On a stretch of Route 5 cluttered with modest-sized businesses, only the post office sign is a reminder that you’re in the village of St. Johnsbury Center. Fire, flood, ice
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His racing career didn't survive long enough for him to be allowed to compete on the track his talents deserved, but Charlie Wiggins’ legend has stood the test of time.
Next spring, the life of the man nicknamed “Speed King,” who three times won a race created by the Colored Speedway Association meant to rival the Indianapolis 500, will be adapted from an Emmy-winning documentary and best-selling book into a feature film titled “Eraced.”
IndyCar and Firestone have signed on as partners on the movie, set to be produced by Ed Welburn, a former General Motors executive, and Madisun Leigh of Welburn Media Productions. In particular, IndyCar will aid in physical production, marketing and promo opportunities during the production stage, which is set to begin in spring of 2022. IndyCar is also set to help promote the film around its release.