You may have heard of the ’12 Days of Christmas,’ but what about the MDOT version? Drivers will receive daily holiday-themed safety messages until they wrap up their campaign on Christmas. Ninety percent of crashes happen because…
‘Tis that time of the season as MDOT is revving up their efforts to keep the public safe with their annual ’12 Days of Christmas’ campaign. Starting Monday, drivers will receive daily holiday-themed safety messages on MDOT…
JACKSON, MISS. — Gov. Tate Reeves declared October 19-23, 2020, as Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Mississippi. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) reminds residents of the free resources offered to ensure everyone stays safe during severe weather. “Severe weather…
PEARLINGTON, Miss. (WXXV) — The Mississippi Highway Patrol says one person is dead after a fatal accident on Hwy 607 near the intersection of Interstate 10. MHP says the accident involved a pickup and a motorcycle. According to the Mississippi…
If you live in Gulfport or anywhere on the Gulf Coast, you have probably encountered a railroad crossing or two. However, do you always know what to do at them? Today kicks off Rail Safety Week 2020, a national rail…
Workers with the Mississippi Department of Transportation are stepping up to the front lines to help in the fight against human trafficking. Interstate 10 is a hot spot for human traffickers and runs right through South Mississippi as well as…
HATTIESBURG, MISS. — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) urges residents to get their hurricane evacuation kits ready before a hurricane threatens. A hurricane evacuation kit can help ensure you and your family have all the necessary items needed if…
HATTIESBURG, MISS. – Hurricane season is officially underway and the Mississippi Department of Transportation is urging South Mississippi residents to prepare now. “Hurricane season is well underway and we’ve already had a tropical system hit the Mississippi Gulf Coast. That just…
Mississippi Highway 26 in Stone County is closed one mile west of Wiggins following a two vehicle collision involving a semi rollover. All westbound lanes are blocked while first responders work to clear the scene. Mississippi Highway Patrol is advising…
The Mississippi Lottery Corporation on Monday completed its April transfer of $9,709,843.36 in net proceeds to the Lottery Proceeds Fund in the Mississippi State Treasury. This brings the total amount deposited to the state to more than $47.2 million since…
The Mississippi Transportation Commission this week awarded the first seven pavement restoration projects funded by lottery proceeds. “MDOT is so appreciative of the Legislature for designating a portion of the lottery proceeds to Mississippi’s maintenance needs. These funds will help…
‘Don’t trash Mississippi’ was the theme at one Gulfport area school today as students learned more about keeping the environment clean and healthy. Students like Orange Grove Elementary’s Joey Quick are now swept up in making good choices to help…
It was a relatively safe New Year’s holiday for drivers on the Coast. According to the Mississippi Department of Transportation, Troop K issued just over 330 tickets on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. While the holiday season is…
Throughout this Christmas season, MDOT is using digital message signs to remind the public to drive safely this holiday season while having a little fun. MDOT created the 12 days of Christmas message boards to remind drivers that this is…
Some of the busiest travel days of the year are ahead of us. In fact, for Christmas and New Year’s nation-wide over 110 million people are expected to be on the roads. That’s why MDOT is planning on suspending all…
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in northern Mississippi as a cold front is bringing a preview of winter. Snow has fallen in several places in the northernmost portions of the state, including in the cities of Batesville…
And Mississippi lawmakers have seen to it that they've helped bridge the gap to secure funding for a bridge in downtown Gulfport. U.S. Senators Roger Wicker and Cindy Hyde-Smith, along with U.S. House Representative Steven Palazzo, have made a joint…
One of Jackson County's two official hurricane evacuation routes is back up and running. On Tuesday, Southern District Transportation Commissioner Tom King was on hand at a rededication ceremony in Jackson County for State Route 57, officially adding it back…
As the season slowly changes into autumn, the Mississippi Department of Transportation is urging everyone driving in the state to keep an eye out for deer. According to MDOT, deer become more active and visible on our Mississippi roadways during…
As the season slowly changes into Autumn, the Mississippi Department of Transportation is urging everyone driving in the state of Mississippi to keep an eye out for deer. According to MDOT, deer become more active and visible on our Mississippi…
MDOT put on a friendly competition with an emphasis on workplace safety this morning in Biloxi. The Southeastern Regional Equipment Operators ‘Roadeo’ had competitors from nine different states show off their skills to the public by operating and maneuvering dump…
This morning, they're revving up in Biloxi for the Southeastern Regional Equipment Operators Rodeo. This year's regional competition, hosted by MDOT, will be held at the Gulf Coast Convention Center. Swing by today as maintenance workers with the State Department…
Crews from the Mississippi Department of Transportation are continuing to monitor the condition of flooded highways throughout the Mississippi Delta region. MDOT officials anticipate a slow but steady drop in water levels. Commissioner Dick Hall says that while the Mississippi…
With all of the wind Barry brought into our Coast this weekend, you have probably noticed how those winds pushed a good amount of sand onto Highway 90. The Mississippi Department of Transportation is always tasked with the process of…