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AAH in memory of Hunter Maggard

07/13/2026

Remembering Hunter Maggard inspires miles of clean highways

Read about a family whose memories keep Arizona beautiful through volunteering. About 800 groups care for miles along Arizona’s highways and nearly half are adopted in remembrance of loved ones.

07/05/2026

PODCAST: I-10 widening project keeps advancing south of the Valley

In this episode of On the Road With ADOT, Marcy McMacken, our lead communicator on the project, talks with guest host Laura Douglas about what drivers will see as we continue creating a wider Interstate 10 between the Valley and Casa Grande.

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

07/02/2026

Sparklers, not drivers, should be lit over July 4 weekend

Independence Day is just around the corner, and we want to take a moment and remind Arizonans that sparklers, not drivers, should be “lit” during the holiday celebrations. If you’re driving on state highways this holiday weekend, you may...

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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.

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.

Dolin Ellis with guitar and microphone

12/15/2021

Arizona balladeer sings of 'Scrubby,' holidays, nostalgia

Arizona State Balladeer Dolan Ellis has written and performed hundreds of distinctly Arizona songs, including some about the holiday season.

Semi-truck on highway at sunset

12/10/2021

Doing our part to ease supply chain issues

ADOT is taking action to alleviate stress on commercial truck drivers and help address the nationwide supply chain crisis.

Image of Phoenix Suns' Gorilla getting photo taken at MVD

12/09/2021

Throwback Thursday: Suns' Gorilla gets a driver license

In 1995, the Suns Gorilla paid a visit to the MVD and left a licensed driver.

Christmas tree in the middle of the freeway with cars all around.

12/06/2021

Avoid a conifer catastrophe; secure your Christmas tree

Secure your Christmas tree so it gets home safely and doesn't become an ejected evergreen.

A mountain lion walks on a dirt path at night, surrounded by bushes and greenery.

12/03/2021

Arizona Highways photographs on display at Phoenix Zoo

An exceptional Arizona Highways photography exhibit is on display at the Phoenix Zoo. This photo featuring a mountain lion is by Bruce D. Taubert.

12/01/2021

Adopt a Highway: US 89 volunteers ‘Keep it grand’ on the Arizona-Utah border

It could be said that Aaron and Natalie Merullo are a special welcoming committee for travelers crossing the stateline from Utah into Arizona.

11/29/2021

November is a time to remember ... bridges

November is Historic Bridge Awareness Month and we want to highlight a few of our favorites in Arizona.

11/26/2021

Critical work is underway underneath the I-10 Broadway Curve - and you may have driven right over it

Some crucial Broadway Curve improvements are being done right before your eyes... And you might not even see it!