Local businesses are well prepared for the influx of visitors during the Knoxville Nationals.
Knoxville Hy-Vee Store Director Kelly Kayser tells KNIA/KRLS News the store has doubled stock on the big snack items such as pop, chips, water, and soda that race fans come into the store to purchase, and a lot of grab and go items such as paper towels and cups, the necessities. Manager of Hy-Vee Wine and Spirits Deb Linsley tells KNIA/KRLS News that no surprise beer is incredibly popular with race fans this year, as well as Bloody Mary mix sells early in the morning and Moscow Mule ingredients are going fast. Kayser said that the store is open 24 hours to be able to better serve visitors.