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An upcoming traffic shift on SH-55 from Middleton Road to Midway Road will impact drivers as crews work to improve safety and mobility within the corridor.

The Idaho Transportation Department invites community members to attend an upcoming public meeting on Tuesday, June 24, to learn more about and provide input on two transportation studies underway in Latah County: the U.S. Highway 95 Palouse Region Study, between Snow Road and the Latah/Benewah county line, and the State Highway 8 Palouse Region Study, between the Washington state line and Troy.

Across Idaho’s six districts, a dedicated group of trainers is shaping the future of ITD, one operator at a time. From safety-focused instruction to hands-on mentorship, Jeremy Jensen (D5), John Eastwood (D1), and Dallas Dupree (D6/D3) are the faces behind the Workforce Development Equipment Training program, and they are making a measurable difference in how ITD trains, operates, and grows.

The Clearwater County Motor Vehicle Office is now offering Star Card (REAL ID) issuance on a walk-in basis at 2200 Michigan Ave in Orofino. Service is available Monday through Thursday. Visit itd.idaho.gov/starcard for document requirements.

Work begins next week near Payette and Weiser to improve and protect the surface of US-95 which will result in lane reductions, restrictions, and delays for drivers.

ITD is warning Idahoans about scam texts falsely claiming you can pay online for a REAL ID. These messages are fake. REAL IDs can only be obtained in person at an authorized DMV office.