“Twitter’s full” sign on Mississippi interstate goes viral
Mississippi drivers noticed something a little different this morning on their commute. Highway signs had been changed to say “Cousin Eddie says Twitter’s full. Put...
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I-269 opens in Mississippi
by Alex Paton
Interstate 269 is now open to commuters in Mississippi. Following a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Tennessee Department of Transportation for one section of Interstate 269...
I-269 opening soon, bringing new opportunities
by Alex Paton
A new interstate will be opening soon in north Mississippi. MDOT Commissioner Mike Tagert said when Interstate 269 is completed, it will providing a safer...
Road and bridge money may take time
by Alex Paton
Roads and bridges in Mississippi will be seeing more funds, however, it may take a while. During the special session, legislators were able to allocate...
Mississippi eligible for share in $225M
by Alex Paton
Mississippi could see a share in $225 million that has been made available to rural states for bridge replacement and rehabilitation. U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith...
MDOT urges importance of school zone safety
by Alex Paton
School is back in session for many Mississippi children and the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) encourages everyone to make safety their top priority, especially...
MDOT: driver safety tips for construction season
by Alex Paton
As Mississippians hit the roadways this summer, the Mississippi Department of Transportation wants to ensure drivers are staying safe on the highways. Jason Williams, Mississippi...
MDOT: summer road safety tips
by Alex Paton
As Mississippians hit the roadways this summer, the Mississippi Department of Transportation wants to ensure drivers are staying safe on the highways. Jason Williams Mississippi...
Tanker truck explodes on I-55 at Batesville
by Alex Paton
The interstate was shut down in both directions Thursday afternoon when a tanker truck exploded on I-55 near Batesville. The tanker was carrying hazardous materials...
Mississippi’s democratic caucus talks state’s crumbling infrastructure
by Alex Paton
The Mississippi Legislature’s Democratic Caucus held a meeting to discuss the transportation and infrastructure crisis in the state. During the public meeting, Senators and Representatives...