INDIANA — According to AAA, more than 112.5 million people are expected to be out and about this year. That’s a 4.4 percent increase over the last year and the highest since AAA began collecting travel data in 2001. Of those, 102.1 million are expected highway travelers. To avoid holiday road rage, drivers can use …read more.

MILFORD — The Monday, Oct. 8, meeting of the Milford Town Council kicked off with the swearing in of two new reserve officers to the Milford Police Department. Scott Anderson and Jon Brito will receive six to eight weeks of training before joining the force in a volunteer capacity. The reserve officers will come in handy, …read more.

SYRACUSE — Concern about horse and buggy traffic, wide loads, turning ability, suggestions of leaving it as is, installing a traffic signal, and support on the proposal were among comments heard from 12 people, including two elected officials Wednesday evening, Aug. 29, at a public hearing on the proposed intersection improvement at US 6 and …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that SR 25, between CR West 250S and CR South 400W in Kosciusko County, is scheduled to close Monday, Aug. 13, weather permitting. INDOT maintenance crews plan to perform a culvert replacement the road. The official state detour is SR 19 to US 30 to SR 15. Local …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Memorial Day traditionally marks the start of the summer travel season in Indiana. And whether you’re attending the Indianapolis 500, vacationing, visiting family and friends, or just passing through, INDOT urges drivers to plan extra travel time, to stay informed on road conditions, and to drive safely. Road Work Suspended Most highway maintenance …read more.

MILFORD — Indiana Department of Transportation will be closing SR 15, between CR 1000N and CR 900N, approximately two miles south of Milford beginning Monday, May 7, weather permitting. The closure is scheduled to take place at the Middleton Memorial Drain, between CR 900N and CR 1000N. Access to homes and businesses will be maintained …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — With the month of May comes warmer weather across Indiana. INDOT reminds motorists that although these conditions invite motorists to roll down vehicle windows, it is against the law to litter by throwing trash out of vehicles. INDOT has several beautification initiatives to help keep Indiana clean. During INDOT’s annual Trash Bash! on …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that traffic changes are planned for the intersection of SR 19 and Main Street/Broadway Street in the Etna Green. On or after Thursday, April 19, INDOT’s maintenance professionals plan to install the stop signs. The intersection will be converted to an all-way stop with traffic on SR …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Indiana Department of Transportation announced that the agency’s annual Trash Bash! will take place Friday, April 13 through Sunday, April 15. Trash Bash! brings INDOT crews together with volunteers to beautify the state’s roadside areas by cleaning trash and debris. On average, INDOT invests about $4.3 million and more than 60,000 labor …read more.

  INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation today announced the launch of INDOT4U, a new model for customer service that makes it easier than ever for customers to contact the agency and get questions answered and problems resolved. With a statewide customer service center in place, motorists now have a single point of contact …read more.

PIERCETON—Business was slow at this month’s Pierceton Town Council meeting on Monday, Feb. 12. However, the two new topics of business were heavily discussed by the town council members present at the meeting. First, the council stated that they had been approached by Mayor Joe Thallemer to have a Pierceton representative sit on a future …read more.

INDIANA — The extreme fluctuation of temperatures dipping above and below freezing the past few weeks has created prime conditions for potholes on Indiana interstates, U.S. routes and state highways. To deal with potholes in the most aggressive and efficient manner, the Indiana Department of Transportation will be allowing crews through the state to close …read more.

INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces the kick off of its 2018 Paint the Plow campaign, a community outreach program designed to promote safety and awareness of INDOT’s Winter Operations all year long. Each INDOT District invites art classes/programs from middle and high schools to paint an INDOT snow plow blade with original …read more.

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation announced the agency’s new mobile app is available for free download for iPhone or iPad users through the app store and Android users through Google play. The INDOT mobile app offers statewide, real-time traffic information. Features include: A zoomable, scrollable map-based display Current traffic speeds Travel advisories Winter …read more.

INDIANA — Indiana Department of Transportation crews have begun preparing for the winter months with pre-winter inspections. During the month of October, INDOT inspectors will travel to each of the Fort Wayne District’s 14 units to perform the annual inspection of snow and ice equipment. During the inspections, INDOT’s yellow trucks undergo a full bumper-to-bumper …read more.

