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If you see more motorcycles than usual on highways this weekend in the Phoenix area, it may be because Arizona Bike Week is currently happening at Westworld of Scottsdale. ADOT is not involved in the event itself, but we’re taking the...
If you are looking for a meaningful way to make a difference in your community from the ground up, forming a volunteer group might be for you. Every piece of litter picked up contributes to a healthier planet.
The NCAA Women’s Final Four is in Phoenix this weekend, April 3-5, and we wanted to take a moment and remind drivers to give an assist to their teammates on the road by using their blinkers getting to and from the big game. If you’re out on...

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Carmelle Malkovich of Claypool won a raffle sponsored by the Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce to become the first across the bridge. We caught up with her to discuss her memories of that day, including spending time with Governor Rose Mofford.
When it comes to state highway improvements that safely connect people and power Arizona's economy, there are no minor projects. However, there are Major Projects. That's why we're visiting with the head of our Major Projects and Alternative Delivery Division.
We're shining a spotlight on the 26 Adopt a Highway groups that became new members or renewed their volunteer permits between May and July.
The above photo from the May 1974 issue of an employee newsletter for the Arizona Highway Department (ADOT’s predecessor) show the Safety Projects Team’s brand new photolog van “outfitted with sophisticated electronic gear to control...
Underpasses are made to separate vehicle, pedestrian, bicyclist and even train traffic. And that’s exactly what the Wickenburg Underpass has been doing since 1937.
Exciting projects are underway and in the works for the Tucson area. And that's what we're featuring in the latest episode of our podcast, On the Road With ADOT.
We're shining a spotlight on the "Keep It Grandwork" artwork submitted by kids from across Arizona.
1988 was a memorable year with the Summer Olympics in Seoul, South Korea, “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” was the number one box office movie while “Sweet Child o’ Mine” by Guns N’ Roses and Rick Astley’s hit, “Never Gonna Give You Up” were...
Before your student flies off to college, there is one more piece of homework for them and you: Upgrade their driver license to the Arizona Travel ID while they are still in town, and they’ll be ready for the federal deadline around the...
ADOT MVD partners with the Arizona Department of Liquor License and Control to offer retailers a way to accept digital IDs to verify age.