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Lane Closed on East Thach Avenue for Emergency Sewer Line Repair

Submitted by JoBeth Davis, Community Web Producer
Tuesday, February 26th, 2013, 1:26pm
Lane Closed on East Thach Avenue for Emergency Sewer Line Repair

Auburn, Ala. - The Water Resource Management Department is currently performing an emergency sewer line repair in the 300 block of East Thach Avenue. The westbound lane of East Thach Avenue is currently closed from Payne Street to Armstrong Street, while the eastbound lane is temporarily reduced to a single lane with flaggers directing traffic to allow travel in both directions. This work should be completed today by 3:30 p.m. Drivers are advised take alternate routes if possible to avoid traffic delays. If travel in this area is necessary, please use extreme caution as workers are present.

Information Source: City of Auburn

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AG announces $29 million settlement with Toyota

Submitted by Donna Wallace-King, Community Web Producer
Thursday, February 14th, 2013, 1:45pm
AG announces $29 million settlement with Toyota

Attorney General Luther Strange today joined 29 other states in announcing a $29 million settlement with Toyota Motor Corporation and its related North America entities over allegations that Toyota concealed safety issues related to unintended acceleration.

Toyota agreed to pay $29 million to settle consumer protection claims and has agreed to provide additional restitution and incentives to vehicle owners to promote compliance with unintended acceleration safety recalls.

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AL Dept. of Public Safety: More lives could be saved if people buckle up

Submitted by Donna Wallace-King, Community Web Producer
Thursday, February 7th, 2013, 1:13pm
AL Dept. of Public Safety: More lives could be saved if people buckle up

Preliminary data from crashes investigated by Alabama State Troopers indicates 59 percent of all traffic fatalities in 2012 were not wearing seat belts the time of their deaths state officials announced today.

For 2012, 514 people died in crashes investigated by troopers on Alabama’s rural, state, U.S. and interstate highways. Of those, 424 were in vehicles where seat belts were available, and 251 were not wearing seat belts. Crash data from crashes investigated by local law enforcement won’t be compiled until later this year, so the total number of fatalities, including the percentage not wearing seat belts is expected the climb even higher.

According to preliminary traffic crash data, there were 36 people killed in vehicle crashes investigated by state troopers in Alabama in January of 2013.

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Gov. Bentley announces new road and bridge projects as part of ATRIP initiative

Submitted by Donna Wallace-King, Community Web Producer
Monday, February 4th, 2013, 3:22pm
Gov. Bentley announces new road and bridge projects as part of ATRIP initiative

Governor Robert Bentley on Monday announced the approval of 302 additional road and bridge projects, the largest number of projects announced to date under the Alabama Transportation Rehabilitation and Improvement Program (ATRIP).

With Monday’s announcement, a total of 439 road and bridge projects have been announced since Governor Bentley formally unveiled his ATRIP initiative in March of 2012.  ATRIP is the largest road and bridge improvement program in Alabama’s history. 

“Everyone benefits from ATRIP,” Governor Bentley said.  “We’re improving public safety by replacing old bridges and repairing and widening outdated roads.  ATRIP also helps create jobs.  When companies build new facilities, they look for areas with good roads and bridges.  ATRIP is giving them what they need.  The more companies that build and expand in Alabama, the more jobs we’re able to create.”

The latest projects are located in 44 counties across th

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ALDOT road conditions page provides updated highway travel information

Submitted by Donna Wallace-King, Community Web Producer
Thursday, January 17th, 2013, 2:07pm
ALDOT road conditions page provides updated highway travel information

The Alabama Department of Transportation would like to remind motorists that they can check the conditions of Alabama’s state and federal highways on the Road Conditions page of the ALDOT Web site. 

ALDOT has made preparations and mobilized personnel and resources across the state to respond to icy bridge/road conditions and other adverse impacts from the winter storm. ALDOT will continue to monitor the roadways to make our highways as safe as possible.

Motorists are urged to drive with caution and be alert for work zones and highway maintenance personnel. 

ALDOT's mission is to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally and economically sound transportation network across Alabama.

Source:  Alabama Department of Transportation

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Moores Mill Road from Samford Ave. to Godfey Lane to Close Jan. 21

Submitted by JoBeth Davis, Community Web Producer
Thursday, January 17th, 2013, 11:23am
Moores Mill Road from Samford Ave. to Godfey Lane to Close Jan. 21

Auburn, Ala. - Moores Mill Road from Samford Avenue to Godfrey Lane will be closed Monday, January 21 from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for Alagasco to complete gas valve maintenance. This portion of Moores Mill Road will be closed to all vehicular traffic during this time.  Motorists are advised to take alternate routes if possible, or use caution when traveling this area. For additional information, please contact Alagasco at 334-887-4805.

Information Source: City of Auburn

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Chewacla Creek Bridge Replacement Project to Begin Jan. 21

Submitted by JoBeth Davis, Community Web Producer
Thursday, January 17th, 2013, 11:21am
Chewacla Creek Bridge Replacement Project to Begin Jan. 21

Auburn, Ala. - Lee County has informed the City of Auburn that construction on the Chewacla Creek Bridge Replacement Project is expected to begin on Monday, January 21. During the six month construction period, the bridge will be closed to through traffic. In addition, Society Hill Road from Pierce Chapel Road to Moore's Mill Road will be closed. Construction and detour signs will be posted to direct motorists. Please refer to the Road Closing and Detour Map at www.auburnalabama.org to view specific road closures and detours.

For additional information, please contact the Lee County Highway Department at 334-737-7011.

Information Source: City of Auburn

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