Urban trails opening soon in McAlester
A grand opening next weekend for a multi-use trail system just north of downtown McAlester will celebrate establishing an outdoor community gathering point and the prospect of increased tourism in the area.
Hochatown Residents Take Action to Improve Walkability on US-259
A group of over 25 local stakeholders—residents, business owners, landowners, public health advocates, engineers, and elected officials—joined forces for a walk audit of the US-259 corridor in Hochatown to identify ways to make the growing area safer and more walkable.
Community Members Walk Toward a Safer, More Connected Durant
On June 23, 2025, a citywide walk audit brought together community voices to evaluate walkability and identify much-needed improvements between downtown Durant and Southeastern Oklahoma State University.
Shape the Future of Oklahoma Transportation: Take the Survey Today!
Southeastern Oklahoma Regional Transportation Planning Organization (SERTPO) wants to hear from YOU about your experiences, needs, and expectations for transportation in our region.
ODOT seeks public input for new 25-year Long Range Transportation Plan
The Oklahoma Department of Transportation is looking for public input on the newest edition of the department’s 2025-2050 Long Range Transportation Plan.
Major grant secured for US-70 Roosevelt Memorial Bridge replacement
The White House announced Wednesday the Oklahoma Department of Transportation will receive a $124 million Large Bridge Project award through the Federal Highway Administration’s Bridge Investment Program for the replacement of the US-70 Roosevelt Bridge across Lake Texoma between Kingston and Durant in Southeastern Oklahoma.
INVESTING IN AMERICA: Biden-Harris Administration Announces $5 Billion to Restore, Reconstruct, and Repair Nationally Significant Large Bridges Across the Country
Thirteen major bridges to receive funding through President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, improving the safety and efficiency of critical supply chain corridors, creating good-paying jobs, and supporting the national economy
25% off tickets to celebrate 25 years of the Heartland Flyer
Amtrak and the Oklahoma Department of Transportation are inviting the public to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Heartland Flyer on June 14.
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $114 Million in Federal Loans to Benefit Rural Oklahoma Communities
The U.S. Department of Transportation today announced that its Build America Bureau has provided three loans for up to $113.8 million to the Oklahoma Capital Improvement Authority (OCIA)
Counties statewide benefit from updated road and bridges plan
At Monday’s meeting, the Oklahoma Transportation Commission approved the County Improvements for Roads and Bridges Plan for Fiscal Years 2025 through 2029 which schedules more than $863 million in improvements to county roads and bridges in the state.
Durant Earth Day Festival
Join us for a day of celebration and action at the Durant Earth Day Festival 2024!
