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MDOT Begins Major Road Projects Across Mississippi to Ease Traffic Congestion

The Mississippi Department of Transportation is launching several projects aimed at reducing traffic congestion and improving safety across the state. Two major capacity projects are in the works along Interstate 55 in Madison County and State Route 25 in Rankin County, funded by approximately $150 million approved by lawmakers earlier this year, according to MDOT Executive Director Brad White.

Mississippi · 06-13
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MDOT posts update on Northeast Mississippi road projects

The Mississippi Department of Transportation posted an update saying it is carrying out multi-county work on State Route 15 and safety improvements, along with mill-and-overlay paving on highways across the district, MDOT said. The post identified MDOT’s District 1 as reporting the developments but also included a note saying the...

Mississippi · 06-07
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MDOT spotlights worker who closed lane on U.S. 49 for emergency repairs

The Mississippi Department of Transportation on Wednesday spotlighted Eddie Brown, a transportation infrastructure maintenance technician who joined the agency in May 2025, saying he helped close a southbound lane of U.S. 49 just south of Flora in Madison County so crews could make emergency repairs. MDOT said photos taken last...

Madison County, MS · 06-10
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I-55 northbound ramp to I-220 reopens early

MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – The Interstate 55 northbound ramp to Interstate 220 in Madison County has reopened ahead of schedule. According to the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT), the ramp reopened on June 9, 2026. The ramp was temporarily closed for a hybrid concrete polymer overlay and end wall repairs.

Madison County, MS · 06-10

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Highway 51 bridge replacement project continues in Madison County

MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) — Work continues on replacing bridges on Highway 51 in Madison County. The Mississippi Department of Transportation says the third portion of the project is replacing five bridges. Each site has been cleared. Work is now underway on the two closed bridges between Tithelo Road...

Madison County, MS · 06-09

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Eupora garbage trucks unable to travel through Autumn Drive due to construction

With construction happening on Autumn Drive in Eupora, Residents are asked to take out their trash differently this week. According to Public Works Director Odie Avery, the garbage truck was not able to travel through the neighborhood earlier today. Leaders are asking residents to place their garbage carts at the...

Eupora, MS · 06-09

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Central Mississippi sees progress on bridge, road projects

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Commissioner Willie Simmons, chairman of the Mississippi Transportation Commission, announced updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects across central Mississippi. "We are well into maintenance and construction season here in central Mississippi, and I am pleased to report that significant progress is being...

Madison County, MS · 06-06

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MDOT highlights construction projects throughout East Mississippi

MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) -Commissioner Willie Simmons, Chairman of the Mississippi Transportation Commission, has announced updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects across central Mississippi. “We are well into maintenance and construction season here in central Mississippi, and I am pleased to report that significant progress is being made...

Newton County, MS · 06-05

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Reckless Drivers on Wednesday in Attala County

Around 2:45 PM the KPD received a call about a truck driver hauling soil swerving on Hwy 35 S heading into Kosciusko. Later, at about 3:30 PM, they were notified of a wide-load truck in Neshoba County that was swerving around Hwy 19 while driving towards Attala County. The caller stated the load may have been farm equipment.

Attala County, MS · 05-27

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Choctaw County awarded $2.9 million in inaugural Forestry Facility Grant

CHOCTAW COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – The traffic flow on Highway 12 is about to get a little easier. Choctaw County was awarded $2.9 million in the inaugural Forestry Facility Grant. The grant, funded by the state legislature in 2025, is for infrastructure and transportation needs. Choctaw County was one...

Choctaw County, MS · 05-29

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MDOT director names next highway capacity projects

Brad White, executive director of the Mississippi Department of Transportation, told SuperTalk Mississippi’s Mornings with Richard Cross on May 26, 2026, that Interstate 55 in Madison County, State Route 25 in Rankin County and Interstate 55 in DeSoto County are the next capacity projects in MDOT’s queue. White...

Mississippi · 05-27

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RAMP CLOSURE: I-55 northbound ramp in Madison County to be closed until June 17th

MISSISSIPPI (KTVE/KARD) — The Interstate 55 northbound ramp to Interstate 220 south (Exit 104) in Madison County will be closed beginning at midnight until 6 a.m. Wednesday, June 17. The closure is to allow crews to install a hybrid concrete polymer overlay on the bridge deck and perform end-wall repairs. During the closure, drivers will […]

Madison County, MS · 05-26

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New Highway Projects Planned for Central Mississippi

Willie Simmons – chair of the Mississippi Transportation Commission – and Brad White, executive director of the Mississippi Department of Transportation, recently announced two major expansion projects; one on I-55 in Madison County and the other on State Route 25 in Rankin County. [Above photo by the Mississippi...

Rankin County, MS · 05-22

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Arkansas, Mississippi seek input on Highway 49 bridge rehab plan

The transportation departments of Arkansas and Mississippi are seeking community input regarding the future of a vital bi-state transit link. The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) and the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) will host a public meeting on Thursday, May 28, to gather feedback on proposed rehabilitation plans for the Highway 49 Mississippi River Bridge, which connects Phillips County, Arkansas, and Coahoma County, Mississippi.

Coahoma County, MS · 05-22

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County studies road to link Stribling to I-55 to ease subdivision traffic

A proposed roadway giving motorists a more direct route from Stribling Road to the interstate is in the earliest planning stages. The proposed road aims to connect the intersection of Stribling Road and Catlet Road to the intersection of East Sowell Road and the Calhoun Station Parkway, County Engineer Tim Bryan said.

Madison County, MS · 05-20

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Temporary I-55 ramp closure planned in Madison County

MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – There will be a temporary ramp closure on Interstate 55 in Madison County. The I-55 northbound ramp to I-220 south will be closed, according to the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). Officials said the closure will begin at 12:00 a.m. on May 27, 2026,...

Madison County, MS · 05-19

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Madison County approves study for new connector road

MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WLBT) - Madison County leaders say they may have found a fix for thousands of drivers who crawl down Stribling Road each morning trying to reach Interstate 55. “It will probably take at least half to two-thirds of the traffic from Lake Caroline and the Ashbrooke area...

Madison County, MS · 05-19

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Ramp to I-220 westbound closing for three weeks for bridge repairs

A roughly three-week closure of the I-55 North ramp to I-220 westbound is planned to start next week to repair the bridge, Mississippi Department of Transportation officials announced. The closure will concern the I-55 northbound ramp to I-220 or Exit 104 in Madison County. The project is set to begin...

Madison County, MS · 05-18

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RAMP CLOSURE: I-55 northbound to I-220 south in Madison County to be closed May 27-June 17

MISSISSIPPI (KTVE/KARD) — The Interstate 55 northbound ramp to Interstate 220 south (Exit 104) in Madison County will be closed beginning at midnight on Wednesday, May 27, until 6 a.m. Wednesday, June 17, for crews to install a bridge overlay. Courtesy photo Mississippi Department of Transportation All drivers are encouraged to use an alternate route […]

Madison County, MS · 05-19

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Major Highway Expansions Planned for Central Mississippi

Mississippi Transportation Commission Chairman Willie Simmons and Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) Executive Director Brad White announced two major expansion projects today, one on I-55 in Madison County and the other on State Route 25 in Rankin County. The announcement comes after the passage of House Bill 1938 during the...

Madison County, MS · 05-15