Forty years ago, power boats racing the waters of Roanoke Rapids Lake was a common sight. In just 4 months they will be back on the water for two days of inboard and outboard American Power Boat Association racing. The event will be held June 27 and 28, said Christina Gordon, eco-heritage tourism manager for the Halifax County Convention and Visitors Bureau.Â
Gordon said a similar event that has been held for the past three years in Elizabeth City draws between 7,000 to 8,000 people and its economic impact is estimated to be around $2 million, including vendors, restaurants and hotel and motel stays…Â More info