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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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List of Adopt a Highway volunteers
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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Jannuary 1980 Arizona Highways cover
01/10/2022

Going back to the 80s with Arizona Highways magazine

Join us as we flip through the January 1980 issue of Arizona Highways magazine.
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Two new specialty plates for veterans groups
01/05/2022

Helping veterans, their communities is the goal of new VFW specialty plates

Helping more veterans and their communities: That's the goal of two new specialty plates for Veterans of Foreign Wars and Veterans of Foreign Wars Arizona Auxiliary.
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A winding road with cars cuts through a dry, hilly landscape under a clear blue sky.
12/31/2021

New year means renewed hope

As we say goodbye to 2021, we look to 2022 with hope for the new year.
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12/30/2021

Throwback Thursday: Vintage cars and palm trees

A vintage look from ADOT headquarters over a half century ago.
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12/27/2021

I-10 project in Buckeye will improve traffic flow, safety along Key Commerce Corridor

A lot of progress along I-10 in the West Valley has been made over the past 15 years and more improvements are coming.
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12/22/2021

Blended training sessions save money, time

Saving as many taxpayer dollars as possible is a priority with ADOT. And nowhere is that more evident than training new workers. It used to be that new highway-operations workers had to train for two weeks in Phoenix. Not anymore. A new...
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Message board on snowy highway warns of winter conditions
12/22/2021

Holiday highway travel requires focus on safety

Tips for being prepared before hitting the road during the holiday season.
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Desert landscape with wildflowers and rocky mountains at sunset, featured on the cover of the Arizona Highways 2022 Calendar.
12/21/2021

Need a holiday gift? ADOT has you covered!

Struggling to complete your holiday gift lift? Consider shopping at ADOT! Seriously.
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Photo showing people parked to play in snow at Interstate 17 interchange
12/20/2021

Good day for snowplay? Don't park on highway shoulders

Heading to the high country to play in the snow is a tradition for many Arizonans. But before you go, make sure you Know Snow, and have a plan for smooth travels.
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Couple walking at rest area
12/16/2021

While traveling during the holiday season, save the phone for the rest area

When traveling during the holiday season, spread some Christmas cheer by not driving distracted. Make use of the rest areas when nature calls, but also for making phone calls or sending texts while you’re safely off the road and not driving.
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