Unicoi County Reopens I-26 for Local Traffic Amid Reconstruction, Blount County Adopts Eco-Friendly Road Solutions with Recycled Tires
I-26 reopens for local traffic in Unicoi County, TN, after flood damage, with restrictions for commercial vehicles. Blount County uses recycled tires in asphalt for sustainable road construction.
Governor Bill Lee Examines I-40 Devastation in Cocke County as East Tennessee and Asheville, NC Connection Suffers
Gov. Bill Lee surveyed hurricane-damaged I-40 in Cocke County, with plans to partially reopen it. The US DoT provided funds for repairs, while long-term restoration and interstate connectivity remain challenges.
Tennessee Triumphs Over Hurricane Helene Aftermath as Critical State Routes Reopen in Greene and Johnson Counties
State routes SR 350 and SR 133 in East Tennessee have reopened after repairs following Hurricane Helene. TDOT crews worked to clear debris and fix the roads, with a website providing recovery updates.
Knoxville Allocates $850K for Historic Gay Street Bridge Repair Analysis Amid Ongoing Closure
Knoxville City Council approved $850,000 for engineering assessment and repair design for the closed Gay Street Bridge, impacting the 2024-25 budget. Further reopening plans are pending additional studies.
Cocke County Alert: Lisega Boulevard Closure for Bridge Construction from Sept 16, Anticipate Detours Through 2025
Lisega Boulevard in Cocke County to close for bridge construction related to the Newport Bypass project until Summer 2025, with detour signs and advisories for driver caution in place.












