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Governor Kay Ivey today announced more than $7.6 million in funding for local road projects in Alabama, supporting 26 transportation improvement projects across the state. The Alabama Department of Transportation administers the funding through its Annual Grant Program established under the Rebuild Alabama Act.

The grants are the first round of funding made available this…

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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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The Wetumpka Municipal Airport received $243,225 in state and federal funds to remove obstructions to the runway 9 approach.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has awarded more than $2 million in state grants to support improvement projects at 27 local airports.

The grants are part of ALDOT’s Alabama Airport Improvement Funding Program. The program provides financial assistance and technical support to public-use airports across the state. Eligible projects may include land acquisition, runway…

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The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is inviting residents across the state to share their vision for Alabama’s future transportation system by participating in the Statewide Transportation Plan (SWTP) survey, open Oct. 1–31, 2025.

The SWTP is Alabama’s guide to the development of transportation investments and priorities for the next 20 years. It covers highways,…

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Governor Kay Ivey on her Rebuild Alabama tour.

Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced more than $3.7 million in state funding is being awarded to cities and counties for 13 road projects across Alabama, highlighting her ongoing commitment to enhancing Alabama’s infrastructure.

The grants are the final round of funding made available this year under the Alabama Department of Transportation’s (ALDOT) Annual Grant…

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The Aeronautics Bureau's meeting with consultants on August 13, 2025.

The ALDOT Aeronautics bureau grant program does more than distribute funds, it carefully coordinates a process that helps Alabama’s airports grow and meet the needs of their local communities.

At the heart of this effort is the annual airport funding cycle. Developed with input from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), airport directors and engineering consultants,…

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Map depicting the area of the proposed project along AL-235 in Talladega County.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will host a come-and-go style public involvement meeting at the Childersburg Church of Christ to discuss a potential project on SR-235 involving plans for a road diet on approximately 9 miles of the highway.

The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m….

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Map depicting the location of the proposed project in Chambers County, Alabama.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will host a come-and-go style public involvement meeting at Lafayette High School to discuss a potential project that will involve US-431 from SR-50 to CR-93.

The meeting is scheduled for today, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. where the public can ask questions and view exhibits regarding the proposed…

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Photograph of an airport runway in Alabama.

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has awarded more than $337,000 in state grants to support improvement projects at 20 local airports.

The grants are part of ALDOT’s Alabama Airport Improvement Funding Program, which provides financial assistance and technical support to public-use airports across the state. Eligible projects may include land acquisition, runway upgrades, facility…

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