First race in Lawn Mower Series held

The Grand Island Lawnmower Racing Series event was held Saturday, May 2, on Whitehaven Road by Town Hall. Proceeds from the event benefit the Kaegebein Playground Committee at Kaegebein Elementary School. Spectators enjoyed the lawn mower drags, kids liked the two bounce houses provided by American Bounce Rentals, and everyone was able to feast on food and beverages provided by Sweet Melody's, Pizza Amoré, the Rotary Club of Grand Island hot dog sale and Say Cheese Pizza.

Results from the Lawn Mower Race

• Stock: John Dingey
• Pro-Stock: Scot Endres
• Vintage: Scot Endres
• 1-Cylinder Modified: Pete Marston
• 2-Cylinder Modified: Pete Marston
• Super Modified: Rob Shooping/BAD Racing

Scot Endres is presented first prize for his entry in the Pro-Stock Division.

From left, Tom Snider, Tom Long and Rob Shooping at the presentation of Shooping's first place finish in the Super Modified Division. (Photos by K&D Action Photo and Aerial Imaging)