NEW PARIS — The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a new traffic signal is scheduled to be activated at the intersection of SR 15 and CR 46, (Market Street) in New Paris, beginning on or after Tuesday, Oct. 17, weather permitting. INDOT contractors plan to activate the signal sometime after 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 17, …read more.

Syracuse can now “push the play button” on three years’ worth of street paving, crack sealing and ADA-compliant sidewalk renovations, according to Doug Burgess, capital program management director for the Fort Wayne district of the Indiana Department of Transportation. Burgess and Mark Ober, the district’s project manager, presented a certificate acknowledging a $352,688 state grant …read more.

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation reminds motorists that the Labor Day holiday weekend is typically one of the busiest times for travel on Indiana’s highways. Motorists should expect heavier than normal traffic beginning Friday through Monday evening. INDOT reminds Hoosiers to travel safely and plan for more driving time during this very busy …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The “NextLevel Indiana” plan from the Indiana Department of Transportation was announced earlier this week. Kosciusko County will be receiving an investment of $41,353,551 over the five years. The plan will resurface a total of 212 lane miles and rehabilitate or replace 11 bridges. The following are the planned projects: 2018   SR 13 …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — A roundabout proposed for US 6 and SR 13, north of Syracuse, is now a planned project and has been placed in the five-year road construction plan, “NextLevel Indiana.” The project is currently in the preliminary design phase with construction to take place in 2020. The project is estimated at $2,813,500. Contracts …read more.

INDIANA — The Independence Day holiday weekend is expected to be one of the busiest on Indiana highways and interstates ever. The Indiana Department of Transportation reminds Hoosiers to travel safely and plan for more driving time during this very busy weekend. Northern Indiana Sections of I-94 in LaPorte County are reduced to two lanes …read more.

AKRON — An art club at Tippecanoe Valley High School has submitted an entry for the Northeast Indiana Department of Transportation’s contest “Paint the Plow.” Lisa Lynch said five students in her art club at TVHS proposed a design based on the art club’s desire to represent TVHS and aspects that make it unique. Students Macy …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY – The Indiana Department of Transportation has announced that traffic will be restricted to one lane on SR 15 over the Tippecanoe River on or after Monday, June 12, weather permitting. Bridge reconstruction will take place just north of the City of Warsaw, between CR East 350N/Shelden Street and CR West 400N. On …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that bridge maintenance on US 30 in Kosciusko and Whitley counties is scheduled to begin on or after Monday, June 5, weather permitting. INDOT maintenance crews will perform joint maintenance on three bridges in the following locations: US 30 westbound over Deeds Creek, 1.08 miles west of …read more.

INDIANA — Governor Eric Holcomb has proclaimed April 3-7 as Work Zone Awareness Week in Indiana. The week marks the ceremonial start to the highway construction season and intends to draw awareness to both motorist and worker safety in work zones. Not all “work zones” on the road involve construction, but all workers on the …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — A roundabout at the intersection of US 6 and SR 13, north of Syracuse, is in the works by the Indiana Department of Transportation. Internal discussions on reducing the number of accidents at this intersection have resulted in the roundabout as the preferred alternative. The project was recently listed in the draft …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that SR 13 in Kosciusko and Wabash counties is scheduled to be resurfaced on or after Wednesday, March 15, weather permitting. The resurface work will take place between SR 114 and SR 14, through the city of North Manchester. During the day, drivers are cautioned to …read more.

WARSAW — Nothing is going to happen over night. It may take years, but the potential to have passenger rail service return to Warsaw and Kosciusko County is a step closer to reality. “It’s exciting for the community if it gets to the point it becomes a reality,” says Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer. “I’m excited, …read more.

INDIANA — Attention college students! The Indiana Department of Transportation is again accepting applications for Governor’s Summer Internships paying $11.30 per hour and civil engineering scholarships of up to $3,125 per semester. Summer interns INDOT is accepting resumes through Friday, Feb. 24 for more than 50 Governor’s Public Service Summer Internship positions at its offices …read more.

