Event Brief
Bristol Motor Speedway to name Knoxville-area hero
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET
Summary: Bristol Motor Speedway officials plan to announce a “neighborhood hero” from the Knoxville region to be honored during Saturday’s race. The “BMS Neighborhood Heroes” initiative began in 2018 and recognizes first responders, affiliated military members, medical professionals, athletes, and educators.
WHO: Bristol Motor Speedway officials; the selected “neighborhood hero” from the Knoxville region
WHAT: Announcement of a “BMS Neighborhood Hero” to be honored during Saturday’s race
WHEN: Sep 14, 2026 at 10:43 AM ET
WHERE: Knoxville region
WHY: The honor is part of the Bristol Motor Speedway’s “BMS Neighborhood Heroes” initiative, which recognizes qualifying community members.
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