There are plenty of great activities all over Taylorville and Christian County that can keep you entertained, but according to Lindsay Barry with the Christian County Quarter Midget Association (CCQMA), there is nothing more entertaining than the Quarter Midget racing that takes place at the Fairgrounds. The CCQMA races take place on the back part of the Christian County Fairgrounds in Taylorville. Barry says the vehicles almost look like a go-kart with a roll cage and she talked a little about the races and how fast the cars can really go.

Drivers can start racing at the age of 5 but can start practicing at the age of 4 1/2. Barry says if you are just getting into the sport and want to see if you like it, they have an event called the Arrive and Drive that usually takes place in the spring and in the fall.

Barry talked a little about how long the Christian County track has been around and says she got involved with racing thanks to her brother. 

There are many ways to get involved with the CCQMA. Barry says they have something called scholarship cars. 

For more information visit the CCQMA on their Facebook page and on their website at ccqma.org.