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Star-Studded Lineup Announced for Denny Hamlin Short Track Showdown, Benefiting the Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU

NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin and Richmond International Raceway President Dennis Bickmeier joined forces today to announce a star-studded lineup for the Denny Hamlin Short Track Showdown at RIR on Thursday, April 25.

Related Topics: Denny Hamlin, Kyle Busch, Tony Stewart, Michael Waltrip, Darrell Wallace Jr, Riverside International Raceway, 2013 Denny Hamlin Short Track Showdown

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Richmond International Raceway's Fan Advisory Board Begins 1st Full Term Representing the Best Fans in Motorsports

Last season, Richmond International Raceway assembled its inaugural Fan Advisory Board, compiled of 21 guests who expressed an interest in representing the best fans in all of motorsports. After earning their rookie stripe in the 2011 season, the Fan Advisory Board is back in 2012 for its first full season to assist Richmond International Raceway officials by providing input, advice and feedback on a wide range of topics.

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Complete List of New Amenities and Fan-Favorite Activities at Richmond International Raceway's Spring NASCAR Weekend

When fans flock to Richmond International Raceway this weekend for the April 28-30 NASCAR Weekend, they will notice several new amenities, as well as some returning fan-favorite activities. Those who don’t already have tickets for NASCAR’s return to Richmond can log on to www.rir.com for tickets and information. Here is a list of the great amenities awaiting fans this weekend:

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Signature BUBBA burger Contest, Part Two: This One's For The Fans

Last year, BUBBA burger® and Richmond International Raceway launched the “Signature BUBBA burger® Contest,” which featured NASCAR Nationwide Series drivers submitting their burger creations. 2011 Daytona 500 winner Trevor Bayne was crowned BUBBA burger® champion after judges tasted his scrumptious “Big Cheese,” featuring three cheeses and crispy bacon. This year, fans are invited to submit their creations for a chance to win some great prizes, including race tickets, pre-race ceremony access and lots of BUBBA burgers®.

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Virginia 529 College Savings Plan Increases Partnership With RIR

Richmond International Raceway and Virginia 529 College Savings Plan officials hosted race fans at the Science Museum of Virginia today for an up-close view of a Diet Coke® and Mentos® blast. The demonstration was part of an announcement leading into the April 26-28 NASCAR weekend at RIR.