AMERICAN SCENE TO BENEFIT

SPRINT CAR HALL OF FAME, MIDGET HALL OF FAME

For Immediate Release

December 12, 2001

            FISHERS, Indiana – “American Scene,” the long-awaited collection of Dave Argabright columns and short stories, will benefit two notable auto racing non-profit organizations, author Dave Argabright announced on December 12.

            A portion of the proceeds from the book will be donated to the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame and Museum in Knoxville, Iowa; and the National Midget Auto Racing Hall of Fame, based in Indiana.

            “Sprint car and midget racing means a lot to me, and this is a way to give something back,” said Argabright, a veteran columnist with National Speed Sport News. “The people at both organizations work very hard to further their respective sport, so I feel good to be in a position to support them.”

            “We’re delighted that Dave would use American Scene to benefit the Hall of Fame and Museum,” said Tom Schmeh, NSCHoF Executive Director. “As we move into our second decade of service to the sport, this is the kind of program that will help us continue to grow and expand.”

            American Scene is a hardbound, 356-page book containing selected columns and feature stories penned by Argabright from 1988 to 1997. The book features a foreword by Chris Economaki and additional commentary from Bob Jenkins. American Scene is published by Witness Productions of Marshall, Indiana.

            Argabright’s columns and feature stories have earned him numerous industry awards, including an unprecedented five Media Member of the Year awards from the National Sprint Car Poll. His popular style focuses on the people and emotions of the sport, and today he enjoys a strong following of readers.

            Orders for the book may be placed by calling (317) 598-9773. Additional information can be found on the web at www.daveargabright.com. American Scene is also available for purchase at the NSCHoF gift shop.