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A digital message board on the highway encourages motorists to drive focused.

05/22/2026

Over Memorial Day Weekend, drive focused and designate a driver

The heat is here and a long three-day weekend is ahead to mark the unofficial start to summer. And with people planning road trips over Memorial Day weekend, we want to remind drivers to stay focused and expect the unexpected. But, before...

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Women discuss construction opportunities at ADOT expo

05/21/2026

ADOT expo panel highlights women in construction

Last week's ADOT Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Small Business Transportation Expo, themed "Road to Results: People, Projects and Progress," brought together more than 400 attendees ready to connect with industry leaders and explore project opportunities, build partnerships and make workforce connections.

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05/18/2026

Welcome aboard: Meet the new volunteers

These dedicated groups are stepping up to make a positive impact by keeping highways clean. Join us in celebrating their commitment to Arizona and their communities.

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Safety is the goal during National Stop on Red Week

National Stop on Red Week aims to educate drivers about the dangers of red-light running and to reduce the number and severity of crashes.

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07/30/2015

ADOT expands hours and days when travel times are displayed above Phoenix-area freeways

Message boards are now displaying the estimated travel times seven days a week, from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. weekdays and 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends.

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07/29/2015

US 89 improvement underway south of Page

Crews are working on improvements to an eight-mile segment of US 89, about 30 miles south of Page.

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07/24/2015

Adopt a Highway volunteers keep roadways beautiful

The Adopt a Highway program is an opportunity for community members to help keep our highways litter free.

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07/23/2015

Hell Canyon bridge replacement project is underway

ADOT is working to construct a wider bridge while limiting SR 89 traffic impacts during construction.

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07/17/2015

Work on Loop 101 widening project continues

It’s been a while since we last checked in on the Loop 101 widening project, so we thought we’d take a look and see how work is progressing.

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07/15/2015

Plan ahead for driving in hot weather conditions

Motorists are reminded to take precautions when driving in extreme heat.

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07/14/2015

ADOT MVD awarded for customer service, convenience

Last month, the Motor Vehicle Division of ADOT was recognized by the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators with two different awards for ways they’ve served the public.

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