Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Wednesday that U.S. President Donald Trump's auto tariffs are a “direct attack” on his country. The new prime minister, sworn in March 14, still hasn’t had a phone call with Trump.
Michelle Mann GENEVA- Construction of a $3 million roundabout began this week west of the Geneva County city of Samson at the intersection of State Road-52 at State Road-153, and County Road-5. Motorists should anticipate lane closures and reduced speed limit s during construction, cautioned Alabama Department of Transport ation Southeast Region Public Information Officer Brantley Kirk.
“ALDOT urges drivers to plan accordingly for delays and stay mindful of people and equipment in the work zone.” ALDOT awarded Wiregrass Construction Company, Inc. of Dothan the contract for the project as the lowest bidder meeting all requirements, Kirk said. ALDOT expects the project to be completed in Spring 2026. “Roundabouts have proven to be effective in enhancing road safety and reducing traffic congestion,” Kirk said. “According to the Federal Highway Administration, roundabouts typically result in a 35 percent decrease in all crashes, a 76 % reduction in injuries, and a more than 90 % decrease in fatalities.” People are also reading… Dale County The Geneva roundabout project is the second to two ALDOT projects in Wiregrass started this week. A resurfacing project in Dale County also began. Kirk said the resurfacing project in Dale County includes resurfacing and guardrail installation on US-231 from the Houston County line to County Road-63 northwest of Midland City. The approximately $2.6 million project was awarded to Wiregrass Construction Company, Inc., out of Dothan, who had the lowest bid that met the project requirements, Kirk said. ALDOT expects the project to be complete in Summer 2025 “Motorists should expect lane closures and reduced speed limits throughout the project,” Kirk said. “ALDOT urges drivers to plan accordingly and remain cautious around workers and equipment.” For more information For real time traffic updates and more, download the AlgoTraffic app on your phone or visit AlgoTraffic.com.Michelle Mann Staff Writer Follow Michelle Mann Close Get email notifications on {{subject}} daily! Your notification has been saved. There was a problem saving your notification. {{description}} Close Followed notifications Please log in to use this feature Log In Don't have an account? Sign Up Today
Speed Limit Transport Infrastructure Road Infrastructure Land Transport Road Transport Transport Road Safety Economy Of Transport Transport Safety Infrastructure
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Trump's new tariffs on Canadian, Mexican goods set to hit WA shoppers hardPresident Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico are due to take effect Tuesday.
Read more »
Trump has a new snarky nickname for Canadian prime ministerTrump has repeatedly said Canada should be the 51st U.S. state.
Read more »
New Canadian PM blasts Trump's 51st state idea: 'Crazy'Newly minted Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has panned the idea of Canada becoming America’s 51st state amid tensions about a an all-out trade war between the neighboring nations.
Read more »
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks alliances in Europe as he deals with TrumpNew Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is heading to Paris and London to seek alliances as he deals U.S. President Donald Trump’s attacks on Canada’s sovereignty and economy. Carney is purposely making his first foreign trip to the capital cities of the two countries that shaped Canada’s early existence.
Read more »
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks alliances in Europe as he deals with TrumpNew Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is heading to Paris and London on Monday to seek alliances as he deals with U.S. President Donald Trump’s attacks on Canada’s sovereignty and economy.
Read more »
New Canadian PM Mark Carney Heads to Europe Amid Clash With Donald TrumpCarney is set to meet with French President Emmanuel Macron and U.K. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.
Read more »