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Register here as a first step to gathering friends and family for the 7th annual ADOT litter cleanup on National CleanUp Day, Saturday, Sept. 21. While Adopt a Highway permits are for two-years and require cleanups several times per year...
In Arizona’s infamous summer heat, you can work up a sweat very quickly and easily from basic yardwork or even a short walk, making that first sip of water a refreshing relief. Understanding the importance of water during these months, the...
During Arizona summers, it’s not uncommon for wildland fires to result in the closures of highways. When this happens, we’re usually asked why the highway is closed or restricted when the fire isn’t on the road. It’s a fair question and the...

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Today's post contains safety information related to Child Passenger Safety Week and National Truck Driver Appreciation Week.
You might think that your child’s first visit to an MVD office will come once it’s time for him or her to get behind the wheel, but did you know there’s a good reason to make the trip much sooner?
Today, we're sharing some of the most frequently asked questions (and answers) related to driver licenses.
If your commute includes the Loop 101 between Shea Boulevard and Loop 202 (Red Mountain), you’ve probably noticed the start of some construction work.
A project to improve the busy Grand Avenue (US 60) intersection at Bell Road has gained federal environmental clearance and is scheduled to begin by early 2016.
Have you heard the news? All four of the ramps connecting Loop 303 and I-10 are open!
An update on the work to repair the landslide-damaged portion of US 89 south of Page.
If you happened to be driving I-17 near McDowell Road on March 20, 1973, you might spot yourself in this photo.
Since our hope is that your drive goes as smoothly as possible, we wanted to share some information on a couple of ADOT projects that will help you map out your trip.
Today, we share some pedestrian and bicycle safety tips as kids head back to school.