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"North Carolina Speedway's Fabled Moonshine Cave Unearthed"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo! Voices

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A possible moonshine cave has been discovered under the grandstands of the historic North Wilkesboro Speedway in North Carolina during routine cleaning and inspection, sparking speculation about its use during the Prohibition era. The Speedway Motorsports staff plans to repair the foundation and replace the concrete ahead of NASCAR All-Star Race Week in May. The discovery adds to the rich history of NASCAR and moonshine in the region, where many early racing stars began as moonshine runners on the Appalachian mountain roads.

"North Wilkesboro Speedway: Uncovering the Legendary Moonshine Cave"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News

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A possible moonshine cave has been discovered under the grandstands of North Wilkesboro Speedway in North Carolina, a legendary NASCAR track. The discovery was made during routine cleaning and inspection, revealing an approximately 700-square-feet open area underneath the grandstands. While no still has been found yet, the cave and an interior wall suggest it could have been used for making illegal liquor and hiding from the law. The next step for Speedway Motorsports staff is foundation repair and concrete replacement ahead of NASCAR All-Star Race Week in May.