George, they learned a LONG time ago not to call electrics names around these parts LOL That only serves to wake up the beast. Flashlight, too funny :D
The closest tracks to you are in Florence SC and Fuquay Varina, NC. I think ATL also has a track now. Chicago too. It's a bunch of fun man. Hope you'll get one in Nashville soon. Have you thought of starting one up?
It took two years to get enough converts for an 1/8th E class at my local track. But I might just build one to do some speed runs in front of the hobby shop and hopefully spark some interest.