AKONA 250
What: Sixth of 21 races in ARCA series
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
Where: Elko Speedway (.375-mile paved oval)
Distance: 250 laps (94 miles)
Schedule: Practice 2-5 p.m., pole qualifying 5:30 p.m.
Live audio, results: arcaracing.com
2012 champion: Brennan Poole, 74.09 mph
2012 pole-sitter: Alex Bowman, 94.3 mph
2013 ARCA winners: John Wes Townley (Daytona), Grant Enfinger (Mobile), Tom Hessert (Salem), Frank Kimmel (Talladega), Ken Schrader (Toledo)
Points leaders: Frank Kimmel 1,330; Mason Mingus 1,310; Tom Hessert 1,105; Mason Mitchell 1,055; Josh Williams 1,050
Tickets: $20 in advance, $30 on race day
Information: (952) 461-7223; elkospeedway.com
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