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By Jerry Curry, Staff Writer

Salem Speedway, fueled by the Hoosier Lottery, will present "Semis on the High Banks" Saturday, June 22.

First there will be 10-lap heat races. Then, American Big Rig Racing Series will race for 30 laps on the High Banks of Salem Speedway.

The American Big Rig Racing Series is a traveling division. Supporting this group will be the popular On Site Plumbing Heating & Air 25-lap race on the small track.

The Scrappers will have a 25-lap Kidney Bean feature on the small track. Next, Mike’s Muffler & Brake Crown Vics on the High Banks for thirty-five laps of action. 

Racing starts at 7 p.m.

Here are the entries for the TLG Peterbilt of Louisville 30. Notice that Brian “The Salem Slayer” is first on the list and more may join:SS_Semis.png

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