Wiregrass Firm Lands Big Project Save Email Print

Posted: 3:33 PM Sep 17, 2008 Last Updated: 3:33 PM Sep 17, 2008 0 comments

A | A | A PELHAM, Ala. (AP) - A Dale County company has landed a big highway construction contract in north Alabama. Wiregrass Construction Co. of Ariton will soon begin work to widen 5.4 miles of Interstate 65 in Shelby County. The project, costing $78.4 million, was first announced in 2004. DOT officials say a section of I-65 will be widened to 8 lanes from Shelby County 52 in Pelham to Valleydale Road in Hoover. The road work will start in the fall and is scheduled to be completed in July 2011.

More Stories REPORT: Cops Kill South Carolina Serial Killer Suspect Dothan District 1 Candidates Speak Out The City of Progress Lives up to its Slogan DEVELOPING STORY: Two dead in possible murder-suicide Firework causes Dothan bomb scare Pedestrian struck, killed by Louisville police officer Combined efforts proves to be success Weekend drug bust nabs more than 10 Lbs. of marijuana

Post Your Comments First Name: Location: Enter Comments: characters left Email (optional): By posting this comment I have read and agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy: You must agree to the Terms of Service to continue.

	Win a 2010 Camaro! Join the search for Captain Archie's lost keys.

	Protect your family Hear first when weather warnings are issued.

	Be Prepared Look at our checklist to see if you're ready.

	Summer Fun in the Sun Check out the hottest movies, books & vacation deals.

	Jeffers Pet Page Pet News, Care Tips, Shelters & Contests

	Double Dollar Deals Save 50% from local merchants.

	Durden Traffic Cams Click and see congestion on the Circle

• Most Popular Stories
• Most Commented Stories

Monday July 6

• Toys for Kids Charity Golf Tournament
• Wiregrass Museum of Art Sculpture Garden

Tuesday July 7

• Toys for Kids Charity Golf Tournament
• Wiregrass Museum of Art Sculpture Garden