cedarcountyraceway Archives

Larson Lands $1,500 Gary Reinhart Memorial Modified Victory

By Jerry Mackey TIPTON, Iowa (Oct. 11, 2026) — The third time proved to be the charm as the twice-postponed Gary Reinhart Memorial was held on a beautiful Sunday afternoon at Cedar County Raceway. A total of 121 race teams took part in the special event honoring Gary Reinhart, one of the pioneers of the IMCA Modified division. The Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds headlined Sunday’s program with a 25-lap, $1,500-to-win feature that went flag-to-flag. Jeff “Bone” Larson of Freeport, Ill., prevailed over a talented field to capture the Gary Reinhart Memorial victory. Beaver Dam, Wis., driver Brandon Schmitt advanced six positions to finish second, while California native Cody Laney took third. Spencer Diercks finished fourth, with Troy Morris III of Bakersfield, Calif., completing the top five. The victory was also a qualifier for the 2027 Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational, putting Larson on the eligibility list to attempt to qualify at next September’s Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. Richards Rallies From Early Setback for Stock Car Victory Braden Richards appeared to have his [Read More]

Heavy Rains Force Cedar County Changes; Reinhart Memorial Reset for Oct. 11

By Jerry Mackey TIPTON, Iowa (Oct. 3, 2026) — Heavy rains throughout the week in the Tipton area forced Darkside Promotions officials Ryan Duhme and Tim Current to postpone racing scheduled at Cedar County Raceway. Both the Gary Reinhart Memorial and Fall Bash fell victim to the wet weather after heavy rainfall left the Cedar County Fairgrounds saturated without enough drying time for racing to be held over the weekend. The Gary Reinhart Memorial has been rescheduled for Sunday, Oct. 11, at Cedar County Raceway. Gates will open at noon, with hot laps scheduled for 2 p.m. The program will feature Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds, Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars, Karl Kustoms IMCA Northern SportMods, and Sunoco IMCA Hobby Stocks. With the Cedar County Fairgrounds unavailable for the remainder of October, the Fall Bash will move to Maquoketa Speedway. An open practice is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 29, followed by full racing programs Friday and Saturday, Oct. 30-31.

Laney Holds Off Diercks in Traffic for Kathy Dlouhy Memorial Victory at Cedar County

By Jerry Mackey TIPTON, Iowa (Sept. 27, 2026) — Cedar County Raceway hosted 152 race teams Sunday for the Kathy Dlouhy Memorial, an event honoring a woman who poured her heart and soul into the Tipton facility. The Modifieds headlined the program with 24 cars taking the green for the 20-lap, $1,500-to-win feature. Cody Laney advanced from the third row and took the lead away from early pacesetter Donovan Lodge. Laney remained out front as Spencer Diercks began closing the gap late in the race. Lapped traffic gave Diercks an opportunity to challenge in the closing circuits, but Laney held him off by less than a car length to secure the win. The win was Laney’s sixth of the 2026 season at five different tracks and his first at Cedar County this year. It was also the Torrance, Calif., driver’s fourth Razor Chassis North Central Region victory. Laney’s $1,500 triumph also earned him eligibility to attempt to qualify for the 2027 Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational at the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. [Read More]

Zogg Seals Cedar County Fair Thriller with Last-Lap Pass

By Jerry Mackey TIPTON, Iowa (July 9, 2026) — Chris Zogg made the winning move at exactly the right time, taking the lead down the backstretch on the final lap to capture a thrilling Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified feature Thursday night during the Cedar County Fair at Cedar County Raceway. Mark Schulte controlled the majority of the main event, but the closing laps saw the front-runners tighten into a four-car battle for the lead. As the field took the white flag, three drivers remained in contention for the victory. Zogg, who started third, found an opening on the backstretch of the final circuit and surged into the lead before racing on to the checkered flag. The victory was the New Liberty racer’s third Razor Chassis North Central Region triumph of the 2026 season and his first at Cedar County Raceway this year. Jace Whitt, who charged forward from the 10th starting position, finished second, while Schulte settled for third after leading most of the distance. Austin Stamm crossed the stripe fourth, with Matt Werner completing the [Read More]

Cedar County Raceway Set To Host “Fall Bash” October 1-4

By Jerry Mackey TIPTON, Iowa (Sept. 29, 2025) — The highly anticipated “Fall Bash” racing spectacular is set to take place this week on the ¼-mile dirt track located on the Cedar County Fairgrounds in Tipton. The annual event, promoted by Darkside Promotions’ Tim Current and Ryan Duhme, has grown into one of Eastern Iowa’s premier racing events. Wednesday, Oct. 1, will serve as kickoff night with an open practice beginning at 6:30 p.m. Camping setup will be allowed throughout the day and a post-practice party will follow the on-track activity. On Thursday, Oct. 2, racing will get underway at 6:30 p.m. with a full program featuring Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds, Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars, Karl Chevrolet IMCA Northern SportMods, and Sunoco IMCA Hobby Stocks. Friday, Oct. 3, brings the Benny Jamison Memorial for the Modifieds, with Stock Cars, SportMods, and Hobby Stocks also in action. Racing begins at 6:30 p.m. The grand finale will be held Saturday, Oct. 4, with the Modifieds taking center stage in a main event paying $3,000 to win. Also competing [Read More]

Diercks and Dierks Win on Separate Nights in Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds

