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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News Record, 2015-08-19, Page 7Contributed photos Three -time winner of the 35th annual charity driver's challenge, Trevor Henry and marketing manager Jessica Carnochan. The winner of the miniature exhibition horse race, Doug McNair and horse Coors. Annual charity driver's challenge title to Trevor Henry It was a battle to the bitter end in the 35th edition of the annual charity driver's chal- lenge at Clinton Raceway. Heading into the final dash of the 10 race card Ryan Holliday led the pack with 192 point total, scoring in six of his nine drives. Phil Hudon and Trevor Henry had a five point spread for second and third, making an exciting end to the Sunday afternoon card. Henry and Rock N Roll Legacy got away second from post position four with a final fraction of 29.1 to win race 10 and score 50 addi- tional points to put him over the top and claim the title of driver's challenge champion. Hudon and Holliday fin- ished seventh and eight respectively, adding no points to their totals, but keeping Holliday in second with a total of 192 points and Hudon in third with 155. "Every year an incredible group of driver's come together to support our cho- sen charity," said marketing manager, Jessica Carnochan. "It doesn't matter what it is, they are here and that means a lot to us, and the groups we help fund raise for." This year the talented group of drivers, Trevor Find us on: facebook® • �Att CENTRAL HURON COMMUNITY PARK STEERING COMMITTEE will be holding a Skate Park Volunteer Meeting Tuesday, September 1st 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Libro Community Hall, Central Huron Community Complex. All parents, volunteers and interested people are asked to attend. The Skate Park Project is run by volunteers and if you would like to help out in any way please consider attending. This project will be your legacy to your children to provide a safe, active place for them to play. Help out, be involved in your or any child's future. Please RSVP to clintonskatepark2015@gmail.com by Aug. 27th. Wednesday, August 19, 2015 • News Record 7 Clinton Raceway supports the Sunshine Foundation Grab your kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews and friends! Clinton Raceway's annual Kids Day, which is a fund- raiser for The Sunshine Henry, Ryan Holliday, Phil Foundation just around the Hudon, Mario Baillargeon, corner. Jody Jamieson, James Mac- On August 23, the race Donald, Doug McNair and date that families wait for all Mike Saftic drove to support season long, the day where the Royal Canadian Legion kids and adults alike Legion and the Clinton, descend on Clinton Raceway Brussels and Seaforth for an afternoon of fun, Branches by donating their activity and of course live fee's for the day. harness racing. "I'm always happy to win This year Clinton Raceway but the real winner here is has teamed up with The the veterans, and the local Sunshine Foundation of legions that are working to Canada to help raise funds support them, I know we're and help make dreams come all happy to come out and true for children in Canada drive to support them," said with severe physical Henry, a three -time disabilities. champion. "The harness racing com- Including the driver fees, munity is so supportive of the chicken bbq after the our fundraising initiatives," races, 50/50 and silent auc- said Jessica Carnochan, mar - tion the local branches were keting manager for Clinton able to raise over $6,000. Raceway. Fans were also treated to a "This is just another exam - miniature exhibition horse ple of the difference we can race between the ninth and make when we all come tenth races, with Doug together. Working with The McNair driving Coors to vic- Sunshine Foundation on this tory in the 1/4 mile race. event was a perfect fit, let's Just three Sundays remain encourage kids to help kids." for the summer meet at Clin- The event, which will kick ton Raceway, the annual off at post time of 1:30 p.m., Kids Day event takes place will feature a bouncy castle, next Sunday August 23, with paddle boats, derby horse an all Memorial Race day on race course, face painting, August 30 and the meet wrapping up with the ever popular Legends Day on Sunday September 6. All events can be found at www. clintonraceway.com Zumba, BBQ, bake sale and more. The Hands on Horses pro- gram will be on site, giving kid the chance to drive a real live race horse. Former MLB Blue Jay, Jesse Barfield will also be available for photos and autographs as part of the day's events. All activities are by donation, allowing fami- lies to donate what they can, making it a great day for everyone. "The Sunshine Founda- tion of Canada is grateful for the support of family focused events such as the Clinton Raceway's annual Kids Day. This event brings awareness to Sunshine's dream programs with funds raised help fulfill dreams for children living with severe physical disabilities or life-threatening ill- nesses. By fulfilling the most heartfelt dreams of Sunshine Kids, we give them the chance to realize that nothing can stand in the way of a dream," said Nancy Sutherland, CEO of The Sunshine Foundation of Canada. For more information please visit www.clinton- raceway.com or contact Jes- sica Carnochan at 519-955-6820. trio, fiEART& MAKE STROKE HEALTH it3 Mi a1 LASTcA ASSESS YOUR RISK. OFFICE HOURS The Office Hours for The Clinton News Record are as follows Mondays - 9am - 5pm Tuesdays - CLOSED Wednesdays - 9am - 5pm Thursdays - 9am - 5pm Fridays - 9am - 5pm *news Record 53 Albert St., Clinton, ON PH: 519-482-3443 www.clintonnewsrecord.com