The NASCAR Cup Series will get its first taste of the new "National" layout at Circuit of The Americas with practice and qualifying Saturday on the road course in Austin, Texas. The revamped 20-turn,

AUSTIN, Texas — NASCAR is gearing up for an exciting weekend at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in Austin, Texas, moving away from its usual tight pack racing. The track has a new 2.4-mile layout with more turns, which means more chances for close racing and action.

Hotel Vegas is celebrating "Texas Forever" this weekend on Sunday, March 2 – Texas Independence Day. The event will include a market featuring local vendors, free two-step lessons, Texas tattoos and live music all night, including a ZZ Top tribute performed by Amplified Heat.