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August 16, 2026

GDOT Seeking Public Input on Rural Walking and Biking Plan

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The Georgia Department of Transportation is asking residents to weigh in on a statewide plan aimed at making walking, bicycling and other forms of active transportation safer and better connected in Georgia’s rural communities.

August 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia DOT Moves Surplus Property Auctions Online

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The Georgia Department of Transportation has launched its first online real estate surplus auction platform, giving people across Georgia and beyond a new way to bid on state-owned property that is no longer needed for transportation purposes.

August 10, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia DOT Seeking Input From Chattooga County Residents On Future Transportation Projects

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Chattooga County residents have an opportunity to weigh in on transportation projects planned for Northwest Georgia as the Georgia Department of Transportation seeks public input on its Statewide Transportation Improvement Program.

August 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

State Senator Meets With Summerville Officials About Ongoing Flooding Problems

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State Senator Lanny Thomas met with local and state officials in Summerville to discuss ongoing flooding concerns near Bryant and Sons and other areas of the city.

July 31, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GDOT Encourages Northwest Georgia Residents To Review Transportation Projects

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The Georgia Department of Transportation is encouraging residents across Northwest Georgia to review proposed transportation projects and submit feedback online as part of the draft 2027–2030 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).

GDOT is encouraging citizens to participate through its interactive STIP website, where users can search for projects by county, view detailed project descriptions, funding information and anticipated timelines, and submit comments electronically. The public comment period remains open through August 15, 2026.

The STIP serves as Georgia’s four-year transportation plan for federally funded projects outside metropolitan planning areas and includes proposed highway, bridge, safety, resurfacing, bicycle, pedestrian and railroad improvements. Public comments will help GDOT identify local transportation priorities as it finalizes the 2027–2030 program.

Residents can review projects affecting Chattooga County and other areas of Northwest Georgia and submit feedback online through the Georgia DOT STIP website before the August 15 deadline.

You can find out more HERE

July 24, 2026

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Chattooga County Schools Announces Bus Route Changes And Bridge Detours

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The Chattooga County School System is asking parents and students to prepare for several transportation changes as the new school year begins, including bus detours caused by bridge restrictions and repairs.

July 2, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Seeks Bids for 18.5-Mile Road Resurfacing Project

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Chattooga County Sole Commissioner Andy Allen has announced that the county is accepting sealed bids for a major road resurfacing project that will improve more than 18.5 miles of county roads through funding provided by the Georgia Department of Transportation’s Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant (LMIG) and Local Road Assistance (LRA) programs.

June 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia DOT To Suspend Interstate Lane Closures For July 4th Weekend

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The Georgia Department of Transportation says interstate lane closures will be suspended for the July 4th holiday weekend to help improve safety, ease travel, and reduce delays.

The suspension begins Friday, July 3, at 6 a.m. and continues through Monday, July 6, at 6 a.m.

Georgia DOT says some construction crews may still be working near roadways, and some long-term closures could remain in place for safety reasons. Emergency or incident-related lane closures may also happen at any time.

Motorists are reminded to stay alert, slow down in work zones, move over when possible, and watch for changing weather conditions. Georgia DOT says rain increases crash risk, while extreme heat can lead to more road debris and tire blowouts.

May 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

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.