GLYNDON, Minn. (KVRR) – The roar of engines was a constant presence the Fourth of July weekend at Interstate Raceway off 70th Street Southwest. This is the first drag strip in the state of Minnesota, opening all the way back in 1959. But for the last three years, it’s laid dormant. That was until Rolie Racing stepped in to bring…
GLYNDON, Minn. (KVRR) — The green flag is about to drop again at Interstate Raceway in Glyndon. Rolie Racing LLC has taken over the racetrack and are planning to bring events back, including drag racing. The Rolie brothers have been into racing since they were kids, and they’re hoping to share that passion by offering driver lessons and junior drag…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo city leaders are still looking for ways to crackdown on dangerous driving and loud vehicle and muffler issues. Police Chief Dave Zibolski says laws need to be adjusted. Current fees for speeding and dangerous driving are low compared to Minnesota and he says they are not a deterrent. Penalties for exhibition driving are $50 and…
FARGO (KFGO) – Fargo Police Chief Dave Zibolski calls it a “big deal.” Zibolski is describing a $750,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to help launch a traffic safety unit aimed at curbing street racing and dangerous driving. They are both problems that have prompted complaints and safety concerns from Fargo residents and law enforcement. “It’s been a…
FARGO (KVRR) – Some Fargo residents say they hope city officials can do something about an alarming increase in street racing incidents. Fargo Police Chief Dave Zibolski and other city leaders plan to meet with the residents Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall. The group says drag racing is especially prevalent on larger streets including 25th Street South, University…
