MODOT has stepped into our lives, not to repair potholes, not to paint lines, but to remove Alton’s blinking lights.
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Shadows Over Iberia: The Long Eclipse of August
The moon will slide precisely across the sun, delivering the longest total solar eclipse of the 21st century.
Postal Service Honors Route 66 With Centennial Stamps
The U.S. Postal Service is releasing eight new stamps to mark the 100th anniversary of Route 66 showing important parts of the highway.
Route 66 Is Celebrating 100 Years This Year, 2026
A staple of United States history is the famous Route 66 going through eight states. This year, 2026, Route 66 is turning 100 years old.
Highway M Will Be Closed From March 16th Through October 29th
One of MODOT’s construction projects they’re working on is Highway M, which will be worked on from March through October of 2026.
Explore The Springs At The Narrows On The Eleven Point River
Two springs and a historical mill in Oregon County is located by the Narrows access on the Eleven Point River near Thayer, Missouri.
Cty Comm Jake Parker Lists Roads To Get Improvements In Oregon County
County Commissioner Jake Parker has reached an agreement with MODOT and the (TAC) about prioritizing roadwork in Oregon County, Missouri.
More Travel Woes Out West- Abundance Of Snow
Along Interstate 80 in the Sierra Nevada mountains, they are expecting 3-5 FEET of snow by Wednesday night.
Community Vacation Getaway Is Out Of This World- Literally!
Galactic Resource Utilization Space (GRU Space) is accepting $250,000 deposits from people wanting to stay at the world’s first lunar hotel,
142 Bridge Over The 11 Point River Is To Be Under Construction
MoDOT is planning on replacing the Highway 142 bridge over the Eleven Point River in Oregon County. Construction is expected to begin in May 2026.
Bridge Work To Start In March 2027 On Highway 160 Outside Alton
MoDOT is going to be working on a bridge on Highway 160 in Oregon County, Missouri, starting in March of 2027.
Community Summer Vacation Time With Your Pet Essentials
When traveling, you must take extra precautions to bring your pet. Here are some suggestions to add to your planning list.