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Let there be light: At Martinsville, illuminating decision is announced

Who wants to see a nighttime race at Martinsville?

There is only daytime racing scheduled for, but night racing becomes a possibility with word the track will have lights in place for the 2017 season.

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. was on hand Wednesday at the Virginia track and gave the move enthusiastic support. Installing lights, Earnhardt said, "opens up a ton of possibilities" for the track and has been "a long time coming."

"I would love to have a night race here any day of the week," Earnhardt said.