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Mardi Gras 2026: Let the good times (and traffic) roll across the Gulf Coast

Mardi Gras season is rolling back into South Alabama for 2026, bringing a festive mix of parades, beads, Moon Pies, and yes, extra traffic.

While celebrations begin early along the Gulf Coast, including Dauphin Island’s long-standing tradition as one of the first communities to parade each season, downtown Mobile’s parade schedule gets underway Friday,...

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Feb 09

ALDOT resurfacing I-59/20 between Fairfield and Hueytown

Two-mile stretch of I-59/20 is being resurfaced between Fairfield and Hueytown.

An Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) resurfacing project to replace an aging section of I-59/20 near Fairfield began Sunday, Feb. 8.

The project will replace two miles of deteriorating asphalt between the Fairfield Boulevard and Valley Road bridges.

More than 60,000 vehicles pass through that section of interstate daily.

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Feb 06

Resurfacing project on SR-134 in Henry County begins Monday

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) resurfacing project on SR-134 in Henry County begins Monday, Feb. 9, weather permitting.  

The six-mile includes micro-milling, resurfacing, and traffic stripe on SR-134 from the Dale County line to US-431 in Headland.

Motorists should expect lane closures and reduced speed limits throughout the project. ALDOT urges drivers to…

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Feb 06

ALDOT to host a public involvement meeting in Dadeville

ALDOT is holding a public involvement meeting about a proposed Tallapoosa County roundabout on February 12, 2026 from 4-6 p.m.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will host an open-house public involvement meeting to discuss a potential roundabout project at the intersection of SR-50 and SR-49 near Dadeville.

The proposed project would address traffic delays and reduce crash risks at the referenced interchange.

Construction could begin by Spring 2027 and last up to nine months.

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Feb 04

ALDOT continues progress on Intracoastal Waterway Bridge and SR-161 Connector

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) continues to advance construction of the new Intracoastal Waterway Bridge in Baldwin County.

The $52 million project is designed to reduce congestion to Alabama’s beaches and improve safety for residents and visitors. The bridge project is paired with a new connector road to SR-161, creating a major new…

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Jan 30

ALDOT airport workshop hosted by Aeronautics Bureau

ALDOT's Aeronautics Bureau provides training to airport consultants on airport capital improvement projects.

ALDOT’s Aeronautics Bureau recently trained Alabama airport consultants on strengthening the planning, development and execution of airport capital improvement projects. Held in partnership with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the biennial ALDOT Aeronautics Bureau airport workshop helps ensure consultants remain aligned with state and federal airport development requirements.

Aeronautics Bureau Chief Frank Farmer emphasized the…

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Jan 28

Anniston District works to create some of the best highway rideability in Alabama

District 42 maintains the highways and state routes in Calhoun County in and around Anniston.

ALDOT’s Anniston District continues to serve Calhoun County with a team-centered focus to keep motorists moving.

Traditionally, District 42 sees some of the most severe weather in the Alexander City Area.

Crews effectively respond to tornadoes and snow/ice events whenever they hit the most populated district in East Central Alabama.

With a dozen maintenance team…

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Jan 27

Mardi Gras 2026: Let the good times (and traffic) roll across the Gulf Coast

Mardi Gras 2026 gets underway in Downtown Mobile beginning January 30th.

Mardi Gras season is rolling back into South Alabama for 2026, bringing a festive mix of parades, beads, Moon Pies, and yes, extra traffic.

While celebrations begin early along the Gulf Coast, including Dauphin Island’s long-standing tradition as one of the first communities to parade each season, downtown Mobile’s parade schedule gets underway Friday,…

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Jan 25

Icy trees may fall in roadways

ALDOT removed this fallen, icy tree from SR-20 in Lauderdale County near the Tennessee state line.

In addition to the danger of icy pavements, icy trees may fall into roadways, further impacting travel in northwest Alabama.

With temperatures dropping drastically, ALDOT warns of the potential for extended and widespread icing and advises motorists to avoid unnecessary travel until conditions improve.

ALDOT responded to several reports of icy trees falling on…

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