08/05/2026
I hate to post this as it’s a very difficult decision for me, it has come time to end the 2026 season at Central Missouri Speedway.
I had told several fans and drivers that I had 2 very important meetings this week, and that I would make a decision for the remaining 2026 season as soon as possible. I just finished with these meetings, at this time I must focus on business and not hobbies which is the main reason the race track is for sale. I have an opportunity in business which I cannot pass up and it will require lots of my time and traveling. This will not allow me to operate the race track and keep up on maintenance like I want to.
In addition to this the speedway has been hit by lightning 2 times this season and is in need of electrical repairs throughout the speedway to keep it operating 100%. This year has been a huge struggle with weather, and learning the ropes of running the speedway. We have lots of very amazing people who have put in countless hours to make the speedway and races the best they could be. I am forever grateful for all these individuals.
I also want to thank each and every sponsor that joined us this year, without these very amazing people and companies we would not have been able to accomplish what we did in 2026.
Upon acquiring the speedway in early 2026 we was up against all odds due to time constraints, it was a nonstop battle to get the speedway, restaurant, licenses and equipment ready for the 2026 season. We had a team that refused to call it quits or give up. We had received several calls and emails from people telling us this task was going to be impossible to pull off. This only gave us more motivation to make sure we got it finished before the first scheduled race, and we did just that!!
I must thank Danielle for the hard work, dedication and countless hours she put into the restaurant and concessions to make them the absolute best experience possible. Neither one of these facilities was operating prior to acquiring the speedway, therefore the work load was tremendous to get these running efficiently.
The amount of work, time, and financial resources it takes to run a facility of this nature is unbelievable, I for sure had an eye opening experience, however I would do it again and again as the rewards are priceless.
The race track is for sale as most people know, we have interested individuals looking to purchase the speedway who will keep it a race track, it looks positive for racing in the future at Central Missouri Speedway.
Pub 13 IS STILL OPEN, and will remain open 6 days a week just as they are currently. Follow their page for the happenings, specials, and events at the pub!
I truly appreciate all the support we had from fans, drivers, employees, sponsors and friends. It would not have been possible without a single one of these amazing people. Thanks to each and everyone involved!!
Bob King
