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    <title>WSDOT - November 2006 News</title>
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      <title>WSDOT Now Accepting Applications for New Round of Local Airport Aid Grants</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 07 Jun 2007 00:46:51 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/27_FirstRoundApplicationsfor0507.htm</link>
      <description>Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Aviation is now accepting applications from airport sponsors for a new round of Local Airport Aid grants. This will be WSDOT's first round of airport grants offered during the 2007-2009 biennium. Airport sponsors must submit applications no later than June 15, 2007.</description>
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      <title>Lane Restrictions but No Ramp Closures Tonight in Tacoma</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2006 08:11:44 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/4_I5_norampclosures.htm</link>
      <description>Preliminary demolition work on three bridges over I-5 will not require the on-ramp closures that were previously scheduled for tonight through Tuesday morning. But crews will go ahead with the lane closures.</description>
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      <title>Secretary MacDonald Comments on WSDOT Storm Response</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 09:40:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/30_seccomments.htm</link>
      <description>OLYMPIA – The heavy snow storm that hit the Puget Sound region this week left many questioning how the Washington State Department of Transportation prepared for and responded to changing weather conditions Monday, Nov. 27.</description>
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      <title>Inspection Closes Bremerton’s Manette Bridge Next Week</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 05:51:16 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/11_30_ManetteBridgeClosures.htm</link>
      <description>BREMERTON – The Manette Bridge will close for inspections between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday, Dec. 4 - 7.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 11:30 a.m. - WSDOT Wraps Up Hourly Updates as Road Conditions Stabilize</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 04:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/30_1130LastUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT 11:30 a.m. - WSDOT Wraps Up Hourly Updates as Road Conditions Stabilize</description>
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      <title>Two Nights of I-5 Lane Restrictions Planned for Tacoma</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 03:35:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/30_I5Tacoma_Laneclosures.htm</link>
      <description>Preliminary bridge demolition work requires the closure of northbound and southbound I-5 lanes through Tacoma, Sunday through Tuesday, Dec. 3 - 5.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 9:00 a.m. - WSDOT Shifting More Crews North to Help with Icy Roads in Whatcom County</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 01:40:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/30_NorthwestUpdate9AM.htm</link>
      <description>Although most roads in Puget Sound are bare and wet with slush in places, Whatcom County roads are still a challenge for drivers due to patches of compact snow and ice.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 6:00 a.m. - Most Roads Bare and Wet Around Puget Sound With Slush in Places; Compact Snow and Ice in Whatcom Co.</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2006 23:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/30_NorthwestRoadUpdate.htm</link>
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      <title>WSDOT News 12:00 a.m. - Snow, Sleet, and Rain Continue to Fall in Western Washington, Drivers Urged to Use Caution</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2006 20:41:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/30_12amWeatherUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>The major freeways of western Washington remain mostly clear this morning as the latest storm continues to drop snow, rain and sleet. Temperatures in the lower elevations rose above freezing keeping snow from accumulating on area freeways. Since the temperatures could still drop and the roads remain wet, drivers should continue to use caution, slow down and follow other cars at a safe distance, particularly on curves, ramps and bridges.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 10:00 p.m. - Snow, Sleet, and Rain Falling in Western Washington, Drivers Urged to Use Caution</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2006 14:20:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/29_10pmUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT 10:00 p.m. - Snow, Sleet, and Rain Falling in Western Washington, Drivers Urged to Use Caution</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 8:00 p.m. - Snow Starting to Fall in Parts of Western Washington</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2006 12:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/29_8pmUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT 8:00 p.m. - Snow Starting to Fall in Parts of Western Washington</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 6:00 p.m. - Western Washington Crews Out in Force for the Evening Commute</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2006 10:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/29_6pmUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>Even as we anticipate another round of precipitation, fresh crews will soon be coming on shift in Western Washington. After working 12 hours the day shift will be going home to get much needed rest before tomorrow. The night shift will be applying deicer in preparation for the forecasted weather, focusing on the major problem areas such as ramps and overpasses.</description>
