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Major Traffic Mess in Norfolk This Week

Kelly Jones



I've got some bad news, Checkered Flag fans.  If you have to go anywhere in Norfolk over the next week, plus some, you're probably going to hit a bit of a headache.  The following is one of the worst traffic and road condition reports I've ever seen for Hampton Roads.  So, unless you're headed to one of our Norfolk or Virginia Beach new…
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Bridge Closure Sunday

Kelly Jones


Berkley Bridge west to be closed Sunday morning
By Cindy Clayton
The Virginian-Pilot
© May 18, 2012

NORFOLK

The westbound lanes of the Berkley Bridge will be closed Sunday morning for maintenance.

The work, from 5:30 to 10:30 a.m., requires the grid deck to be slightly lifted while maintenance is done on the lock bar, according to VDOT.

The eastbound lanes…
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Tribute to Carroll Shelby

Kelly Jones


Top Gear's Tribute to Carroll Shelby
Article and image source:[topgear.com]

RIP Carroll Shelby

Editor's note: We've just received the sad news that today - 11 May 2012 - Carroll Shelby has passed away at the age of 89 after being hospitalised for pneumonia. Here is our story from Top Gear magazine published only one month ago, dedicated to a…
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Discount Deal for the Blue Angels

Kelly Jones


Hey, Checkered Flag fans!  Have you seen today's Groupon deal for the Blue Angels Oceanfront Air Show in Virginia Beach?

Airplanes are thrilling and majestic to watch, especially when they're shredding through vengeful, murderous clouds. Be a vapor gaper with this GrouponLive deal to see the Blue Angels Oceanfront Air Show at the Virginia Beach Patriotic Festival, courtesy of Party…
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Last Minute Mother's Day Ideas

Kelly Jones


Today is my very first Mother's Day and I could not be more excited.  When the husband asked what I would like to do to celebrate, I expressed my one true wish; to sleep in. 

Now, if your mom-in-mind has the energy, she is probably looking forward to a little more adventure. 

Half of you, surely, have already planned the perfect day…
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Drive Like Andretti Deal This Week

Kelly Jones
 

If any of you Checkered Flag fans are feeling the need for speed, check out this week's offer from socialliving.com for the ride of your life! 

Mario Andretti Racing Experience

Three-Hour Mario Andretti Driving Experience ($199) or Ride Along Experience ($64)

Ever wonder what it's like to jump into the cockpit of an Indy race…
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2012 Schedule for Cars and Coffee

Kelly Jones


It's no surprise that the first Hampton Roads Cars and Coffee Event of the 2012 was a tremendous hit!  Dozens of local auto-enthusiasts showed up to take part in what is becoming one of the warm weather traditions here in Hampton Roads. 

Over the past couple of years, Hampton Roads Cars and Coffee sponsored by Checkered Flag, has become a local hit…
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Road Closures For Weekend in Hampton Roads

Kelly Jones


If you Checkered Flag fans are planning on going anywhere this weekend, I recommend taking some Tylenol with you.  It's going to be one heck of a headache. 

Apparently, spring is the best time for road repairs in Hampton Roads.  Over the past few weekends crews have been shutting down main Tidewater thoroughfares and putting up so many detour signs you almost…
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Smithfield Under Pickle Attack!

Kelly Jones



If any of our Checkered Flag patrons were out Smithfield way today, you probably were wondering what all the commotion was about.  Police blocking off Main Street, children and parents running for their lives, screaming so loud you would think they were being chased by a, ummmmm, 50 foot tall Pickle!

Seriously folks, I can't make this stuff up.

Article and…
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