I-49
I-49 Interchange Improvement Coming to Fayetteville
The interchange, numerically Exit 62, is a vital and often-congested connection because of its proximity to the University of Arkansas. read more >
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Bridge to the Future: State Starts I-49 Arkansas River Bridge Project in Fort Smith
The project is the first in a four-part construction series that officials hope will finally get momentum behind the goal of extending I-49 from Fort Smith to Texarkana. read more >
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Broadband, Waterways & Highways: Arkansas’ $4.8B Federal Infrastructure Boost
The Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act has delivered nearly $4.8 billion to Arkansas since 2022, fueling essential upgrades across highways, bridges, broadband, and clean water systems. read more >
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First Step of I-49 Expansion Good News
Any step forward is good news for Curt Green when it comes to Interstate 49. Green owns a commercial real estate firm in Texarkana and is president of the I-49 International Coalition, which is based in Shreveport. It is Green’s dream to see the completion of I-49 between Texarkana and Fort Smith along the western border of Arkansas, hopefully in his lifetime. read more >
by Marty Cook -