Tanker truck rollover causes interstate closure
Officials note this would be an extended closure.
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MDOT planning road closures in DeSoto County beginning Sunday
As always, MDOT and local officials urge drivers to slow down and stay off their phones while navigating these work zones.
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2025 marks historic year for MDOT
MDOT officials say Mississippians can expect even more improvements to the state’s transportation system in 2026.
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MDOT urges driver vigilance as pedestrian fatalities rise nationally
MDOT is encouraging pedestrians to wear bright, reflective clothing to ensure they are visible to motorists in low-light conditions.
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MDOT announces emergency bridge closure on State Route 178 in Marshall County
The bridge will remain closed indefinitely until repairs can be made.
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MDOT Documentary Chronicles Hurricane Katrina Recovery 20 Years Later
The documentary highlights the stories of the men and women who worked to restore connectivity along the Mississippi Gulf Coast after the devastating storm.
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MDOT announces new leadership in District 2
MDOT District 2 encompasses 17 counties in northwest Mississippi, including DeSoto County.
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Hernando I-55 Welcome Center soon to reopen
There are about a half-dozen rest areas located near the state border that also work as official Welcome Centers.
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Highway 51 proposed widening public hearing
Citizens are encouraged to make written and/or taped comments during the event that will become part of the hearing’s permanent record.
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Political signs illegal on state right-of-way
The width of highway right-of-way varies by location and includes the driving lanes, shoulders and mowed areas.
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