NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Motorbike racing is headed to downtown Nashville this summer!
On Thursday, August 22, Red Bull will take over lower Broadway, transforming it into a Hard Enduro dirt bike competition. This competition will combine the most extreme elements of racing in a head-to-head competition!
This is a free event to attend! Spectators will be able to access select rooftops to watch!
Here's a look at the tentative schedule:
Wednesday, August 21:
- 8:00 a.m. – Broadway closed between 1st Ave and 3rd Ave
- 2nd Ave South remains open
- Course build between 1st and 2nd
Thursday, August 22:
- 6:00 a.m. – closure of 2nd Ave South (from Demonbreun St.)
- 2:00 p.m. – 3rd Ave closes (from Demonbreun St. to Commerce St.)
- 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. – Rider Practice
- 7:00 p.m. – National Anthem
- 7:15 p.m. - Round of 16
- 8:30 p.m. - Quarter Finals
- 9:10 p.m. - Semi Finals and 3rd place race
- 9:45 p.m. - Final
- 10:00 p.m. - End of show
- 11:00 p.m. - Load Out (Overnight if necessary)
Friday, August 23:
- 12:00 p.m. – Broadway open
Do you have more information about this story? You can email me at (kelly.broderick@newschannel5.com).
It’s a sad reality that area animal shelters and non-profit rescue organizations face constant overcrowding -- with so many dogs, cats and other animals waiting for a forever home. Jason Lamb reports here that Metro leaders are working with those groups – including Critter Cavalry – to find solutions. I’ve fostered a dog from Critter Cavalry, so I understand the need is great. And I found my pup Domino through another local group, Proverbs Animal Rescue. Ultimately, it starts with all of us. Getting more dogs and cats spayed or neutered can help control the pet population – and ease the burden.
-Rhori Johnston
