Jasper
Jasper, MI · Traffic & Transit
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A New Highway Could Reshape Travel North of Columbus
As the Galion area is uniquely and increasingly tied to the northern expansion from Columbus, 1831Galion will continue to cover the possible connection between US23 and I71. The long-discussed highway connection now has a preferred route, a projected price tag, and a clearer picture of how much it could change travel across the region. The Ohio Department of Transportation and the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission have released the final U.S. 23/I-71 Connector Feasibility Study, recommending an 18.2-mile highway extending from U.S. 23 north of Waldo to I-71 south of State Route 521. The proposed route would also include an interchange with U.S. 42 north of Ashley.
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Michigan drivers cross into Ohio to save at the pump
The Blade
Road Warrior: Trail gateway’s luster dimmed by streetlight neglect
The Anthony Wayne Trail approach to downtown Toledo is supposed to be the city’s premier traffic gateway. The streetlights along its inbound lanes between I-75 and Lafayette Street scream otherwise. Not only do they look cheap to begin with, but they’re not being maintained. Several are missing their lamp heads. Several others have been knocked over, including one at the intersection with the southerly leg of Erie Street that has lain on the ground for months, complete with its foundation. Apparently maintaining these lights is another thing Toledo Edison isn’t very prompt about, along with moving their poles elsewhere out of the way of state and county highway projects. Amy Voigt, a city spokesman, said the city is “actively working with them to service the downed poles and address outages.” Beyond that, she said, there have been no discussions about putting in light poles that might have a modicum of style. “Without having those poles properly functional, it’s hard to assess what potential upgrades or improvements are needed,” Ms. Voigt said. “We hope to have a plan in place soon to get these addressed.” The city recently added lights to illuminate the “gateway tree line” along Lafayette Street, she added,
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Michigan drivers head south to save cash during Ohio's gas tax suspension
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Advocates push for expanded Toledo passenger rail service
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Plans to bring increased passenger rail service to Toledo have been discussed for years, and this weekend, advocates are touting the advantages of rail. Putting Toledo into the mix for possible expansion is a focus, as well. Passenger rail in and out of Toledo has been...
WOWO News
Final Study Outlines Potential US-23 Connector From Northwest Ohio to Columbus
TOLEDO, Ohio (WOWO) — Ohio transportation officials have completed a final feasibility study examining a potential new highway connection between U.S. 23 in northwest Ohio and Interstate 71 south of Columbus. The study identifies an approximately 18-mile route as the most feasible option and estimates the project could cost...
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Fatal crashes rise during Ohio's '100 Deadliest Days' as officials urge drivers to stay focused
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Oregon neighbors raise alarm over speeding on Schmidlin Road
OREGON, Ohio (WTVG) - Neighbors who live on Schmidlin Road say drivers going well over the 25 mile per hour speed limit is a problem. They say the street is often used as a cut-through, which has led to more traffic and more speeders. Neighbors describe close calls. Ava Pecina...
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towpathradio.com
Village-Wide Paving Project Begins Tuesday
GRAND RAPIDS, Ohio — A village-wide paving project is scheduled to begin Tuesday, September 29, with work planned on several streets throughout Grand Rapids. Residents and drivers should be prepared for paving crews, temporary traffic disruptions and possible delays while work is underway. The following streets and sections are...
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ODOT Seeking Public Comments on Several Area Bridge and Culvert Projects
The Ohio Department of Transportation is seeking public comments regarding several proposed projects. The projects include bridge and culvert maintenance on State Route 81 southeast of Dunkirk, State Route 235 south of Alger, State Route 67 east of Kenton and State Route 292 south of Kenton. Construction is anticipated to...
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Final feasibility study released on highway connector project
columbusunderground.com
Report: Billion Dollar Highway Connector Would Save Drivers 6 to 22 Minutes
The final feasibility study analyzing a potential US-23/I-71 connector was released today, recommending an 18-mile-long route that would curve around the village of Ashley and cost between $857 million to $1.2 billion to construct. The report, produced by the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure...
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Toledo to host national rail conference focused on Midwest passenger rail
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The Rail Passengers Association and All Aboard Ohio will host a national conference in Toledo Oct. 2-4 focused on the future of passenger rail in the region. RailNation Toledo will bring together federal officials, state leaders and transit advocates at the Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza...
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Gas Price Patrol: Relief at the pump across the Great Lakes, long-term prices could remain on edge
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Relief is finally on the way at the pump across the Great Lakes, but global turmoil could keep long-term prices on edge. Josh Croup explains in this week’s edition of Gas Price Patrol. Watch live Mondays at 11 a.m. or watch on demand after on...