By Jerry Mackey TIPTON, Iowa (July 26, 2025) — Friday night’s Gary Reinhart Memorial feature at Cedar County Raceway for the Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds drew 27 entries for the $2,000-to-win main event. Spencer Diercks of Davenport charged through the field from his 10th starting position and took the lead on lap 16. Diercks hit his marks lap after lap to outdistance a stellar field and secure his ninth Razor Chassis North Central Region victory of the season. Izac Mallicoat crossed the stripe in second while Joel Rust completed the podium. Saturday’s Modified main belonged to Brad Dierks, who started up front and led the entire distance of the 20-car feature. The win marked Dierks’ second of the year in the North Central Region. Jeff Larson chased him all the way to the checkers but had to settle for second. Friday winner Spencer Diercks came home third. Oliver and Reynolds Star in Stock Car Action John Oliver Jr. made a thrilling late-race move to win the Sunoco IMCA Stock Car feature on Friday night. After starting [Read More]

Janssen Scores Big Win at Cedar County “Spring Fling”

By Jerry Mackey TIPTON, Iowa (Apr. 12, 2025) — Drew Janssen added another major win to his résumé by capturing the $1,500 to win Friesen Performance IMCA Modified feature during the “Spring Fling” at Cedar County Raceway. The 25-lapper featured a stacked field of Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s, National, and multi-time track champions. Austin Stamm, aboard the Timmy and Marsha Current provided No. 12T, and Dylan Thornton led early until Janssen, driving the Danny Meier and Trent Guest-owned No. 127, took over on lap 5. The Pella pilot controlled the pace from there, only briefly threatened following a late-race caution. On the restart, local standout Ben Chapman charged low and crossed the line in second, while 10th-starting Jeff Larson guided the P.J. Kostenbader-fielded No. B1 to a third-place finish. The win marked Janssen’s second of the season in the Razor Chassis North Central Region. Tyler Wilson made a long haul from Little Suamico, Wis., to tackle the competitive Sunoco IMCA Stock Car field—and the trip paid off. Wilson came out on top [Read More]

Cedar County Raceway set to host Fall Bash this weekend

By Jerry Mackey TIPTON, Iowa (Oct. 1, 2024) – Darkside Promotions (Tim Current and Ryan Duhme) is anxious to promote the Fall Bash, which has become one of Eastern Iowa’s premier racing events annually. Cedar County Raceway will host three big days of racing beginning Thursday, Oct. 3 and will continue Friday, Oct. 4 and will wrap up on Saturday, Oct. 5. Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds race for $1,200 with a $40 entry fee, IMCA Sunoco Late Models for $1,000 with a $30 entry fee, IMCA Sunoco Stock Cars for $750 to win with a $25 entry fee, Friesen Performance IMCA Northern SportMods for $500 to win with a $20 entry fee and IMCA Sunoco Hobby Stocks for $350 to win and no entry fee on Thursday. On Friday, Modifieds race for $1,500 to win with a $50 entry fee, Stock Cars race for $1,200 to win with a $40 entry fee, SportMods race for $1,000 to win with a $30 entry fee and Hobby Stocks race for $500 to win with a $20 entry [Read More]

IMCA Modifieds, Stocks, SportMods on Hawkeye Land 40 card tonight

TIPTON, Iowa (Sept. 12, 2024) – Three IMCA divisions are on the card for tonight’s Hawkeye Land 40 at Cedar County Raceway. Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds run for $1,000 to win and a Fast Shafts All-Star Invitational qualifying berth, IMCA Sunoco Stock Cars for $750 to win and B & B Racing Chassis All-Star Invitational qualifying eligibility, and Friesen Performance IMCA Northern SportMods for $500 to win. IMCA Speedway Motors Weekly Racing National, regional and state points will be awarded. Entry fees are $30 for Modifieds, $25 for Stock Cars and $20 for Northern SportMods. IMCA divisions join MLRA Late Models at Tipton. Pit gates open at 3 p.m. and the grandstand opens at 5 p.m. Hot laps are at 6:30 p.m. with racing to follow. Pit passes are $35 for adults and $20 for kids ages 12 and under. Spectator admission is $25 for adults, $10 for kids 5-12 and free for four and under.

Cedar County canceled this weekend

TIPTON, Iowa (April 4, 2024) – Point the finger at wet weather and resulting wet grounds, following cancellation of the scheduled April 5 and 6 Spring Fling at Cedar County Raceway. Instead, three IMCA divisions visit Tipton for the first time this season on Thursday, April 18, running with the MLRA at the Darkside Promotions’ Hawkeye Land 40. Friesen Performance IMCA Modifieds vie for $1,000 to win and Fast Shafts All-Star Invitational qualifying eligibility, IMCA Sunoco Stock Cars chase $750 to win and B & B Racing Chassis All-Star Invitational qualifying eligibility, and Friesen Performance IMCA Northern SportMods run for $500 to win. Entry fees are $30 for Modifieds, $25 for Stock Cars and $20 for SportMods. Pit passes are $35 for adults and $20 for kids ages 12 and under. IMCA Speedway Motors Weekly Racing National, regional and Iowa State points will be awarded. The pits open at 3 p.m. and the grandstands open at 5 p.m. with racing to follow 6:30 p.m. hot laps. Spectator admission is $25 for adults, $10 for kids [Read More]