2024 started with a Cape Fear Memorial Bridge preservation project - completed ahead of schedule. In July, a $242M federal grant was announced, paving the way for a long-term investment with a replacement bridge. The buzz about the bridge lands it at No. 3 on our top stories.

Reminder: #NCDMV offices statewide will be closed Thursday, Dec. 26. Regular hours resume Friday, Dec. 27. Online services are always available at MyNCDMV.gov.

Good news for red wolves! @ncdot.bsky.social will receive $25 million to build wildlife crossings on US 64 to help prevent deaths on the road. In the past 5 years, 6 red wolves died from vehicle strikes, and 5 pups perished after their father was killed by a car. awionline.org/press-releas...

#NCDMV graduates 69 new Driver License Examiners at its annual Basic School Graduation ceremony today at DMV HQ in Rocky Mount. The new Examiners will be assigned to 45 Driver License offices across N.C. to serve customers. Read more about it 👉 bit.ly/4fr3yoD

Phase 1 of Complete 540 has been a huge undertaking by the Department and our partners and it has come with a vision of connectivity & meeting growth demands. Thanks to @roadeditor for recognizing the project as the No. 1 road project of 2024. Story ➡️ bit.ly/4iK4veu

We love this program every year! The talent of these kids keeps getting better. If you know a budding artist who also happens to like aviation, this is a must. www.ncdot.gov/divisions/av...

Holiday decision making can be tough. We have a 'Good Decision' v. 'Bad Decision' quick guide. #ImpairedDrivingPreventionMonth

When @NCDOT_I40 was compromised during #HeleneNC, an IMAP team jumped into action, rerouting drivers and saving lives. Also on this week's #NCDOTNow: 🎅 @NC_By_Train sells out Santa Train 🎗️ Carteret County bridge, Raleigh interchange get dedications youtu.be/oRvJv3hFQVU?...

Watch the December Board of Transportation meeting live starting at 9 a.m.    Watch ➡️ vimeo.com/ncdotgov Agenda ➡️ bit.ly/4g55ODd

Ok, it’s December. We won’t say the word, but we’ll just leave this right here for when you need it… #ncwx

This year’s NCSITE Emily Blount Trailblazer Award goes to NCDOT Deputy Secretary for Multimodal Transportation Julie White! White won for her infectious passion for transportation and ability to inspire other women. bit.ly/3AKwdqI or bit.ly/41gP6w6 #ncsite

Your friends, family & loved ones. Do they cross your mind before you grab the keys? 🚔 Sober means sober. Not “least drunk.” Not "just buzzed.” 100% Sober. #ImpairedDrivingPreventionMonth

Oh, deer 🦌! 'Tis the season for wildlife crossings. Best ways to stay safe as nature commingles with traffic: ⚠️ Phones down, speeds down. Eyes up, lights on. More 👇

Reminder: Most major construction projects, where possible, remain paused through the weekend to help ease your holiday travel. ⚠️ Work zones are still work zones - even when workers aren't present. Please slow down.