Public Notices: Road Closures, Health Advisories, and Council Infrastructure Updates

Traffic Alert: Drone Practice and Stadium Area Closures

Nashville residents and commuters should prepare for significant road closures in the vicinity of Nissan Stadium on Friday, March 6, 2026. The Nashville Department of Transportation (NDOT) has issued a notice for a scheduled drone practice session occurring between 3:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. During this timeframe, drones will be operating from Lot H, necessitating temporary traffic restrictions on surrounding surface streets to ensure public safety. Local access will be maintained where possible, but through-traffic is encouraged to seek alternate routes through the East Bank corridor.

Ongoing Infrastructure: Major Road and Bridge Projects

Several long-term infrastructure projects remain active across the city. Residents should be aware of the following ongoing closures and restricted zones:

• Forest Park Road (Madison): NDOT has confirmed the extension of the road closure on Forest Park Road between Neely’s Bend Road and the Lexington Garden Apartments. This closure will remain in effect through March 27, 2026, to facilitate the final phases of a comprehensive sidewalk improvement project.
• John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge: Intermittent partial closures will continue throughout the day as part of a 90-day repair initiative that began in late February. While the north sidewalk remains open for pedestrians, cyclists are required to dismount when traversing active construction zones.
• Woodland Street Bridge: Phase 2 of the bridge repair project is currently underway. Motorists should anticipate lane shifts and reduced speeds while crews perform structural maintenance.
• Bradford Hills Drive: The continuous closure at the intersection of Nolensville Pike (State Route 11) remains active as part of the TDOT widening project. This closure is expected to persist until April 2026.

Health Advisory: Seasonal Influenza and Travel Safety

The Metro Public Health Department has released updated data regarding the 2025-2026 influenza season. Recent clinical reports indicate that current vaccinations are providing effective antibody responses against the widely circulating H3N2 subclade K variant. Health officials recommend that residents who have not yet received their annual flu shot do so at any of the city’s preventive health centers. Additionally, travelers departing from Nashville International Airport should note that the CDC has issued Level 2 travel health advisories for several international destinations due to poliovirus detections; travelers are urged to verify their immunization records before departure.

Metro Council Update: Music City Loop Resolution

In a significant civic development this week, the Metropolitan Council passed a formal resolution expressing official opposition to the proposed "Music City Loop" tunnel project. The nonbinding resolution serves as a public record of the council's concerns regarding safety, transparency, and the circumvention of local authority by state partners and The Boring Company. While the project remains in the planning and initial construction phases, city officials are continuing to advocate for increased local input and rigorous safety oversight for the underground transit system.