Jackson Dragway, River Road Raceway set to close
JACKSON, Tenn. — Jackson Dragway, LLC announced on Monday it will be officially closing, along with River Road Raceway.
In a statement released on Facebook, the organization says this decision came after much consideration. This announcement also comes after a recent fatal one-vehicle crash at the Jackson Dragway.
View the full statement released, including a message from owner Don Baskin, below.
“We have made the decision to close Jackson Dragway, LLC and River Road Raceway. We did not reach this decision easily, but after much prayer and discussion, we know in our hearts this is the right move. We are thankful for those who have supported us and our crew and to the ones who have always tried to help and be positive. We love drag racing and we love our racing family, but this is our final chapter. We are thankful for the seasons we got to enjoy with you all and we wish each of you all the best.
Below is a personal message from Mr Don Baskin
I’ve had a lot of great times during this journey, but I have reached a point in my life where I am realizing how much I am missing out on in my personal life. The most important thing to me is spending time with my wife, my kids, and my precious grand babies. We will be having our 15th grandbaby in just a few weeks. My family and my love for them is my top priority and I don’t want to miss another second. The good times go by too fast and I am realizing how much I have missed out on in the last few years. Thank you all for supporting us and thank you to my crew for always having my back and the love we all share. You will always be family to me. I have prayed about this for a very long time and I know with all my heart this is God’s plan for me and my family. Thanks again to everyone
-Don Baskin”
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