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sportsculture1 year ago

"North Carolina Speedway's Fabled Moonshine Cave Unearthed"

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.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#discovery#historic-speedway#moonshine
sportsculture1 year ago

"North Wilkesboro Speedway: Uncovering the Legendary Moonshine Cave"

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.

via NBC News|
#discovery#historic-speedway#moonshine
sports1 year ago

"Rumored Moonshine Cave Uncovered Beneath North Wilkesboro Speedway"

Officials at North Wilkesboro Speedway in North Carolina announced the possible discovery of a long-rumored secret moonshine cave underneath one of the grandstands, thanks to a sinkhole. The area, believed to be around 700 square feet, was found during a cleaning operation, and while no still has been found yet, an interior wall and small cave were discovered. The speedway, a historic NASCAR track, is undergoing renovations ahead of the NASCAR All-Star Race, and the discovery adds to the track's ties to the Prohibition Era and the sport's roots in moonshine running.

via Fox News|
#moonshine#nascar#north-wilkesboro-speedway
entertainment2 years ago

John Schneider Opens Up About First Christmas Without His Wife: A Rough Road Ahead

"The Dukes of Hazzard" star John Schneider opened up about spending his first Christmas without his wife, Alicia Allain Schneider, who passed away from breast cancer earlier this year. Schneider shared that he will be spending the holidays with his in-laws and Alicia's daughter, but anticipates it will be a challenging time. Despite the grief, Schneider recently launched his own moonshine brand, Revenuer's Reserve, with the help of late actor Paul Sorvino's widow, Dee Dee Sorvino. The brand has been successful, selling out on its first day of launch. Schneider also released a tribute album and a book honoring Alicia's memory.

via Fox News|
#alicia-allain-schneider#christmas#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

Jennifer Finnigan Shines in CW's Hilarious 'Moonshine' Debut

Jennifer Finnigan previews the debut of the Canadian dramedy "Moonshine" on The CW, a quirky show set in Nova Scotia that follows the story of Lidia, an architect who inherits her family's ramshackle campground and clashes with her sister while trying to redevelop the property. Finnigan describes the show as a unique blend of comedy and drama, comparing it to "Arrested Development" and "Schitt's Creek." She also discusses the experience of filming during the pandemic and the close bond formed among the cast. Despite being on The CW, known for its superhero shows, Finnigan believes "Moonshine" will fill a different niche with its eccentric family dynamics.

via TVLine|
#canadian-dramedy#entertainment#family-dynamics