K-Town Connection

Happy 4th of July from Kannapolis! The Rough Talk Cousins Chris Hughes & Ryan Dayvault, Chuck “Dr. Dave” Irvin, and David Steele (Big Dave) celebrate Independence Day with a special holiday episode from Historic Dayvault’s Dyno Tune-Up & Brake Service Garage.

We’re talking all things Fourth of July — fireworks, parades, festivals, and local events happening across Kannapolis, Faith, Harrisburg, and beyond. Dr. Dave delivers the official scorcher forecast, the guys settle the great burnt-hot-dog debate, share Lake Norman plans, run down the big Faith lineup (Veterans Parade, The Tones, Andy and Onita Band), and dig into classic racing memories including go-kart battles, a near-dead-heat with Ron, and the legendary takeout of Mount Pleasant Mayor Dale Udy.

As America celebrates 250 years, we wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July. Thank you to all the men and women who have served our country and continue to protect the freedoms we enjoy every day.

Recorded live at Dayvault’s Garage in Kannapolis, NC.

Hosts: Chris Hughes & Ryan Dayvault (The Rough Talk Cousins)

K-Town News & Weather: Chuck “Dr. Dave” Irvin

Big Dave: David Steele

Chapters:

00:00 Cold Open / Hilbish Ford Sponsor

00:56 K-Town Theme Song – Mill Town Pride

02:34 Show Open: Rough Talk Cousins + Chuck “Dr. Dave” Irvin

03:13 Burnt Hot Dogs & Summer Vibes

03:32 Dr. Dave’s Scorching July 4th Forecast

03:55 Boat Plans on Lake Norman

07:08 Area Fireworks & Events Roundup

10:25 What’s Happening in Faith, NC

12:01 The Tones, Veterans Parade & Andy and Onita Band

14:46 Remembering Doug Winstead & Life on the Road

18:00 Tribute Bands: Tim McGraw & Aerosmith Covers

22:02 The Embers & More Local Music

27:15 Go-Kart Racing Stories from the Track House

31:44 Co-Winners with Ron – Competitive Legends

33:26 Taking Out Mayor Dale Udy

35:03 Mo Logan, Allison Stockwell & Racing Memories

35:59 Closing Thanks to Dr. Dave & Big Dave

36:10 Be Safe This Weekend + Spirit of ’76 Bell

36:35 Carolina Pickleball Club

🎆 We hope you and your family have a wonderful Independence Day weekend!

Watch Episode 73 now and let us know how you’re celebrating the Fourth in the comments.

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