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Motorists in some parts of Lake County may see a sand-type substance on the roads in the coming months, but officials say it’s part of the process to extend the life of the pavement. Lake County ...

MINNEAPOLIS — If you were driving on the highways around Christmas, you probably noticed it was rainy and dark. The darkness made many question their eyesight because the road markings were difficult ...

The project includes replacing and adding to existing drainage pipes under the road for its entire length, along with replacing the road base and pavement in areas affected by the drainage work.