 19-21, 2008 NASCAR race weekend
| Thursday, September 18 | Series | Event | Time |
| Grandstand gate opens (gate 3) | 2:00pm |
| NASCAR Camping World Series practice | 2:00pm-3:10pm |
| NASCAR Camping World Series final practice | 3:50pm-5:00pm |
| Friday, September 19 | Series | Event | Time |
| Grandstand gates open | 9:00am |
| NASCAR Nationwide Series practice | 9:30am-10:50am |
| NASCAR Sprint Cup Series practice | 11:00am-12:30pm |
| NASCAR Camping World Series qualifying | 12:40pm |
| NASCAR Nationwide Series final practice | 1:50pm-3:00pm |
| NASCAR Sprint Cup Series qualifying | 3:10pm |
| NASCAR Camping World Series driver introductions | 4:30pm |
| NASCAR Camping World Series "Sunoco 150" race | 4:45pm
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| Saturday, September 20 | Series | Event | Time |
| Grandstand gates open | 9:00am |
| NASCAR Nationwide Series qualifying | 11:05am |
| NASCAR Sprint Cup Series practice | 12:30pm-1:15pm |
| NASCAR Sprint Cup Series final practice | 1:50pm-2:50pm |
| NASCAR Nationwide Series driver introductions | 3:00pm |
| NASCAR Nationwide Series "Camping World RV Sales 200 supporting the Childress Institute for Pediatric Trauma" race | 3:30pm
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| Sunday, September 21 | Series | Event | Time |
| Grandstand gates open | 9:00am |
| Pre-race activities | 12:30pm |
| NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver introductions | 1:30pm |
| NASCAR Sprint Cup Series "Camping World RV 400 presented by AAA" race | 2:00pm
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(schedule subject to change)
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