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Macomb County to spend $83 million on road projects in 2025. Here’s what to know
Read full article: Macomb County to spend $83 million on road projects in 2025. Here’s what to knowOfficials announced that more than $83 million will be invested into road, bridge and traffic improvements throughout Macomb County in 2025.
Macomb County dispatchers, road crews work together to keep roads safe during winter storm
Read full article: Macomb County dispatchers, road crews work together to keep roads safe during winter stormDispatchers and road crews in Macomb County are working together to keep the roads as clear as possible during the major February 2022 snowstorm.
Road commissions in Metro Detroit scramble for snow plow drivers due to shortage
Read full article: Road commissions in Metro Detroit scramble for snow plow drivers due to shortageLike it or not, the snow is going to fall sooner rather than later and it has county road commissions in Metro Detroit scrambling. They need plow drivers and lots of them.
Residents in Macomb County encouraged to ‘shake mailboxes’ before winter months arrive
Read full article: Residents in Macomb County encouraged to ‘shake mailboxes’ before winter months arriveMACOMB COUNTY, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Roads (MCDR) is asking residents to prepare for winter by “shaking their mailboxes this fall.”The goal is to prevent damage to the mailboxes from snow thrown by passing plow trucks. Residents are asked to tighten screws and ensure the post and mailbox are secure enough to withstand large amounts of thrown snow. MCDR encourages residents to check the location, stability and durability of their mailboxes. “Our top priority is to maintain safe and efficient roads by keeping them clear during the winter months. Mailbox damage caused by snow being pushed to the side of the road is the homeowner’s responsibility to repair,” said Bryan Santo, MCDR Director.
Michigan State Police seeking driver in fatal hit-and-run on I-94 in St. Clair Shores
Read full article: Michigan State Police seeking driver in fatal hit-and-run on I-94 in St. Clair ShoresST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. – Michigan State Police are searching for the driver in a fatal hit-and-run on Interstate 94 that killed a 26-year-old construction worker. The incident happened just before 3 p.m. in St. Clair Shores. Macomb County Department of Roads crew was putting down a patch to fix a broken manhole cover. The eastbound lanes were shut down for three-plus hours as MSP investigated the scene at Nine Mile Road. Person working on the side of the road has a vest, maybe a barrel,” said Diane Cross with the Michigan Department of Transportation.
26 Mile Road construction completed, road open to traffic
Read full article: 26 Mile Road construction completed, road open to trafficMACOMB COUNTY, Mich. – Construction on westbound 26 Mile Road has been completed and the road is open to traffic, according to the Macomb County Department of Roads. Westbound 26 Mile Road east of Stony Creek Park Bridge, Washington Township, Shelby Township had been closed for construction.