TxDOT to close I-35E from Loop 12 to Harry Hines Boulevard
Traffic will be shifted to allow construction of bridge column for DART Orange Line.
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
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Transportation
Two lanes of Woodall Rodgers Freeway closed again Saturday for construction of Deck Park
The closure is necessary to allow the Archer Western to set barriers and re-stripe the roadway.
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009
Eight Dallas-area truck drivers honored for driving one million miles or more without accident
Frito-Lay thanks the people who "safely move our snacks across the country every day."
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009
Arlington council member to chair Tarrant Regional Transportation Coalition
Kathryn Wilemon has been a member of the TRTC since its inception in 2003.
Monday, Nov. 2, 2009
TxDOT issues emergency contract to repair SH 5 bridge beginning Monday
The SH 5 bridge was closed when one of the bridge columns was damaged by flooding following heavy rains on October 23.
Friday, Oct. 30, 2009
SH 114 will be closed through the weekend
The project will result in a u-turn lake at SH 161.
Friday, Oct. 30, 2009
Fort Worth’s art museums to offer The T riders discounts in November
The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth will offer $2 off admission, while Amon Carter and Kimbell will give 10% off in their museum stores.
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009
Southbound U.S. 75 HOV in Plano reopened early
The road isn't finished yet, however. To be complete by fall 2010, the project will convert the U.S. 75 and Parker Road interchange from a standard, grade-separated bridge to a single-point urban interchange.
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009
Video: Mothers Against Drunk Driving launches parenting program
The Power of Parents provides conversation tools about the No. 1 youth drug problem in America.
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009
Woodall Rodgers fully closed this weekend for construction of Deck Park
The closure begins Friday evening. Officials say closing the entire freeway is necessary for the demolition of the St. Paul exit.
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009
TxDOT makes emergency closure on north and southbound SH 5 in Collin County
A bridge column on the SH 5 bridge was damaged by flooding.
Monday, Oct. 26, 2009
Time running out on TxDOT’s offer to reduce violation fees on delinquent tolls
Drivers with unpaid tolls have until November 30 to get their fees reduced.
Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009
TxDOT to begin construction on Woodall Rodgers Deck Park
The Harwood Street bridge and St. Paul exit ramp are officially closed for demolition.
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009
Fort Worth museums to take art to the streets on The T’s buses
It’s a component of a partnership between The T and the museums to encourage the public to “Ride the T” to the Cultural District.
Monday, Oct. 19, 2009
Fort Worth’s The T to hold hearing Oct. 27 on proposed bus service changes for January
There are five proposed changes that will be under discussion.
Friday, Oct. 16, 2009
Two-day closure scheduled for northbound US 75 HOV in Plano
Southbound U.S. 75 HOV scheduled to reopen Halloween.
Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009
TxDOT says heavy traffic expected for University of Texas/Oklahoma University football game
We say ... duh.
Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009
Is mass transit sinking in Collin County?
Our short sightedness will, not may, but will impact the future growth prospects, the air, and the quality of life in our county.
Monday, Oct. 12, 2009
Forney area citizens encouraged by TxDOT to attend public hearing
They'll discuss moving FM 740 from "two-lane rural road to four-lane urban thoroughfare."
Monday, Oct. 12, 2009
I-35E traffic to move onto new concrete Oct. 13
The southbound traffic will be detoured onto the new road; northbound traffic will switch in a few weeks.
Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009
Deceleration lane scheduled to open at Trinity River Audubon Center
The new lane will improve traffic flow and is set for completion in November 2009.
Friday, Oct. 9, 2009
Rowlett hosts meeting about progress of Bush Turnpike Eastern Extension
Presentations from NTTA and Rowlett Public Works.
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009
TxDOT offers FAQ to ‘splain ghastly demise of Trans-Texas Corridor
It only cost them $11,824,925.12 of jerking around to decide to do absolutely nothing.
Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009
US 67 in Cedar Hill to have lanes closed all Wednesday night to move electrical pole
Power will be out, too, so it'll be all dark and spooky.
Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009
Public hearing on possible Lake Lavon toll bridge to be held on Wednesday, October 7
Opposition to the bridge is already being organized, with a group called "Save Lake Lavon."
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009
West Village in Dallas hosts competition for new rest stop design for trolley
Shoppers can vote for their favorite design Oct. 9-11 in West Village.
Monday, Oct. 5, 2009
Former lawyer for Toyota delivers new evidence in ongoing crashworthiness case
Dimitrios Biller visited the federal courthouse in Marshall, Texas, with four sealed boxes labeled as exhibits in a fraud lawsuit filed by Dallas attorney Todd Tracy.
Friday, Oct. 2, 2009
Bill Moore joins NTTA Board of Directors as Collin County appointee
Two current board members reappointed.
Friday, Oct. 2, 2009
TxDOT to lose $742 million in federal funding
More than $8 billion of unobligated federal highway funds were rescinded nationwide.
Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009
TxDOT schedules public hearing on already made decision
The hearing is about TxDOT transferring a portion of State Highway 121 to the NTTA, something that has already happened.
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009
TxDOT hosts public hearing to discuss new Sam Rayburn Tollway
You call it Sam Rayburn Tollway, we call it "the road formerly known as 121."
Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009
10-year Collin County rural paving program to continue at current pace
Judge Keith Self's plan to cap the program was goofy, and it never stood a chance of gaining a majority vote of the court.
Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009
Loop 12 at SH 114 in northwest Dallas to be closed all weekend for repairs
Fortunately, the only thing out there is Texas Stadium, where there isn't exactly a lot going on.
Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009
Carrollton chooses construction company for transit-oriented development project
Construction will begin summer 2010.
Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2009
Sam Rayburn Tollway’s third phase to fully open October 1
The portion slated to open October 1 extends north from Custer Road to Hardin Boulevard.
Sunday, Sept. 20, 2009
DART’s new Green Line causing system-wide train delays
The whole Red, Green, and Blue schedules are no good any more - simply put, the trains do NOT run on time.
Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2009
Photo story: Radar-powered speed checkers raid the streets of Dallas
It's rush hour in the city. Do you know how fast you're driving?
Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2009
DART Green Line opens to wet weather, lots of riders
Dallas South News intern Michael Counter gives his impressions after riding the Green Line on opening day.
Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2009
DART’s Green Line signals a new era of possibilities
In terms of time and ease of travel this rail line will put a lot of jobs in reach.
Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2009
Texas Department of Transportation to replace five bridges in Ellis County
The project costs $1.6 million and is funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
Monday, Sept. 14, 2009
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