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Emily Buenzle - Thu August 17, 2017

Louisiana DOT Finalizes $72M Highway Expansion Plans

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announced a contract to widen I-10 has been signed, and the notice to proceed has been issued, Aug. 16. The $72 million project, which has been contracted to James Construction Group LLC, will widen the road from four lanes to six east of Highland Road to the LA 73 interchange and will replace the LA 42 overpass structures....

Thu July 27, 2017

Wyoming DOT to Stop Construction Ahead of Eclipse

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) will stop road construction projects between August 17 and August 27 in preparation for an increased number of visitors coming to view the solar eclipse on August 21, 9News reported....

Thu February 23, 2017

Alaska Weighs Holiday for Black Soldiers who Built Highway in WWII

Alaska state lawmakers are considering the creation of a holiday to honor the contributions of more than 4,000 black soldiers who endured harsh conditions while building the Alaska Highway during World War II....

Tue January 17, 2017

2017-2018 Highway Worker Memorial Scholarship Opportunities Available

The American Road & Transportation Builders Association Transportation Development Foundation (ARTBA-TDF) is seeking qualified students for its 2017-18 “Lanford Family Highway Worker Memorial Scholarship Program.” Applications are due by April 7....

Mon January 16, 2017

Project to Alleviate Congestion in Missouri

The first phase of a makeover of a 5-mi. (8 km) stretch of highway in Branson could be finished by Memorial Day. The Joplin Globe reported the construction aims to alleviate traffic congestion along West Highway 76 by creating a wider, continuous pedestrian walkway in the area, which includes Branson's entertainment district....