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Beginning Saturday, traffic on the U.S. Highway 12 Clearwater Memorial Bridge will be reduced to one lane in each direction in preparation for a new surface that will provide a smoother ride for drivers.

Starting Sunday night, the Idaho Transportation Department will begin maintenance on two Canyon County bridges: the eastbound on-ramp over Indian Creek at the Karcher Interchange in Nampa, and the Centennial Way Railroad bridge in Caldwell.

Beginning Monday, SH-45 will be reduced to one lane between Deer Flat Road and Walter’s Ferry for a sealcoat project to preserve the highway. Crews will work from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. daily, with traffic directed by flaggers and pilot cars. Expect slower speeds, lane restrictions, and possible delays through late July. For updates, visit 511.idaho.gov or contact info@itdsealcoats.org.

Traditionally, the third week in June is recognized as Idaho Pollinator Week. The essential partnership between birds, bugs and birds...

Due to bridge demolition, the Inkom northbound entrance ramp onto I-15 will be closed for two nights. The West Inkom...

The Idaho Transportation Department is removing hazard trees along state highways to improve visibility, reduce crash risks, support wildfire prevention, and enhance winter safety. We carefully coordinate this work within our right of way, and work collaboratively with agency partners and private landowners, to protect both travelers and the natural beauty of Idaho.

The Idaho DMV is urging eligible Treasure Valley residents to renew their driver’s licenses online at www.dmv.idaho.gov to help ease long wait times at local offices. Most Idahoans between ages 18 and 66 with a valid license and no recent changes to vision or driving ability may qualify. Already have a Star Card? You might be eligible to renew online. Skip the Trip and renew today!

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.