Sara Dacus

Sara Dacus is a lifelong Arkansan who teaches eighth grade English.

While she was dating her now-husband, he took her to Oaklawn Park, and a love affair with both ignited.

Dacus is now an avid racing enthusiast who follows the sport closely.

Sara Dacus is a lifelong Arkansan who teaches eighth grade English.

While she was dating her now-husband, he took her to Oaklawn Park, and a love affair with both ignited.

Dacus is now an avid racing enthusiast who follows the sport closely.

Sara Dacus is a lifelong Arkansan who teaches eighth grade English.

While she was dating her now-husband, he took her to Oaklawn Park, and a love affair with both ignited.

Dacus is now an avid racing enthusiast who follows the sport closely.

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