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      <title>Open House Scheduled for I-5, Mellen to Grand Mound Project Dec. 5</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2006 09:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/29_I-5MellenOpenHouse.htm</link>
      <description>The public will have the opportunity to learn more about updates to the I-5, Mellen to Grand Mound Project on Tuesday, Dec. 5, announced the Washington State Department of Transportation(WSDOT).</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 4 p.m. - WSDOT Crews Restock Supplies and Prepare for More Snow Tonight</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2006 08:28:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/29_4p.m.Update.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT 4 p.m. - WSDOT Crews Restock Supplies and Prepare for More Snow Tonight</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Maintenance Crews Prepared for Possible Freezing Rain on Thursday Morning</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2006 07:50:19 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/29_ClarkCntyPrep.htm</link>
      <description>VANCOUVER – With freezing rain in the forecast for parts of Clark County and the Columbia River Gorge, Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) maintenance crews are prepared.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 2 p.m. - WSDOT Crews Work to Keep Traffic Moving During the Afternoon Commute</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2006 06:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/29_2pmUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>As snow begins to fall, WSDOT crews are preparing for the worst to keep traffic moving during this afternoon’s commute. Crews will continue to focus on major problem areas such as ramps and overpasses throughout the afternoon. While most of the major Puget Sound highways remain free of snow and ice, WSDOT reminds drivers to use caution while driving home.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Noon - WSDOT Crews Ready for Afternoon Snowfall</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2006 04:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/29_NoonUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT crews are preparing for snowy conditions expected throughout the Puget Sound this afternoon.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 9 a.m. - WSDOT Crews Ready for Afternoon Snowfall</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2006 02:22:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/29_9AMNorthwestUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT crews are preparing for snowy conditions expected throughout the Puget Sound this afternoon.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 7 a.m. – WSDOT Crews Work Hard Overnight Preparing for Morning Ice and Afternoon Snowfall</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2006 00:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/29_WeatherUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT crews spent the night putting down sand and deicer to help morning commuters get to where they are going. As a result, most state roads are bare and wet at this hour. There are, however, a couple of icy spots where drivers must still drive with extreme winter caution.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 8:30 p.m. – Crews Work Overnight to Clear Roads Ahead of Morning Commute</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2006 12:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/28_830pmUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>Most Puget Sound highways saw lighter traffic volumes than normal during the evening commute, with many drivers staying off the roads today.  WSDOT crews are still out plowing, sanding and deicing to keep the roads clear for the morning commute.  Crews are also monitoring the roads to look for areas that have iced over as temperatures drop.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 6 p.m. – Drivers Helping with the Evening Commute</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2006 10:25:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/28_6pmUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT crews are out sanding, deicing and plowing this evening with a big assist from drivers.  Although temperatures are dropping across Puget Sound, drivers are helping to minimize the number of collisions that cause backups and prevent crews from getting to the trouble spots.  This afternoon WSDOT crews worked to minimize moisture on roadways in urban areas that were in danger of refreezing when temperatures drop. Tonight, crews are out looking for areas that have iced over.

As more drivers</description>
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      <title>US 2 Closed Between Leavenworth and Lake Wenatchee Next Week for Riverbank Repair in Tumwater Canyon</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2006 09:12:19 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/112806US2TumwaterClosure.htm</link>
      <description>US 2 Closed Between Leavenworth and Lake Wenatchee Next Week for Riverbank Repair in Tumwater Canyon.  Passenger vehicle detour will be in effect, but large trucks will have to use Snoqualmie or White passes.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 4:30 p.m. - WSDOT Encourages Drivers to Use Caution During Evening Commute</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2006 08:57:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/28_430pmUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>This afternoon crews were out sanding, deicing and plowing with a plan to minimize moisture on roadways in urban areas that could refreeze when temperatures drop. Tonight, crews will be out looking for areas that have iced over.

