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Jacksonville Today
By the People, for the People
Hy-Vee Perks 40 at Jacksonville Speedway postponed due to severe weather
A new race date is expected to be announced next week.
Apr. 17, 2026 at 6:50pm
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The postponement of the Hy-Vee Perks 40 race at Jacksonville Speedway highlights the power of severe weather to disrupt outdoor events and the importance of prioritizing safety.Jacksonville TodayThe sold-out Hy-Vee Perks 40 race at the Jacksonville Speedway in Illinois has been postponed due to the threat of severe weather on Friday evening. Speedway officials have advised fans to hold onto their tickets, which will be valid for the rescheduled event, and a new date is expected to be announced next week.
Why it matters
Severe weather can pose a significant safety risk for outdoor events like auto races, and postponing the event was the prudent decision to protect both spectators and participants. The Hy-Vee Perks 40 is a popular annual race at the Jacksonville Speedway, so rescheduling it will be important to accommodate the sold-out crowd.
The details
The Hy-Vee Perks 40 race at the Jacksonville Speedway was originally scheduled to take place on Friday evening. However, Speedway officials made the decision to postpone the event due to the threat of severe weather in the area, including the possibility of thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy rain.
- The Hy-Vee Perks 40 was originally scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2026.
- A new race date is expected to be announced next week.
The players
Jacksonville Speedway
A motorsports racetrack located in Jacksonville, Illinois that hosts various racing events throughout the year.
What’s next
A new date for the Hy-Vee Perks 40 race at the Jacksonville Speedway is expected to be announced next week, and fans will be able to use their original tickets for the rescheduled event.
The takeaway
The postponement of the Hy-Vee Perks 40 race due to severe weather highlights the importance of prioritizing safety at outdoor sporting events, even when it means rescheduling a highly anticipated and sold-out race.
