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Wednesday, June 12, 2013  Using voice commands to send text messages and emails from behind the wheel, which is marketed as a safer alternative for drivers, actually is more distracting and dangerous than simply talking on a cellphone, a new AAA study found.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  Gas prices are expensive.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  The Northwest District Office of the Missouri Department of Transportation held an open house at Milan C-2 schools.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  MoDot crews will be out cleaning bridges. Drive with caution while they're working.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  May is Motorcycle Safety Month and the Missouri State Highway Patrol wants you to be aware.

Monday, May 06, 2013  The Missouri State Highway Patrol is taking part in the Youth Alcohol Mobilization Event from now through May 13,

Monday, April 29, 2013  We had mixed results on gas prices compared to one week ago.

Monday, April 08, 2013  Gas prices continue to decline.

Friday, March 15, 2013  Obama pushes for federal research into clean energy technology that can wean vehicles off oil

Saturday, January 05, 2013  2013 is looking to be a great year for car sales after auto sales rebounded in 2012.

Wednesday, January 02, 2013  Eddie Buck informs us what to do to keep a healthy car battery for the winter season.

Friday, December 28, 2012  The Wapello County Sheriff's Office wants to remind drivers that they will be stepping up patrol over the New Year's Holiday.

Monday, November 26, 2012  MoDOT along with the Missouri State Highway Patrol conducted a road safety audit on U.S. Highway 63.

Sunday, November 25, 2012  The Missouri Department of Transportation will be conducting a road safety audit at various intersections along the highway Monday.

Wednesday, October 31, 2012  The Missouri Department of Transportation prepares for the first winter storm.