Wayne County to Discuss East Ash Street Expansion at NCDOT Public Meeting on Aug. 19
NCDOT is planning to upgrade East Ash Street to a four-lane highway, add roundabouts and a new traffic alignment. Public meeting set for August 19 at Greenwood Middle School.
Durham and Roxboro Residents Invited to Shape Future 26-Mile Trail Connecting Cities
Durham and Roxboro residents are invited to give input on a proposed 26-mile trail connecting both cities, with public workshops and an online survey available.
NC By Train Ridership Rises as Raleigh to Charlotte Service Sees 4% Increase in Passengers
NC's train service NC By Train reports a 4% ridership increase in early 2025, with over 355,000 passengers, bolstered by service enhancements and wide appeal.
North Carolina and Georgia Unveil Plan for First Interstate Skyway Linking Charlotte to Atlanta
North Carolina and Georgia are collaborating to create an AAM corridor for air taxis and drones between Charlotte and Atlanta, with potential expansion to include South Carolina.
Smithfield DMV Office Announces Temporary Closure for Maintenance, Nearby Locations to Serve Customers
The Smithfield N.C. DMV office will close for maintenance on August 12-13, with services resuming August 14. Alternate locations will be available, and online services are encouraged.
Wake Forest Rolls Out Extensive Road Resurfacing Project to Revitalize 60 Streets Starting August 11
Wake Forest has started a major road resurfacing project impacting over 60 streets, with construction including concrete work, milling, and paving scheduled during the week of August 11. Residents must move parked cars or face towing fees.
Raleigh's Beryl Road Closure Tonight for I-440 Improvements, Plan for Detours and Delays
Beryl Road in Raleigh will close tonight at 8 p.m. for I-440 construction, with detours via Pylon Drive and other streets. Normal traffic is expected by 5 a.m. Friday.
North Carolina's Triangle Expressway Extension Vies for National Honors in America's Transportation Awards
The Triangle Expressway extension in North Carolina was recognized for its use of innovative technology and is competing for national honors in the America's Transportation Awards.
NCDOT's Transportation Planning Division Garners National Recognition for Comprehensive Plans in Western NC
NCDOT's Transportation Planning Division and local organizations were awarded by NADO for their Comprehensive Transportation Plans for western N.C. regions.
NCDOT Garners National Recognition for Exceptional Management of Hurricane Helene Aftermath
NCDOT received top honors at the TSMO Awards for its response to Hurricane Helene, being recognized for its effective information dissemination and emergency management.
N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles Seeks New Contractor for Rocky Mount License Plate Agency Amid Upcoming Retirement
The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles seeks a new contractor for a Rocky Mount license plate agency due to the retirement of the current operator, Vicki Bridgers. Applications for the role are available on the Connect NCDOT website.
Knightdale Boulevard Upgrades, New Pedestrian Signals May Cause Temporary Traffic Delays
New pedestrian signals are being activated today in Knightdale, causing expected lane closures and traffic delays along Knightdale Boulevard. The upgrades aim to improve pedestrian safety at several intersections.
Wake County Motorists Alert, Overnight Detours Scheduled Due to Bridge Work on Major Interchange
Overnight detours in Wake County for bridge work at a major interchange from August 4-6, with ramp closures from midnight to 5 a.m., weather permitting.












