Event jumpstarts thrilling weekend of racing at the Fastest Short Track on the Planet
NEWTON, Iowa (July 9, 2026) – Iowa Speedway announced today that the ARCA Menards Series race on Friday, Aug. 7, will be named the JR&CO 150, celebrating a new partnership with JR&CO, a veteran-owned, family-operated construction company known for its expertise in commercial roofing, cladding and solar installation.
The JR&CO 150 will kick off an exciting weekend of racing at “The Fastest Short Track on the Planet,” with many of the sport’s top rising stars battling under the lights in the ARCA Menards Series’ return to Iowa Speedway.
“For more than 40 years, JR&CO has built a reputation for excellence through hard work, integrity and a commitment to building lasting relationships, making them an outstanding partner for Iowa Speedway,” said Iowa Speedway President Eric Peterson. “Their values align perfectly with ours, and we’re proud to have their name associated with one of the marquee events during our NASCAR weekend. We look forward to welcoming the JR&CO team and celebrating this partnership with our fans.”
Founded four decades ago in Iowa and now headquartered in Kansas City, JR&CO is a veteran-owned, family-operated contractor delivering complete building envelope solutions, including roofing, architectural cladding, waterproofing, solar, and glass and glazing. The company is guided by a culture of care for its people, its customers, and the work itself, with a reputation built on professionalism, deep technical expertise, and relationships that last. From complex commercial projects to residential roofs, no job is outside the company’s wheelhouse. JR&CO doesn’t just build structures, it builds lasting relationships through trust, craftsmanship, and exceptional service.
“We’re excited to partner with Iowa Speedway,” said Jonathan Schilling, CEO of JR&CO. “Race weekends bring out some of the most loyal, hardworking fans in sports, and that’s a crowd we’re proud to stand alongside. We’re honored to put our name behind an organization that means so much to race fans across the Midwest, and we look forward to being part of the experience this season.”
The JR&CO 150 will feature the ARCA Menards Series’ next generation of motorsports talent competing on Iowa Speedway’s renowned 7/8-mile oval. It serves as the opening act to an action-packed weekend of NASCAR racing that includes the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series.
On Saturday, August 8, the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series will take center stage in the HyVee Perks 250 along with NASCAR Cup Series practice and qualifying. And then on Sunday, following a Busch Light Summer Concert Series concert from country music superstar Dierks Bentley, the stars of the NASCAR Cup Series will compete in the Iowa Corn 350 Powered by Ethanol.
Tickets for all events are going fast, so fans should visit www.iowaspeedway.com while supplies last.
About JR&CO
For more than four decades, JR&CO has served as a veteran-owned, family-operated building envelope contractor based in Kansas City, delivering integrated solutions across roofing, architectural cladding, waterproofing, glass and glazing, and solar. Guided by a culture of care for its employees and customers, the company prioritizes relationships, professionalism, and unmatched expertise, backed by an industry-leading EMR of 0.65. With local teams supported by national resources, JR&CO brings responsive client value and strength to support projects of any scale. Learn more at www.jrcousa.com.
About Iowa Speedway
Iowa Speedway, The Fastest Short Track on the Planet, is a state-of-the-art 7/8-mile asphalt paved tri-oval racetrack and motorsports facility located in Newton, Iowa. Our 2026 schedule includes NASCAR Weekend at Iowa Speedway, August 7-9. For more information on Iowa Speedway, visit www.iowaspeedway.com.
About NASCAR
The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) is the sanctioning body for the No. 1 form of motorsports in the United States and owner of 15 of the nation’s major motorsports entertainment facilities. NASCAR sanctions races in three national series (NASCAR Cup Series™, NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series™, and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series™), four international series (NASCAR Brasil Series, NASCAR Canada Series, NASCAR Euro Series, NASCAR Mexico Series), four regional series (ARCA Menards Series, ARCA Menards Series East & West and the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour) and a local grassroots series (NASCAR Local Racing Series powered by O’Reilly Auto Parts). The International Motor Sports Association™ (IMSA®) governs the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship™, the premier U.S. sports car series. NASCAR also owns Motor Racing Network, Racing Electronics, and ONE DAYTONA. Based in Daytona Beach, Florida, with offices in five cities across North America, NASCAR sanctions more than 1,200 races annually in 11 countries and more than 30 U.S. states.
For more information visit www.NASCAR.com and www.IMSA.com, and follow NASCAR on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, X and Facebook.
Contact:
Jake DiGregorio
NASCAR Communications
