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LOTT Clean Water Alliance is set to commence a significant refurbishment project on the digester system at the Budd Inlet Treatment Plant, impacting access to Franklin Street in downtown Olympia. The street will be closed to all traffic from March 3, 2025, through December 2028, with specific detour routes and limited openings during holidays. This construction aims to enhance local wastewater management while ensuring public safety.
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has launched a Work Zone Speed Camera Program aimed at reducing the high number of construction zone crashes, which have averaged over 1,300 annually. The initiative, which will involve monitoring speeders with automated cameras, aims to enhance safety for both construction workers and the traveling public.
The Olympia Regional Airport is updating its 2013 master plan, initiated in 2021, to incorporate advancements in aviation and sustainability. A 30-day public comment period will begin on January 13, 2025, allowing community engagement before the final approval by the Port Commission on February 24, 2025.
A vehicle in Grays Harbor was stopped by the Washington State Patrol for having Christmas lights attached, which is illegal while in motion. While Washington law does not explicitly ban such decorations, it regulates lighting that may distract drivers or impair visibility. Properly mounted lights are allowed if not illuminated while driving.
Washington State Patrol confirms that while there are no specific laws against decorating vehicles with Christmas lights, they must be turned off while the vehicle is in motion. Trooper John Dattillo warns that illuminated decorations can distract drivers, leading to potential fines of up to $145 for violations. The article emphasizes the importance of balancing holiday cheer with road safety.
The article highlights the tripling of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure in the U.S. over the past five years, driven by federal funding initiatives. It compares Mississippi's low adoption rate of EVs and charging stations to more EV-friendly states like Washington.
The article reports on the tripling of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure in the U.S. over the past five years, highlighting the current state in Mississippi, where only 0.2% of vehicles are electric or plug-in hybrids. It discusses the implications of federal funding and potential policy changes under the incoming administration.
A 75-year-old driver caused significant damage to power lines and properties while trying to turn his RV-semi around near Glenoma, Washington. The incident on U.S. 12 resulted in downed power poles and damage reported by local utility companies and residents. Fortunately, the driver was unharmed.
A 75-year-old driver caused significant damage in Glenoma, Washington, after attempting to turn his RV-semi around, resulting in the destruction of power poles and damage to private property. Fortunately, the driver did not sustain any injuries during the incident.
Lane closures on I-5 near DuPont will affect overnight and early-morning commuters as Burlington Northern Santa Fe crews inspect the railroad bridge above the freeway. The Washington State Department of Transportation has scheduled these closures for December 10 and 11, 2024, and travelers should expect congestion in the area.