Communities Benefit From Addition of Funds to MoDOT Program

The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission has made it easier for communities to advance a local transportation need or attract new employers by approving a $10 million increase to the MoDOT's cost-share/economic development program. Cost-share

New Chair, Vice Chair for Highways and Transportation Commission

Rudy Farber, Neosho, has been selected to serve as the Missouri Highway and Transportation Commission's chair for the next year, while Grace Nichols, St. Charles, will assume the position of vice-chair.  Commission Chair

Local Public Agencies Asked to Comment on Updated Federal Funding Guide

These days, city, county and state agencies seek to make the most of limited funds and are finding ways to complete federally funded projects on time, on budget and in compliance with federal law. One result of those efforts is open for public comment during the month of March. Guide

What's In A Name? U.S. 71 to Become I-49

MoDOT is preparing for final projects in the transformation of U.S. Route 71 from national highway to interstate standards. Why?  I-49

Shipping on Missouri River Starts Early This Year

When the long haul boat the M/V Mary Lynn headed out from St. Louis recently, she was a full month ahead of schedule pushing cargo barges along the Missouri River.  Shipping

MoDOT Sponsors Older Driver Workshop

Older drivers were the subject of a recent MoDOT-sponsored gathering. Experts from around the state discussed the road safety needs of our aging population.  Older Driver

Storm Damage Clean Up in Branson

MoDOT crews, working with local officials, quickly went to work Feb. 29 to clear roads and clean up debris after a tornado hit Branson.  This video shows MoDOT's crews at work.  Branson

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