INDIANA — Temperatures fluctuating above and below freezing the past few weeks have created prime conditions for potholes forming on Indiana roadways. To deal with potholes in the most aggressive and efficient manner, the Indiana Department of Transportation will allow crews throughout the state to close travel lanes when and where necessary during daytime hours, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Indiana Department of Transportation announced the kick off of its 2017 Paint the Plow campaign, a community outreach program designed to promote safety and awareness of INDOT’s winter operations all year long. INDOT’s Fort Wayne district invites high schools within district boundaries to paint an INDOT snowplow blade with original artwork to represent …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY —  Kosciusko County is included in a hazardous weather outlook issued by the National Weather Service for this weekend. A few degrees can mean the difference between rain or snow, so freezing rain and ice can be difficult for forecasters to pinpoint far in advance. A wintry mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain …read more.

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation is monitoring multiple weather forecasts predicting a mix of rain, freezing rain, snow and ice to move across Indiana beginning Friday evening. A few degrees can mean the difference between rain, ice or snow, so freezing rain can be difficult for forecasters to pinpoint far in advance. INDOT …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Transportation reminds Hoosiers to travel safely and plan more driving time during the busy Thanksgiving travel holiday. AAA Hoosier Motor club predicts that an improving economy will prompt nearly 980,000 travelers to hit Indiana roads Nov. 23 through Nov. 27 – a two percent increase over last year. Hoosier …read more.

INDIANA — As part of Winter Weather Preparedness Week this Nov. 13 through 19, the Indiana Department of Transportation on Monday detailed its preparations for the upcoming winter season. INDOT today encourages the motoring public to prepare themselves for safe winter travel. Prepare Your Vehicle The time to get your car ready for winter is before …read more.

INDIANA — Governor Mike Pence has declared this week, Nov. 13 through 19, as Winter Weather Preparedness Week in Indiana. The Indiana Department of Transportation began preparing for the upcoming winter season soon after the snow and ice melted last spring. INDOT’s top winter priority is removing snow and preventing ice on more than 11,000 …read more.

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation, the Indiana State Police and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources remind drivers to stay alert as deer become more active in fall months on Indiana’s roadways. Nearly 50 percent of all vehicle crashes involving deer occur between October and December. Deer are generally more active during mating …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation announced today, Oct. 3, that nearly $80 million in federal transportation funding is being awarded to 64 cities, towns and counties in rural portions of Indiana to invest in local road and bridge improvements as well as sidewalk and trail projects. Combined with local funds, almost $135 million …read more.

ELKHART AND KOSCIUSKO COUNTIES — The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that bridge maintenance is scheduled to begin on SR 15, in various locations within Elkhart and Kosciusko counties, on Thursday, Sept. 8, weather permitting. Work will include bridge joint and bridge deck repairs in the following locations: SR 15 over the CSX Railroad tracks …read more.

FORT WAYNE — The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that herbicide treatments are scheduled for various counties throughout INDOT’s Fort Wayne District, beginning Tuesday, Sept. 7, weather permitting. Motorists may encounter slow-moving vehicles on state and federal roadways (listed below), as crews work to spray more than 4,000 acres of state right-of-way for invasive/noxious. With …read more.

MILFORD — Milford is among 121 Northern Indiana cities, towns and counties receiving funds from the Indiana Department of Transportation as part of the state’s Community Crossings matching grant fund. The town received $41,911.62 for use in road surfacing, bridge rehabilitation, road reconstruction and Americans with Disabilities Act compliance in connection with road projects. “Northern …read more.

PLYMOUTH —Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) Deputy Commissioner Rick Powers of the LaPorte District joined Marshall County Commissioner Kevin Overmyer, Plymouth Mayor Mark Senter, President of Plymouth Industrial Development Corporation (PIDCO) Mike Miley along with local leaders for a groundbreaking on the new INDOT Plymouth Sub District highway maintenance facility.

FULTON COUNTY – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that S.R. 14 in Fulton County is scheduled to be resurfaced Monday, Aug. 1, weather permitting.

