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Amtrak Invests in North Carolina, Oklahoma, Connecticut Stations

Amtrak completes a slew of accessibility improvements at stations in North Carolina, Oklahoma, and Connecticut. During the week of October 7, Amtrak joined federal, state, and local officials to celebrate accessibility improvements at stations in Hamlet and Rocky Mount, North Carolina. More than $10 million was invested in improving accessibility with $3.2 million for Hamlet Station and $7.3 million funded for Rocky Mount Station. Amtrak says it worked with NCDOT, the FRA, and local and community partners to make these projects possible.

North Carolina · 10-14
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PV, Amtrak officials celebrate completion of station platform

Amtrak passengers traveling on the Heartland Flyer will have a more welcoming experience at the Norman and Pauls Valley stations following about $8 million in improvements, including $5 million spent on the Pauls Valley station’s platform. Representatives of Pauls Valley and Amtrak celebrated completion of the new platform with...

Pauls Valley, OK · 10-15
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ODOT to replace I-35 bridges, add pedestrian bridge over Oklahoma River

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) plans to replace the Interstate 35 bridges over the Oklahoma River in Oklahoma City in the coming years.

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-13

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Cars stuck in water in SE Oklahoma City

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Multiple cars are stuck in water in Southeast Oklahoma City Wednesday morning. Officials say this is near Eastern Ave. and I-240. Multiple vehicles are stuck in standing water in the area. The road is blocked as emergency crews respond. Drivers should be cautious in that...

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-14
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Oklahoma City metro roadways impacted by flooding

After several inches of rain fell across Oklahoma early Wednesday morning, drivers travelling on roads and interstates are facing deteriorating conditions, including slick pavement and flooding. In southeast Oklahoma City, South Eastern Avenue was closed at Interstate 240 after rising floodwaters caused several vehicles to become disabled in the roadway.

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-14

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OKC approves $12 million for roads and utilities near proposed Buc-ee’s

OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma City Council voted 6–3 Tuesday to authorize up to $12 million for roads and utilities near a proposed Buc-ee’s, after members questioned how the investment would affect growth and spending elsewhere in the city. Council members Katrina Avers, JoBeth Hamon and James...

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-13

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Proposed I-40 and Council Rd. project aims to improve congestion

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is hosting an open house to discuss proposed improvements at a busy interchange in Oklahoma City. On Tuesday, Oct. 20, ODOT will host an open house to discuss proposed improvements to the I-40 and Council Rd. interchange. Officials say the...

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-13

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ODOT, Oklahoma Turnpike Authority officially open snowplow naming contest

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The Oklahoma Department of Transportation and Oklahoma Turnpike Authority have officially opened their snowplow naming contest. You have the opportunity to pick between your favorite names for the snowplows which help keep the state’s highways, interstates and turnpikes safe and passable during winter weather. To...

Oklahoma · 10-14

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Part of a $4.6M grant will improve road safety in Pawnee Nation

A University of Texas at Arlington researcher is leading a $4.6M federal initiative to improve road safety in rural tribal communities in Oklahoma, Nevada and Arizona.

Oklahoma · 10-15

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A portion of a $4 million plus grant will improve road safety in Pawnee Nation

Oklahoma · 10-15

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ODOT: Northbound I-35 narrowed in Purcell due to crash

PURCELL, Okla. (KOKH) — UPDATE: ODOT says northbound I-35 is now narrowed to one lane near Purcell. Drivers in Purcell may need to find a different route following a major crash in McClain County. On Tuesday afternoon, officials with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation announced that all lanes of...

Purcell, OK · 10-13

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Diesel fuel and gasoline prices still high in Oklahoma

Diesel fuel prices are still grabbing the nation’s fuel headlines as the nationwide average is $6.27 per gallon, based on a survey by AAA. Oklahoma’s average diesel fuel price is $5.86, a nickel more than one week ago. But truckers and other users of diesel fuel in California are paying $8.39 statewide, nearly two dollars more than the state’s gasoline average cost of $6.28 per gallon and three dollars more than the truckers who pull into an Oklahoma truck stop to refuel.

Oklahoma · 10-13

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Renderings released of future pedestrian bridge over Oklahoma River

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — As the Oklahoma Department of Transportation plans several major projects across the metro, city leaders in Oklahoma City are unveiling how some of the projects will look. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation will be replacing the I-35 bridges that cross over the Oklahoma River in...

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-13

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High gas prices force some Edmond Mobile Meals volunteer drivers to leave

Rising gas prices continue to impact Oklahomans, and now they're creating a new challenge for an Edmond nonprofit.

Edmond, OK · 10-12

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Turn on Do Not Disturb While Driving today ahead of Oct. 15 safety push

October 15th is Do Not Disturb While Driving Day. Traffic experts are urging drivers to use the Do Not Disturb While Driving feature that's installed on most of our phones. Tamra Johnson and Jennifer Smith are joining us live on Living Oklahoma with more information, and personal experience. Jennifer's mother was in a car accident in NW OKC due to a distracted driver, and she understands the impact that distracted driving can cause.

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-13

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Big Cottonwood Canyon Road Reopens After Flooding; Earlier Rescue Reported Nearby

Storm Mountain Picnic Area — Reported Boulder Rescue and Flood Area. State Route 190 in Big Cottonwood Canyon reopened just before 2 a.m. Monday after flooding and debris forced hours-long closures, KUTV reported. UDOT restricted uphill traffic and turned vehicles around at the canyon entrance while crews worked near Storm Mountain, according to KUTV.

Cottonwood Heights, UT · 10-14

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3 Sun Belt mayors seek more public transportation as their cities grow

Three mayors of Southern, car-centric cities discussed their efforts to improve public transportation during an Oct. 5 panel at an American Public Transportation Association conference in Chicago. Voters in Austin, Texas, created the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority, funded by a 1% sales tax in its service area, in 1985. The...

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-12

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Amtrak improves accessibility at Oklahoma, North Carolina stations

Amtrak has completed accessibility and safety upgrade projects at four stations in Oklahoma and North Carolina. The projects' total cost was $18 million. In Oklahoma, Amtrak invested $3 million and $5 million in the Norman and Pauls Valley Stations, respectively. Upgrades include releveled platforms, sloped accessible walkways, safety barriers and new lighting, warning systems and signage. The stations are served twice daily by the Amtrak Heartland Flyer service.

North Carolina · 10-13

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Oklahoma City drivers face highway closures, construction delays

OKLAHOMA CITY - Drivers across the Oklahoma City metro should prepare for lane closures and possible delays as several highway construction projects continue through October and beyond. According to the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, crews will intermittently narrow northbound and southbound I-35 and eastbound and westbound I-44 near the interchange...

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-12

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Buc-ee’s finally given green light to break ground on first-ever mega-station in US state – ‘hurry up and build it!’

A BRAND-new Buc-ee’s mega gas station has received good news in one US state. The new Buc-ee’s location will be the first-of-its-kind gas station in the state, prompting excitement from residents. Officials in Oklahoma City unanimously voted in favor of the new Buc-ee’s mega gas station in the...

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-09