A new traffic pattern is coming to the intersection of Big Daddy’s and Lancaster roads in Wayne County. The N.C. Department of Transportation is scheduled to convert this location into an all-way stop on Wednesday, March 24. The work will begin around 8 a.m. and be completed by early afternoon. The work is weather-dependent. The…… read more »
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Wayne County Junction Getting An All-Way Stop
NCDOT: Over 2 Million Pounds of Roadside Litter Collected This Year
As part of its litter removal efforts, N.C. Department of Transportation crews, contractors and volunteers have now collected more than 2 million pounds of litter from roadsides this year. “NCDOT and our partners have been working tirelessly over the past three months to remove litter from roadsides,” said state Transportation Secretary Eric Boyette. “But there’s…… read more »
NCDOT: Time Change Can Create Problems For Drivers
Daylight saving time began at 2 a.m. Sunday. This time of year can create problems for drivers as the sun rises and sets later in the day. Make sure to: Ensure your vehicle’s exterior and interior lights are working properly; Be alert for bicyclists and pedestrians; and Be well rested; Never drive when you’re drowsy.… read more »
Wayne County Drainage Work Requires Temporary Road Closure
A 1.3-mile section of Old Mount Olive Highway is scheduled to close this week for the replacement of two pipes that will improve storm drainage. Old Mount Olive Highway will be closed to through-traffic between Everett Road and Parker Road. The closure will last from 7:30 a.m. Monday until 5 p.m. Friday. Maintenance crews for the N.C.…… read more »
Volunteers Needed For Statewide Litter Sweep
The N.C. Department of Transportation needs volunteers to help clean up trash along roads during the Adopt-A-Highway Spring Litter Sweep from April 10-24. Each April and September, NCDOT asks volunteers to help remove litter from roadsides. Volunteers from local businesses, schools, non-profits, churches, municipalities, law enforcement and community groups play an important role in keeping…… read more »
NCDOT: Over 1 Million Pounds of Roadside Litter Collected This Year
As part of its litter removal efforts, N.C. Department of Transportation crews, contractors and volunteers have now collected more than 1 million pounds of litter from roadsides statewide this year. “We are only just beginning this year’s efforts to clean up and prevent litter on our roadsides,” said state Transportation Secretary Eric Boyette. “But we…… read more »
Improvements Funded At Mount Olive Airport
At its February meeting, the N.C. Board of Transportation approved state and federal grants for safety and airfield improvement projects at 10 North Carolina airports. More than $9.5 million in state funding has been awarded for various projects that help the airports increase capacity, attract new jobs and businesses to their communities, and improve safety…… read more »
State Uses New Tool To Prevent Deaths On Railroad Tracks
A state railroad safety study could save lives by giving officials a better tool to prevent people from getting hit by trains. The four-year study used thermal cameras to develop a more complete understanding of the extent of pedestrian trespassing on North Carolina‘s rail network. The study, conducted by researchers at the Institute of Transportation…… read more »
Goldsboro Parks & Rec Included In NCDOT Bicycle Helmet Initiative
A record number of children – 11,850 total – across the state will be receiving lifesaving bicycle helmets through the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Bicycle Helmet Initiative, part of ongoing efforts to reduce bicycle injuries and deaths in North Carolina. NCDOT uses funds from the sale of “Share the Road” specialty license plates to pay…… read more »
Explore The NC Moves 2050 Plan On Interactive Webpage
The N.C. Department of Transportation has completed the long-range transportation plan update, NC Moves 2050, and there’s now an interactive way for people to explore the plan online. The plan, adopted by the N.C. Board of Transportation on Feb. 4, provides a blueprint focused on creating a more responsive, diverse and inclusive transportation system to…… read more »
