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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.
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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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4 years of MVD Community Connections
07/01/2026

MVD Community Connections enters year 5 of giving back

The Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division charitable team known as MVD Community Connections began the fifth year of giving back to Arizona communities.
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Bell and Grand project uner construction
05/03/2016

How ADOT and the community created a Bell/Grand project that benefits all

We hope you're following our progress on a $41.9 million interchange that will dramatically improve traffic at Bell Road and Grand Avenue (US 60) in Surprise.
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desert tortoise
04/29/2016

ADOT works to safeguard wildlife along state highways

ADOT is known for building roads but we also work to protect the wildlife that live near our highways. The desert tortoise is just one of the animals ADOT partners with other agencies to protect.
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Photo of crew paving roadway
04/28/2016

Timing of paving work is sometimes decided by Mother Nature

Did you know that weather affects the timing of paving work? ADOT needs Mother Nature to cooperate when paving our highways.
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04/26/2016

Many steps already taken on wrong-way driving, but more to come

Wrong-way driving. No issue has prompted more people to contact ADOT over the past year.
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04/22/2016

Aerial video shows progress on Bell and Grand project

The city of Surprise has shared aerial drone footage of this week’s work on the overpass at US 60 (Grand Avenue) and Bell.
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04/20/2016

In the market for a used vehicle? Here are five quick tips to keep in mind

When it comes to buying a used vehicle it’s very important to do your homework! A little bit of research up front can potentially save you from making a several-thousand-dollar mistake later.
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04/15/2016

April brings reminders on work-zone safety, dangers of distracted driving

Having a designated month, week or even a day that’s devoted to a particular safety topic is a great way to bring about some added awareness
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04/14/2016

Considering the new Travel ID? Here are some guidelines to help you decide what to do

Thinking about getting the new Arizona Voluntary Travel ID now that it’s available? It’s entirely your decision, but we have a few guidelines to help you decide if and when to get one.
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04/12/2016

Five ways to make Arizona's highways safer for everyone - especially you

Safety is our top priority – for our workers and the public – and National Work Zone Awareness Week gives us the opportunity to feature some tips to make work zones along Arizona’s highways safer for everyone.
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04/11/2016

Take an animated tour of the interchange coming in Surprise

We hope you've seen our announcement and previous blog post about a major project that will relieve congestion at Grand Avenue (US 60) and Bell Road in Surprise.
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