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May 21, 2026

Georgia DOT Suspending Interstate Lane Closures For Memorial Day Weekend

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The Georgia Department of Transportation says interstate lane closures will be suspended across the state for the Memorial Day holiday travel period.

The suspension begins Friday, May 22nd, at 12:00 p.m. and will continue through Tuesday, May 26th, at 5:00 a.m. Georgia DOT says the move is intended to reduce travel delays and improve safety during one of the busier travel weekends of the year.

Motorists should remember that while lane closures are suspended, construction crews may still be working near roadways. Some long-term closures may also remain in place for safety reasons, and emergency or crash-related lane closures can still happen at any time.

Drivers are urged to stay alert, slow down in work zones, and move over when possible when workers are present. Georgia DOT says heavier traffic is expected around metro Atlanta and popular tourist destinations across the state.

Travelers can find traffic forecasts and holiday travel tips at the Georgia DOT website.

May 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

AAA Predicts Record Memorial Day Travel For Georgia And Nationwide

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AAA says a record number of travelers are expected to hit the roads, skies, and rails this Memorial Day weekend, including more than 1.3 million Georgians.

May 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GDOT Updates Public On Second Avenue Widening Project In Rome

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Representatives from the Georgia Department of Transportation addressed the public Monday ahead of the Rome City Commission meeting, providing an update on the ongoing Second Avenue widening project.

May 10, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GDOT To Give Update On Second Avenue Widening Project In Rome

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Traveling into downtown Rome by way of Second Avenue has been a source of frustration for many drivers as the ongoing road construction project continues.

Representatives from the Georgia Department of Transportation District 6 will provide a public informational update on the Second Avenue widening project on Monday, May 11, 2026. The presentation is scheduled from 5 until 6 PM in the City Commission Chambers upstairs at Rome City Hall.

GDOT officials are expected to share updates on construction progress, project timelines, and ongoing work related to the widening project.

State Representative Katie Dempsey of Rome thanked GDOT District 6 officials for continuing to communicate with local leaders and residents throughout the process.

The presentation will also be livestreamed through the City of Rome YouTube Channel, the same way regular Rome City Commission meetings are streamed

April 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mailbox Removed During Demolition Prompts Police Report In Summerville

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Summerville Police responded to a complaint on April 8th regarding a missing mailbox at a property on Hinton Street.

According to the report, the complainant told officers that the mailbox had been removed around March 30th by a contractor working with the Georgia Department of Transportation. The resident also reported that some mail was missing.

The complainant stated he lives in a residence behind the former 180 Hinton Street location and had been sharing the mailbox with that property. He said the home at that address was recently purchased and demolished, and during that process, both the mailbox and the water line to his residence were affected.

The resident told officers he has attempted to contact GDOT about the situation but has not received a response. He requested a report be filed to document the incident.

January 14, 2026

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GDOT Uses “Queue Trucks” to Warn Drivers of I-24 Work Zones in Dade County

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Georgia DOT is using advanced warning signage and “queue trucks” along Interstate 24 in Dade County to alert drivers to slowdowns and road work before the work zone comes into view—an added safety step on a hilly, curving stretch where visibility can be limited.

January 11, 2026

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GDOT Opens Five Major Northwest Georgia Road Projects to Traffic, Including $26.8M Villa Rica Bypass

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The Georgia Department of Transportation has completed five major transportation projects across Northwest Georgia and opened them to traffic, marking more than $51 million in construction work aimed at improving safety, traffic flow and long-term infrastructure conditions.

January 4, 2026

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The Crushed Tomato in Summerville to Close Jan. 31, Owners Cite Upcoming Roundabout Construction

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The Crushed Tomato announced it will close its Summerville location on January 31 after 15 years serving the community.

December 30, 2025

by Jimmy Holbrook

GDOT to Suspend Most Lane Closures Starting New Year’s Eve to Ease Holiday Travel

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Georgia drivers heading out for New Year’s celebrations will see a break from most roadwork slowdowns, as the Georgia Department of Transportation will suspend most construction-related lane closures beginning New Year’s Eve.

December 20, 2025

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Georgia DOT Suspends Most Holiday Lane Closures to Help Drivers Reach Christmas and New Year Destinations

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With Christmas and New Year’s travel picking up, the Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is issuing travel alerts and safety reminders for motorists across the state. Georgia DOT says it will temporarily suspend lane closures on interstates, major state routes, and roadways near key shopping areas, malls, and retail districts to reduce congestion during peak travel times.