What won the race: Second-starting Taylor Scheffler of Waukesha, Wis., topped Friday's 15-car field to be crowned King of the Northwoods, earning $2,500 at Langlade County Speedway. Scheffler secured his second Wabam Dirt Kings Tour victory of the season and sixth of his career.

Key notes: Scheffler's previous Dirt Kings triumph this season came July 27 at Shawano (Wis.) Speedway. ... Third-starting Lukas Postl improved to grab the runner-up spot. ... Bill Edler gained five spots and finished third for his best series performance. ... Jayme Zidar started 11th and finished fourth. ... Six-time and reigning Dirt Kings champ Nick Anvelink contended up front, but a flat tire forced him to the pits and he finished sixth. ... Pole-starting Andy Karl retired early and was credited with eighth, the first driver not running at the finish. ... Series veterans Brett Swedberg, Troy Springborn and Mitch McGrath were among notable early retirees. ... Brad Mueller scratched.

On the move: Joe Bongiorno of Milwaukee, Wis., started 15th and finished seventh.

Winner's sponsors: Scheffler’s Longhorn Chassis is powered by a Pro Power Racing Engine and carries sponsorship from Performance Roofing Systems, Elite A/V & Automation, Gary Belman Trucking, Sorce Services, Diamond Jim’s Used Cars, Tally’s Tap & Eatery, Roger’s Electric, Roszina Farms, BMRE and 715 Graphics.

Points chase: Before Antigo Friday: 1. Nick Anvelink (368); 2. Brett Swedberg (340); 3. Lukas Postl (256); 4. Chris Oertel (244); 5. Mike Mullen (230).

Current weather: Clear, 64°F

Car count: 15

Polesitter: Andy Karl

Heat race winners: Troy Springborn, Brett Swedberg

Next series race: September 14, Outagamie Speedway (Seymour, WI) $1,250