HY VEE, PAPA JOHN'S TAKE OVER HAWKEYE DOWNS CONCESSION STANDS

(Cedar Rapids, IA 3/28/05)--Race fans are in for a treat at Hawkeye Downs Speedway this year. HyVee and Papa John's will operate the concession stands at all racing events.

The result will be lower concession prices for race fans.

This is the first year for HyVee. Papa John's returns for their 7th year at "The Downs."

Papa John's will sell Pizza, Breadsticks, Wings, and Popcorn. HyVee will offer sandwiches, snack items, and Ice Cream.

Coca-Cola will remain the soft drink vendor, with Miller and Budweiser Beer and speciality drinks sold.

HyVee plans to offer food at the same prices as their other venues. Hawkeye Downs will drop the prices on all beverages.

The 2005 racing season at Hawkeye Downs Speedway begins Friday, April 29. An open practice session will be held Friday, April 22 with Free grandstand admission.

Recently, Hawkeye Downs announced grandstand prices would remain the same for the 6th straight year, and pit prices have been lowered from last year.