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National Teen Driver Safety Week reminds young drivers that safe choices save lives

National Teen Driver Safety Week, observed Oct. 19-25, is being recognized nationwide to raise awareness about the risks faced by young drivers. The annual campaign, led by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, is intended to encourage communities and parents to promote safe driving among teenagers who are still gaining experience behind the wheel.

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Jul 16

A new project in Mountain Brook Village will create two new roundabouts for drivers

A rendering of the roundabouts coming to Mountain Brook Village to help with traffic congestion

Two new roundabouts are coming to Mountain Brook Village to help with traffic congestion.

The project is happening right in the middle of Birmingham and Mountain Brook city limits at the intersection of the US-280 off ramp, Cahaba Road, Chester Road, and Lane Park Road near the Birmingham Zoo.

Because it straddles the two cities,…

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Jul 12

Ivey: $550 Million coming to Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded a $550 million discretionary grant from the Bridge Investment Program to the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project.

Following notification of the grant awards to the Alabama Congressional Delegation, Governor Kay Ivey today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded a $550 million discretionary grant from the Bridge Investment Program to the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project.

The major grant award is believed to be one of the largest…

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Jul 12

ALDOT UAS team takes flight at Crenshaw County STEM Camp

Students and teachers posed for pictures at the ALDOT UAS demonstration table.

The Alabama Department of Transportation’s (ALDOT) Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) team took flight at the Crenshaw County schools STEM Camp this summer. Their mission? To spark a passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education by showcasing the real-world applications of UAS.

The team brought a variety of drones to showcase at the camp….

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Jul 11

Ivey administration continues delivering road and bridge projects, Governor Ivey announces $3.9 million to cities and counties

Governor Kay Ivey today announced $3.9 million in state funding is being awarded to cities and counties for various, statewide road and bridge projects, highlighting her enduring dedication to enhancing Alabama’s infrastructure since day one.

Governor Ivey, recognizing the critical infrastructure needs of the state, championed the Rebuild Alabama Act, which created the Annual Grant…

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Jul 11

ALDOT’s Fort Morgan to Dauphin Island ferry gets summer spotlight

ALDOT's Fort Morgan to Dauphin Island ferry carries vehicles between the locations

On July 12, 2024, Debbie Williams with WKRG will be shining a spotlight on the Alabama Department of Transportation’s ferry service that runs between Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island. This exciting feature is part of the “Your Hometown” summer series.

Passengers take a ride on the Fort Morgan ferry A Journey Back in Time

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Jul 09

ALDOT notifies public that engineers working along Northern Beltline route

Engineers and other representatives from the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will be meeting with property owners along the route of the Northern Beltline connecting US-31 to SR-79.

The representatives will survey properties to ensure proper roadway alignment and to evaluate environmental impacts. Engaging with property owners is part of ALDOT’s standard process for progressing…

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