Speedway accident kills one, injuries two

A funeral is scheduled tomorrow for Paul Ballenger Jr., a Royston, Georgia man killed Saturday when a car went out of control and cleared a concrete barrier and wound up in the pit area at Hartwell Speedway.  He was 58 years old.  The Associated Press wire service reported two other people, including a 9-year old, were injured and sent to hospitals.  The Hartwell Speedway released this statement:  “Everyone at Hartwell Speedway ask that you please keep those involved in the tragic accident….in your thoughts and prayers.  We would also like to thank all those who came to the aid of those injured.”