WARSAW — New extrication equipment and an opportunity to match dollar for dollar on street improvements were presented to the Warsaw Common Council Monday, July 18. Warsaw-Wayne Fire Territory Chief Mike Wilson presented the new equipment, part of the department’s heavy duty rescue improvements for the year. Firefighter Travis Rowland briefly explained the equipment with …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a resurface project on S.R. 25, in Kosciusko County, is scheduled to begin Monday, July 11, weather permitting. INDOT contractors will begin with the upgrade of curb ramps through the Town of Mentone in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Curb ramp upgrades will take …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — SR 13 in Kosciusko County is scheduled for resurface on Tuesday, July 5. Asphalt resurface and curb ramp upgrades will take place through the Town of Pierceton.

The proposed overpass to go over US 6 and CR 29 is two months into construction. For a project of this size, much work goes into the foundation, and ground excavation has been a major part of the construction thus far. This involves removing old dirt and replacing it with new ground that is stable enough for a bridge.

KOUTS — A new crosswalk in Kouts, Indiana will tell you when it’s safe to cross. Literally. This new technology safety device which utilizes vibration and sound was installed last month by the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) at State Road 49 and State Road 8 in Kouts in Porter County to ensure safe passage …read more.

WHITLEY COUNTY – The Indiana Department of Transportation announced the SR 5 bridge over the Eel River in Whitley County, is scheduled to close on Monday, May 16, weather permitting. Work will take place between West Wayne Street and West Elm Street in South Whitley. The closure will accommodate a bridge rehabilitation. Contractors will reconstruct …read more.

INDIANA — With a busy season of state road projects underway, traffic information boards are being placed at construction work zones to ensure your safety when driving this summer. Many projects require lane closures or restrictions. To guide traffic, INDOT uses orange barrels, cones, barricades and arrow boards. Everyone has come across an arrow board …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that CR. 38, just east of SR 19 in Elkhart County, is scheduled to close Friday, April 22, weather permitting. The closure is part of the SR 19 added turn lane project at CR 38. Motorists should watch for traffic to be shifted to the newly …read more.

ELKHART COUNTY — The Indiana Department of Transportation announced a tentative timeline for construction of left-turn lanes on SR 19 at CR 52, just north of the Nappanee. Work recently began with the installation of pipe along the roadway. Motorists can expect daytime traffic directed by flaggers while the remainder of pipe is installed. Later, drivers …read more.

INDIANA — Lt. Gov. Eric Holcomb joined Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness, construction industry leaders, and officials from the Indiana Department of Transportation today, Wednesday, April 6, to kick off the state’s 2016 construction season. The event took place near the project site for construction of the new I-69 interchange at 106th Street in Fishers. During …read more.

FORT WAYNE — The Indiana Department of Transportation announced that Howe Military Academy has signed on as the first school to Paint the Plow. The school will be paired with INDOT’s Shipshewana Unit as part of the new community outreach program designed to promote safety and awareness of INDOT’s winter operations all year long. INDOT …read more.

NORTHERN INDIANA — The National Weather Service office in Fort Wayne is predicting lake-effect snow squalls that will drop new snow across north central and northeast Indiana through Saturday. Another weather system brings increasing snow chances statewide beginning on Sunday. Indiana Department of Transportation maintenance supervisors will continue to monitor evolving weather forecasts this weekend. …read more.

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation has 315 yellow salt trucks deployed as of this morning to patrol interstates, US highways and state routes ahead of falling pavement temperatures and winter precipitation. A series of storms may drop up to 3 inches of snow across Indiana this week with additional lake-effect snow possible in …read more.

[weaver_youtube UkGF4JCT3Fg rel=0]     INDIANAPOLIS — After nearly a week of winter weather, Indiana is getting a short break from freezing temperatures with rain forecast for much of the state on Friday. Drivers should stay alert as these are prime conditions for potholes to form. How a pothole forms — Cracks develop in pavement …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Transportation announced today, Thursday, Jan. 14, the agency launched an online, interactive tool that allows Hoosier taxpayers to find quickly what road and bridge projects are planned where they live and all across Indiana with just a couple clicks of a mouse. INDOT’s interactive investment map provides a summary …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — There are now more crashes related to texting and driving than drinking and driving. In fact, 80 percent of all crashes involve some form of driver distraction. In an effort to address this pressing issue, at 10:30 a.m. today, Thursday, Jan. 14, at the offices of Perfect Transportation in Indianapolis, the Indiana Motor …read more.

