Andretti headlines tire store opening

Racing Legend Mario Andretti helped the East County open its newest tire store today.

Andretti helped with the ribbon-cutting ceremony for The Tire Choice, located at 5720 Ranch Lake Blvd., Bradenton, before greeting event-goers, signing autographs and posing for pictures. Andretti will be on site, meeting with fans, until 12:30 p.m.

Community leaders also gathered to help Dan and Diane Hennelly open their 35th store.

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