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05/04/2026

Summer is almost here. It’s time to prep your vehicle for the heat

If you live in Arizona year-round, there’s one thing for certain: You cannot escape the summer heat. Sometimes, we can’t even escape summer-like temperatures in March. But, during Heat Awareness Week (May 4-8), ahead of the brunt of summer...

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Using turn signals is the way of the Jedi

05/04/2026

A safety reminder on May the Fourth

May the Fourth be with you. We have combined the Force with important safety reminders on our overhead message signs to help motorists safely travel to a galaxy far, far, away… Or nearby, if you have a short commute! We hope these messages...

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05/02/2026

Join the movement: Rotary Club of Queen Creek cleans SR 24

Volunteering is a great way to get involved in the community. Meet a group of volunteers who welcomes others to serve alongside them and help keep State Route 24 clean.

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New specialty license plates now available

New plates include Arizona Coyotes, Midwestern University, U.S. Marine Corps and Firefighter Safety Training.

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A red semi-truck with a white trailer driving on a highway surrounded by trees and grass.

08/26/2015

ADOT utilizing technology to conduct efficient commercial vehicle safety inspections

Technology is being implemented to enhance ADOT's weight and equipment safety inspection process for commercial motor vehicles.

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Graphic showing form with organ donation option checked

08/20/2015

Donor Network of Arizona recognizes August as ‘ADOT MVD Saves Lives Month’

When you apply for a driver license or identification card, registering to become an organ donor is as simple as checking a box.

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08/19/2015

ADOT begins repairs along US 89A following heavy rainfall

Crews have started on repairs along US 89A following the House Rock Flood. About a half-mile stretch west of Marble Canyon remains restricted until repairs are complete.

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08/14/2015

From the Archives: Deck Park Tunnel construction

In honor of its 25th birthday, we’ve focused on the Deck Park Tunnel all week but we’re not done yet.

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Old photo of tunnel and people wearing hard hats

08/12/2015

From the Archives: Deck Park drainage tunnels

The Deck Park Tunnel isn’t technically a tunnel - it’s actually made up of 19 bridges that are lined up side by side, creating a tunnel effect for motorists. But there are actual, honest-to-goodness tunnels that were dug during the project.

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