NORTHERN INDIANA — Winter weather has finally taken hold in Indiana. As of 9 a.m., the Indiana Department of Transportation continues to have 285 yellow plow trucks deployed across Indiana as crews prepare for the next winter storm, which will enter the state from the northwest this afternoon. In northern Indiana, up to 4 inches …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation announced the agency’s 2015 construction season resulted in an investment of more than $1 billion in state and local road, bridge, trail and traffic safety projects. The mix of federal and state transportation funding along with funds from Gov. Mike Pence’s Major Moves 2020 program allowed INDOT to …read more.

NORTHWEST INDIANA — Drivers across INDOT’s entire northwest district are expected to continue to encounter slick conditions on the roads through the evening today, Monday, Dec. 28. Widespread freezing rain and sleet blanketed all 13 counties in the district since early this morning. INDOT has 170 plow/salt crews on the roads right now in northwest Indiana …read more.

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation will promote safe travels this holiday season by tracking the movements of Santa Claus through Indiana on social media. Saint Nick is predicted to enter the state near Santa Claus, Indiana, at 4 p.m. Eastern on Dec. 24 and visit one of INDOT’s six regional districts per hour …read more.

By NICHOLE HACHA-THOMAS Media Relations Director, INDOT WARSAW — Current weather forecasts indicate scattered rain and snow showers will impact roadways in northern Indiana this afternoon and last through the evening hours. Pavement temperatures are expected to remain above freezing throughout the daylight hours but temperatures are forecasted to drop through the evening.  Indiana Department …read more.

By NICHOLE HACHA-THOMAS Media Relations Director, INDOT ELKHART COUNTY — The Indiana Department of Transportation announced the completion of the intersection improvement at SR 19 and SR 119 just north of Nappanee. The roundabout opened to traffic Monday, Nov. 16. The single-lane roundabout improves access to SR 19, SR 119 and CR 44 and is designed …read more.

Governor Mike Pence has declared this week, Nov. 15 through 21, as Winter Weather Preparedness Week in Indiana. The Indiana Department of Transportation has been preparing for the upcoming winter season since the snow and ice melted last spring. INDOT’s top wintertime priority is removing snow and preventing ice on more than 11,000 miles of …read more.

SYRACUSE — After an unusually high number of accidents at the intersection of US 6 and CR 29, north of Syracuse, INDOT researched possible methods of alleviation including a roundabout and a four-way stop to replace the current two-way stop. The group settled on an overpass that has come in at an estimated $2.3 million cost.

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation asks Hoosier motorists to report signal timings and school-zone flashers that did not change over automatically with daylight saving time on Sunday, Nov. 1. In addition, motorists may report overhead lighting outages above interstates, U.S. highways and state routes to INDOT’s district offices around the state. Flashers that …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Transportation urges political candidates and their supporters to keep roads free from encroaching campaign signs for the safety of the motoring public. The signs can block visibility for traffic entering and exiting the roadway at intersections and driveways. Areas that should remain sign-free include intersections, interchanges and rights of …read more.

NORTHWEST INDIANA — The Indiana State Police and The Indiana Department of Transportation wrapped up their “Move Over, Slow Down, It’s the Law” campaign last week and officers issued hundreds of tickets during the week-long blitz aimed at improving safety on Indiana’s roadways. Indiana State Police officers were looking for drivers who failed to yield …read more.

[weaver_youtube lnfyyZXt_QQ rel=0] PLYMOUTH — Winter weather is just weeks away and the Indiana Department of Transportation wants to make sure all drivers are safe on the roads. With this in mind, INDOT unveiled its latest snow removal equipment Wednesday morning, Oct. 21, and announced the realignment of its district boundaries and snow routes. On a …read more.

WARSAW — Just a reminder that the Indiana Department of Transportation closed SR 25, between CR 100S and South Ferguson Road, this morning.

