Action Packed Holiday run for the O'Reilly MLRA

Buckner, MO (June 29, 2007) - Following a short break the O'Reilly MLRA returns to action for the Fourth of July holiday with two big events scheduled in Missouri at Lebanon Midway Speedway on Monday, July 2, and 24 Raceway on Tuesday, July 3.

Action gets underway Monday, July 2, with the second visit to Lebanon Midway Speedway of the 2007 Thunder Tour. The first visit, scheduled for June 1, was halted early in the evening due to rain and the competitors of the O'Reilly MLRA are eager to get back to the Lebanon, MO facility known for it's side by side action. The event, billed as the 1st Annual Larry Phillips Shootout Birthday Bash, will see the winner take home a cool $7,500 at the end of the 75 lap feature event. The increased payout is expected to draw some of the top late model drivers in the area such as Al Purkey, Alan Vaughn, John Anderson, Gary Stolba, and Jeremy Payne. Springfield, MO's Terry Phillips will also be competing as he looks to honor his fathers memory by picking up the big check at the end of the night. The Lebanon Midway Speedway Modifieds and Bombers will also be competing during the evening. Gates open at 4:30 pm with hot laps set to get underway at 6:50 and racing action rolling off at 8:00 pm. Grandstand admission for adults is $25.00 with kids 11-15 $5.00 while those 10 and under are free. Pit passes on the night will be $30.00 per person.

The next night, July 3, the O'Reilly MLRA travelers will head north to 24 Raceway in Moberly, MO. The event will mark the first event for the series at the facility since the 2000 season where Leslie Essary picked up the win. Modifieds and Hornets will also be competing on the 1/2 mile in central Missouri. In addition to the racing activities the track will also be having a fireworks display following the races. Gates open at 5:00 pm with hot laps starting at 6:45 and racing rolling out at 7:30 pm. Adult admission for the night is $17.00 with kids 6-12 only $5.00 and those 6 & under free.

For more information on Lebanon Midway Speedway visit them on the web at www.lebanonmidwayspeedway.com or by calling 417-532-6254.

For all the latest news and information on the O'Reilly MLRA visit us on the web at www.mlraracing.com or by calling (816) 650-5063 or (816) 305-6572.

The O'Reilly MLRA would like to thank the sponsors of the 2007 Thunder Tour including O'Reilly Auto Parts, Hoosier Race Tire, Midwest Walnut, Hatfield Racing Engines, Larry Shaw Race Cars, Taylor Cable Products, Afco, GRT Race Cars, The Driveline Shop, Sunoco Race Fuels, Weld Wheels, Chase Race Decals, Gameday Trophy, Bodee's Race Bodies, Duralite, Holley Race Products, Rod End Supply, Schoenfeld Headers, Kluhsman Racing Components, Performance Race Bodies, ATL Fuel Cells, Shepherd of the Hills Entertainment, Racing Optics, Impact Sign & Lighting