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Adopt a Highway volunteers near Naco directional signage.

01/06/2026

Adopt a Highway: The sounds of change

What does a radio station in Southeastern Arizona and clean highways have in common? We're talking about a new Adopt a Highway volunteer group who takes community service to the next level.

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A digital message board on the highway encourages motorists to use their blinker.

01/05/2026

This New Year: Make a resolution to be a safer driver

Happy New Year, Arizona! I hope everyone had a safe and fun holiday season, spending time with loved ones and ringing in 2026. The start of a new year is a clean slate, and a time to make resolutions to set ourselves up for success. In that...

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01/04/2026

PODCAST: ADOT's partnership with native nations across Arizona

Native nations comprise roughly a quarter of Arizona's land, and state highways are key corridors for them. In this week's episode, our Native Nations Ambassador for Infrastructure Development discusses how ADOT partners with our state's 22 federally recognized tribes and eight others with ancestral ties to Arizona.

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Where in AZ??

We're wondering if you've taken a Sunday drive on this road. If you have, tell us where this photo was taken in our Where in AZ?? challenge.

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07/29/2016

Traffic switch signals another milestone for Bell and Grand project

Switching traffic to newly constructed westbound lanes of Grand Avenue at Bell Road advances construction an overpass and upgraded eastbound lanes.

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07/28/2016

ADOT kicks off safety campaign with Arizona Cardinals player Jared Veldheer

ADOT partners with Arizona Cardinals player Jared Veldheer for its “Seat belts. For life.” campaign.

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Graphic showing who is involved in I-11 study

07/27/2016

A who's who of involvement in the I-11 study process

With a three-year environmental study that began recently for an I-11 corridor between Nogales and Wickenburg, here’s a quick rundown of who’s involved.

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07/25/2016

From the Director: How ADOT strives to do better

ADOT is working to examine our current processes and identify ways to do better for the customers we serve.

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07/24/2016

Where in AZ??

We know it's the weekend, but we hope you’re up for a “Where in AZ??” Facebook challenge.

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07/22/2016

The underlying causes of extreme heat in the Arizona desert

It is no secret that Arizona is known for its intense summer heat and dry climate. But what makes the deserts of this state so hot?

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07/21/2016

Star Trek-themed transportation safety messages

Boldly go where no one has gone before and you'll see Star Trek-themed safety messages on Arizona highways to coincide with the film release of Star Trek Beyond.

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