What won the race: Piloting Derek Thebo's No. 21, Rusty Schlenk of McClure, Ohio, won from the third starting spot at I-96 Speedway for his series-leading third American Ethanol Late Model Tour victory of the season. Series points leader Dona Marcoullier, also in an unfamiliar ride, finished second.

Key notes: Schlenk also won the June 24 Ethanol event at I-96. ... Dona Marcoullier, struggling with financial and engine issues with his own team, piloted the No. 3 normally driven by Chad Foster Sr. ... Polesitter Travis Stemler finished 10th. ... A dozen drivers completed all 40 laps. ... I-96 hosted the first of two weekend events for the Michigan tour; Merritt hosts Saturday's race.

On the move: Eric Spangler of Lake City, Mich., started 10th and finished third.

Winner's sponsors: Schlenk piloted Derek Thebo's No. 21.

Points chase: Marcoullier extended his series points lead with a runner-up finish; only three series races remain.

Car count: 28

Fast qualifier: Brandon Thirlby

Time: 16.110 seconds

Polesitter: Travis Stemler

Heat race winners: Rich Bell, Devin Shiels, Curtis Roberts,  ,  ,  ,  ,  

Consolation race winners: Bill Bray,  ,  ,  

Next series race: August 6, Merritt Speedway (Lake City, MI) $4,000