By Sam Parsons
The 28th Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America came through Oskaloosa yesterday. Over 150 motorcycle riders made a pit stop at Kelderman Manufacturing on Highway 92 and racing fans got to meet a few racing legends, including Richard Petty and Kenny Wallace, all while having the opportunity to donate to the charity that the ride benefits: Victory Junction.
Petty said that the city of Oskaloosa had rolled out the red carpet in ways that even he wasn’t used to.
Victory Junction President and CEO Chad Coltrane has been touring with the riders. He said that the charity ride was the single largest source of donations for the camp every year, and highlighted some of the good work they do.
Oskaloosa Mayor Dave Krutzfeldt spoke briefly at the event and read a proclamation from the city of Oskaloosa that May 6, 2024, would be known as Kyle Petty Charity Ride Day in the city.
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