A social media page, identifying the quirky things found in Minnesota recently, had a post from a new Minnesotan pop-up that showed off these mysterious lights hovering inside the clouds in Southern Minnesota. Those who have lived here for some amount of time have seen these same lights before and knew there was nothing to…
The “O” in Big O Tires stands for opportunity. That sentiment was the driving force throughout Big O’s 60th Anniversary Celebration and Conference in Dallas, Texas – along with this one: “it is only the beginning.” If this is only the beginning for the tire dealer, it hit the pavement speeding, leaving the most gnarly…
MaxPreps is known for its accomplished and dedicated freelance professional photographers that cover high school sporting events, and the spectacular images they take are showcased in the pro galleries. Here are 13 of the best photos published during the first two months — August and September — of the 2022-23 sports year. Images were submitted…
In business for over 50 years, McMahon’s Best-One Tire & Auto Center truly epitomizes what a Top Shop is all about: family-friendly customer service with the willingness to adapt to its customer’s needs and industry changes. Now with eight stores –five retail locations and 3 commercial and trailer locations—and one retread plant, the business has evolved…
A Big O Tires franchisee has expanded the brand into North Dakota with its first location in the state. The expansion extends the footprint of Big O Tires to 24 states and marks the first Big O Tires for franchisees Randy Rhone and Ben Zachmeier. “It’s exciting to continue growing the brand alongside both new and…
Steve Brock says he and his son, Andrew, were put on Earth to take care of people. The father-and-son team co-own Big Rapids Tire, a single-location shop in Big Rapids, Michigan, exalted in online reviews for its supreme level of customer service. From stories of expedited service for a family headed on vacation to building…
AVONDALE, Ariz. — To a sport, he is seen as a rock star and a champion, but to Bill and Cindy Elliott, he’s just Chase, their son. “Your babies are always your babies,” Cindy Elliott told NBC Sports of her 26-year-old son who seeks to become the 17th multi-time Cup champion in NASCAR history and…
Eyeballerz is at it again. Whether you want to show off your classic car or check out the best vintage vehicles around, there’s something for everyone at the Eyeballerz Cruise-In/Toy Drive at O’Charley’s in Owensboro. It benefits the Christmas Wish program. Rae Moffatt JonesRae Moffatt Jones Friends and family will gather once again to celebrate…
AVONDALE, Ariz. — NASCAR President Steve Phelps touted the sport’s growth in his state of the sport Friday at Phoenix Raceway before addressing questions about the racing at short tracks and road courses, officiating, team ownership model, the 2024 schedule and more. Phelps noted the record-tying 19 different winners, including the first three playoff races…
Photo: MFA Oil Co. MFA Oil Co., a farmer-owned energy supply cooperative, purchased Blue Flame Gas, an independent propane retailer based in Marthasville, Missouri. The deal includes trucks, tanks and customer accounts. “Our family has owned Blue Flame Gas Co. for four decades, and the decision to sell has not been easy,” says Sandy Cooper,…