INDIANA — INDOT Commissioner Brandye Hendrickson, the deputy commissioners and district deputy commissioners have invited INDOT employees to join them in wearing pink for the day for $1 to support breast cancer awareness. Field staff, highway techs and mechanics who wish to participate will be provided with pink arm bands to show support, along with their high visibility clothing.

FORT WAYNE – Indiana Department of Transportation crews began preparing for the winter months with pre-winter inspections this week. By the end of October, INDOT inspectors will have travelled to each of the Fort Wayne District’s 14 units to perform the annual inspection of snow and ice equipment

WARSAW — The Indiana Department of Transportation announced that SR 25 between CR 100S and South Ferguson Road will be closed beginning Monday, Oct. 19, weather permitting. The purpose of the closure is to allow maintenance crews to repair a section of pipe beneath the roadway. The detour will run SR 19 to US 30 …read more.

[weaver_youtube U7enyx7RPF0 rel=0] WARSAW — In an effort to keep Indiana roadways safer, the Indiana State Police and the Indiana Department of Transportation are raising awareness for the state’s “Move Over Law,” which requires motorists to approach cautiously, slow down, and move over when an emergency vehicle is stopped on a roadway with emergency lights flashing. …read more.

By NICHOLE HACHA-THOMAS Indiana Department of Transportation Media Relations Director NORTHEAST INDIANA — Applicants can pre-apply for a position with the Indiana Department of Transportation prior to a career fair scheduled for 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, at the Elkhart subdistrict, 58905 C.R. 9, Elkhart. Interested candidates can apply online using the job ID: …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — The bridge over Grassy Creek on SR 13, south of North Webster, between CR 300N and South Barbee Drive, has been completed and re-opened for traffic. The bridge was closed by the Indiana Department of Transportation on July 8. Construction crews replaced the bridge, including a bridge deck overlay. The cost of …read more.

INDIANA — Every year, first responders, highway maintenance crews and tow truck drivers across the country are injured or killed on the job while providing services to motorists along America’s highways. The “Move Over” law aims to improve safety for police, firefighters, paramedics, tow truck drivers, and all roadside emergency and maintenance professionals. The Indiana Department …read more.

Syracuse-Wawasee Trail Committee met Monday evening, Sept. 21, and heard plans for the Eli Lilly Road trail project are moving forward.

WARSAW — Warsaw Common Council members once again heard Mike Ragan’s concern over the daily congestion at Parker Street and Husky Trail. Ragan brought the concern before the board again on Tuesday evening, Sept. 8. “Both lanes are backed up,” said Ragan adding it will “only get worse, not better. It’s time to fix the …read more.

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that herbicide treatments are scheduled for various counties throughout INDOT’s Fort Wayne District, beginning Tuesday, Sept. 8, weather permitting. Motorists may encounter slow-moving vehicles on state and federal roadways (listed below), as crews work to spray more than 4,000 acres of state right-of-way for invasive/noxious. With effective herbicide applications, …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Transportation advises students moving in to Indiana University and Purdue University to plan extra travel time on I-65 between Lebanon and Lafayette and SR 37 between Martinsville and Bloomington.

WARSAW — The Indiana Department of Transportation has announced the implementation of a temporary lane restriction for SR 15. The restriction will occur 2.72 miles north of US 30, on Thursday, Aug. 20. Motorists can expect one-lane traffic directed by flaggers to facilitate the repair and replacement of roadway sensors. From 9 a.m. to 1 …read more.

MARSHAL COUNTY — The Indiana Department of Transportation announces lane restrictions of SR 331, between US 30 and SR 10, near Bourbon, beginning Monday, Aug 17, through the end of November for repaving work.

WARSAW — Additional unlimited parking for employees of downtown businesses and residents will soon be available. Members of the Warsaw Traffic Safety Commission voted to remove12 spaces from the reserved parking area in the city parking lot and make them unlimited parking at today’s meeting, Aug. 5. Dana Hewitt, parking control officer, checked on the …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — A new Hoosier State train began service at 6 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, between Indianapolis and Chicago. The Indiana Department of Transportation signed a long-term passenger rail agreement with Amtrak, Iowa Pacific Holdings and on-line communities for the Hoosier State line, which will operate four days a week. The four days weekly Hoosier …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Transportation urges drivers to be extremely cautious around wet paint on the road as INDOT paint crews are re-stripping all 5,000 lane miles throughout the Northwest District. It is necessary for INDOT crews to re-stripe roadways each summer due to the effects of salting and plowing during the winter, …read more.

