Last weekend was Richmond International Raceway's NASCAR weekend, but it was also a weekend for fellowship and just hanging out.

Roanoke Rapids native Jet Thomas introduces Diana Patton to her first NASCAR race.

Roanoke Rapids native Cyndi King poses with the Nationwide series Championship trophy.

Troy Smith and his wife Kathy of Rich Square enjoy some down time with friends before the big race Sunday.

Former Roanoke Rapids residents, now Alexandria Va residents used Richmond for fellowship with old friends not to mention some Sprint Cup racing.

That is a mighty big truck there Cyndi King.

Another Roanoke Rapids native John Hunsucker introduces Tammy Lane to the rush of a NASCAR race for the first time.

Sherry and Bryan Debruhl from Roanoke Rapids hanging before the race.