Three Saline County projects were awarded federal money by ARDOT through either the TAP or RTP program. Read more below about each local project and see the full list of the many projects in the state and the amount they were awarded. The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) revealed the award recipients for the 2024 […]
Jared D. Wiley Named ARDOT Director
The Arkansas Highway Commission has named Jared D. Wiley as Director of the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT). READ MORE BELOW The Commission made the announcement following an executive meeting held Wednesday December 4, 2024, following the Commission’s scheduled Business Meeting. Wiley will succeed Lorie H. Tudor, who announced her retirement effective January 10, […]
After 41 years with ARDOT, Director Lorie Tudor announces retirement
ARDOT will need a new Director soon, and the Highway Commission is working on it. READ MORE BELOW Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) Director Lorie Tudor is retiring effective January 10, 2025. Tudor informed the Highway Commission of her decision in a letter dated December 2nd, 2024. “I’ve had a great career at […]
Lorie Tudor is the first woman to receive award – AGC honors ARDOT Director for Skill, Integrity & Responsibility
Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Arkansas awarded Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) Director Lorie Tudor with their SIR (Skill, Integrity, Responsibility) Award – the highest honor AGC can give to a person outside of their Association. READ MORE AND SEE VIDEO🎬 BELOW Skill, integrity, and responsibility are the core values of all AGC chapters. The […]
[VIDEO] Federal grant to allow ARDOT workers to stay in vehicle while removing traffic obstacles
When there’s an obstacle on the highway, the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) will come remove it – but how? Driving obstacles can be dangerous for drivers, but it’s especially dangerous for highway workers who may need to walk in the middle of traffic to remove the obstacles. A Federal grant has made it possible […]
Benton A&P Commission to hear report on Exit 114 property at meeting Nov 20th
Officials to hear report on progress of Exit 114 property, along with other items, in meeting of Benton Advertising & Promotion Commission. See details and agenda items for the meeting below. The meeting is on Wednesday, November 20th, beginning at 3:30 p.m. The public is invited to come watch at the Benton Municipal Complex in Council Chambers. […]
Benton to discuss condemning several properties; Food deal with CADC – Nov 12th
Several local properties are listed for condemnation. The City of Benton Community Services Committee will discuss those, along with a deal with CADC for food distribution and other items. READ MORE BELOW The public is invited to the meeting on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 5pm. The location is Council Chambers at the […]
Benton Commissions Committee to Meet TONIGHT
The Benton Commissions Committee will meet on Monday, October 14, 2024, immediately following the Finance meeting. They will discuss purchasing a water pump, the reappointment of Luke Moody to the Advertising and Promotions Commission, and rezoning tract #805-21427-000 and #805-21428-000 (River St and Dale Ave) from Light Industrial to R3 Single Family District. See […]
Agencies address lag at Hwy 5 + Salem Rd in Benton
Local drivers have been discussing Long wait times for the signal at Highway 5 and Salem Road. I have been posting to social media, and traffic authorities are paying attention. READ MORE BELOW Both the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) and the City of Benton Street Department are monitoring the traffic situation that intersection, according […]
Benton Commissions Committee to Meet TONIGHT
The City of Benton will hold the Commissions Committee meeting on Monday, July 8, 2024, following the Community Services Meeting. The public is invited to come to the meetings in Council Chambers at the Benton Municipal Complex. The address is 114 S East Street. The meetings will be held following Community Services in Council […]