By NICHOLE HACHA-THOMAS Media Relations Director, INDOT Northeast District The smell of spring is in the air — and for many that means it’s time to start spring cleaning. The Indiana Department of Transportation gets in on the spring cleaning action with its annual Trash Bash along Hoosier roadways. Trash Bash 2015 will begin on …read more.

By NICHOLE HACHA-THOMAS Media Relations Director, INDOT Northeast The Indiana Department of Transportation announces two projects are scheduled to begin on SR 5 in Larwill on Monday, April 13, weather permitting. The projects will include improvements to the railroad crossing located half a mile south of US 30, as well as road resurfacing from US …read more.

By NICHOLE HACHA-THOMAS Media Relations Director, INDOT Northeast District The Indiana Department of Transportation announces signal improvements to numerous intersections along US 30 in both Whitley and Kosciusko counties. Beginning on Monday, April 6, Shambaugh and Son of Fort Wayne is scheduled to begin the $1 million modernization project near Etna Green in Kosciusko County, …read more.

By NICHOLE HACHA-THOMAS Media Relations Director, INDOT Northeast Governor Mike Pence is proclaiming Monday, March 23, through Friday, March 27, as Work Zone Awareness Week in Indiana, which marks the ceremonial start to highway construction season and intends to draw awareness to motorist and worker safety. The theme for the 2015 campaign is “Expect the …read more.

The Indiana Department of Transportation announced that the SR 19 bridge over Ridenour Ditch, just north Etna Green, is scheduled to be closed the morning of Monday, March 16. Work will include a bridge deck overlay between West CR 350N and West CR 450N. The official detour is SR 15 to U.S. 30 to SR …read more.

By NICHOLE THOMAS Indiana Department of Transportation The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that the SR 25 bridge over Walnut Creek, between Logan Street and Zimmer Road in Warsaw, is scheduled to be closed the morning of Monday, March 9, to accommodate a bridge deck overlay. The official detour is SR 15 to US 30 …read more.

The Indiana Department of Transportation is offering civil engineering students scholarships of up to $3,125 per semester, as well as paid employment during summer breaks and upon graduation. Applications are available at www.INDOTScholarship.in.gov and must be must be postmarked by Tuesday, March 31 for the 2015-2016 school year. INDOT’s scholarship program offers $3,125 per semester …read more.

A tanker accidentally dumped a load of excrement on the southbound Interstate 65 exit ramp onto Indiana 18 northwest of Lafayette at approximately 1:45 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19. Roughly 300-400 gallons of raw sewage were spilled, forcing the road to be closed while authorities cleaned it up. The waste was about 6-8 inches deep in …read more.

At its Feb. 10 meeting, the Kosciusko County Commissioners approved an ordinance that instates a registration fee for violent offenders and sex offenders. The ordinance was requested by Kosciusko County Sheriff Aaron Rovenstine at the commissioner’s Jan. 13 meeting. With the acceptance of the ordinance, sex offenders and violent offenders will have to pay a …read more.

Current forecasts are calling for accumulating snowfall to continue moving across most of Indiana and lasting through the evening. Motorists should be prepared for snow and slush on highways during the peak commute hours as one to three inches of accumulation is predicted across most of the state at this time. Slightly higher accumulation totals …read more.

INDOT has announced that Amtrak will continue to operate the Hoosier State Line train between Indianapolis and Chicago under a contract extension approved through April 1. The previous extension is set to expire Jan. 31. The agreement allows an extra 60 days to complete long-term contract negotiations for Amtrak to continue operating the line with …read more.

The Indiana Department of Transportation will hold a public hearing for the proposed SR 5 Bridge project over the Eel River. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, at the South Whitley Community Public Library, 201 E. Front St., South Whitley. The purpose of the hearing is to offer all interested persons …read more.