Decatur
Decatur, MS · Traffic & Transit
twinstates.news
Meridian offers free New Year’s Eve trolley rides, safety updates
The City of Meridian is partnering with the Young Professionals of Meridian to provide free trolley rides during the inaugural New Year’s Eve Bash on the City Hall lawn. This initiative, supported by the local police and community development departments, aims to ensure public safety by offering attendees a reliable way to get home.
WDAM
Nonprofit transportation company seeking public's opnions
WDAM-TV
Ongoing and upcoming MDOT projects for 2026
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - The Mississippi Department of Transportation has been hard at work throughout 2025 in the Pine Belt. Some of the projects that were started will extend into 2026, but others will wrap up before the year’s end. One of those completed projects took place on...
WDAM-TV
DJ Transit seeks public’s help to improve service at annual town hall meeting
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - Administrators with the Jones County-based, non-profit transportation provider, DJ Transit, are hoping the public can help improve its service. Wednesday, DJ Transit hosted an annual town hall meeting at the Laurel Train Depot. The company is seeking input on how to better serve folks in Jones...
twinstates.news
Meridian to offer free trolley rides for New Year’s Eve Bash attendees
The City of Meridian is partnering with the Young Professionals of Meridian to provide free trolley rides during the inaugural New Year’s Eve Bash on the City Hall lawn. This initiative, supported by the local police and community development departments, aims to ensure public safety by offering attendees a reliable way to get home.
Trains.com
NS and CPKC are trying to iron out differences over Meridian Speedway
WASHINGTON — Norfolk Southern told federal regulators this week that it hopes to smooth over its dispute with Canadian Pacific Kansas City regarding operations over their joint Meridian Speedway. But NS also said it disagrees with nearly everything CPKC has told the Surface Transportation Board about service over the 302-mile corridor that runs from Meridian, [...] Read More...
twinstates.news
WTOK
Latest work on Meridian’s sewer project delayed due to weather
Mississippi Insights
Trolley Tunnel Closure Update: Remains Shut Until At Least December 7th for Riders
In a bid to reduce maintenance costs on its aging fleet of vehicles, SEPTA has inadvertently caused a significant disruption to its trolley services. The trolleys, which are all over 40 years old, were fitted with larger "slider" electrical equipment to extend their operational lifespan. However, these larger components have damaged the overhead wire systems in the tunnel, leading to stranded riders, delays, traffic, and widespread confusion. This decision, ironically driven by uncertainty in long-term transit budgets and funding streams, has thrown commutes into chaos and necessitated emergency capital spending at a critical time. The failure to invest in public infrastructure, a responsibility of the State Senator, has left Philadelphia and Pennsylvania in a dire situation. Read more.
Mississippi Insights
Can Vehicles Approach the Entrance of the Fillmore?
A recent query has been raised regarding the accessibility of the Fillmore, a popular venue in Philadelphia. The question specifically pertains to whether cars can drive up to the entrance of the venue, a concern raised by a group member who is currently on crutches due to a recently broken and surgically repaired leg. The group has previously confirmed with the venue that it is ADA-compliant and that arrangements can be made for their injured friend. However, they are unsure about the logistics of drop-off and parking, as they recall that East Allen Street is usually blocked off during shows. The group has reached out to the venue for clarification but has not yet received a response.
WTOK-TV
Latest work on Meridian’s sewer project delayed due to weather
MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) - The latest developments on Meridian’s Trunkline Rehabilitation Project have been delayed. Construction was set to start on the 1st and run through the 8th but have been delayed due to unfavorable weather. The City of Meridian was set to temporarily close a section of 18th...
Trains.com
CPKC disputes NS and UP complaints over Meridian Speedway service levels
WASHINGTON — Canadian Pacific Kansas City has told federal regulators that Norfolk Southern and Union Pacific complaints about its train-length restrictions and handling of their intermodal trains on the Meridian Speedway have no merit. On Sept. 30, the eve of the federal government shutdown, NS and UP wrote separate letters to the Surface Transportation Board, [...] Read More...
Neshoba Democrat
Local leaders celebrate transit progress, call for more support
A Transportation Awareness Program was held Thursday morning at the Depot, where representatives from Philadelphia Transit, MDOT, and local elected officials spoke about the importance of transportation in the region. Philadelphia Transit, Choctaw Transit, and Starkville-MSU Area Rapid Transit were among the organizations in attendance. Others in the Eztag region,...
WTOK
Lighting project complete in Sumter County
WTOK
Lauderdale County Government Center making plans for improved parking