As drivers hit the roads for the evening commute, they should watch out for patches of black ice on ramps and in shady areas where ice can form.  Drivers should slow down, keep extra space between them and the vehicle in front of them and be patient.</description>
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      <title>Washington’s Clark County Faring Well after the Season’s First Winter Storm</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2006 08:30:57 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/28_CCountyStorm.htm</link>
      <description>VANCOUVER –Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) maintenance crews have been working around the clock throughout the region and the metro area to keep roadways as clear as possible for motorists.</description>
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      <title>State Transportation Commission’s Longview Meeting Postponed</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2006 07:29:24 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/28_WashStTransportationLongviewMtgPostponed.htm</link>
      <description>OLYMPIA – Due to inclement weather and poor driving conditions, the Washington State Transportation Commission’s community outreach meeting with city, county, and state officials in Longview that was scheduled for Wednesday, November 29, has been postponed.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 1:30 p.m. - WSDOT Crews Hard at Work - Travel Planning Information Available to Drivers</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2006 05:41:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/28_130pmUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>There are a number of trouble spots throughout Western Washington as crews continue to sand, de-ice and plow roads. If you do need to travel, WSDOT urges you to check the routes prior to travel, and be prepared for significant delays.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 10:30 a.m. – WSDOT Starts Working Plan for Evening Commute</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2006 02:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/28_1030Update.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT 10:30 a.m. – WSDOT Starts Working Plan for Evening Commute</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Crews Respond to Snow and Ice in Southwest Washington, Travel Planning Information Available</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2006 02:55:25 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/28_SWRSnowIce.htm</link>
      <description>Snow and ice on highways throughout Southwest Washington have kept Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) maintenance crews working around the clock.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 9 a.m. – I-5 Open at Grand Mound, Crews Still Busy in Other Spots</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2006 01:31:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/28_9a.m.Update.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT 9 a.m. – I-5 Open at Grand Mound, Crews Still Busy in Other Spots</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 7 a.m. – Crews Out Battling Snow and Ice on Western Washington Highways; WSDOT Activates Emergency Operations Center for Morning Commute</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2006 23:44:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/28_WeatherUpdate7AM.htm</link>
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      <title>WSDOT 6 a.m. – Crews Out Battling Snow and Ice on Western Washington Highways; WSDOT Activates Emergency Operations Center for Morning Commute</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2006 22:41:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/28_weatherupdate6AM.htm</link>
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      <title>WSDOT 6 a.m. – Crews Out Battling Snow and Ice on Western Washington Highways; WSDOT Activates Emergency Operations Center for Morning Commute</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2006 22:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/28SnowUpdate6AM.htm</link>
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      <title>WSDOT 2 a.m. – WSDOT Getting Ready for a Challenging Morning Commute; Crews Working through the Night to Keep Drivers Safe on Western Washington Highways</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2006 18:32:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/28_2amUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT will activate its Emergency Operations Center early Tuesday to manage the morning commute response to challenging winter conditions in Western Washington.   WSDOT crews are working around the clock clearing snow, applying sand and deicer and responding to blocking incidents.  

Drivers should expect slick conditions across Western Washington with snow and/or ice on most highways and freeways.  WSDOT urges drivers to stay home unless they absolutely need to travel.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 6:30 pm – Snow Blankets Western Washington; Crews Work to Keep Roads Clear and Drivers Safe</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2006 11:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/27_6pmUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>SEATTLE – Washington State Department of Transportation crews are working non-stop Monday evening as snow and ice are blanketing portions of Western Washington. We have 190 vehicles working this storm. Drivers should expect long delays if they're out on freeways and highways or stay home and wait this one out.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 1 pm - WSDOT Crews Out in Full Force in Western Washington Keeping Roads Clear of Ice, Snow and Debris</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2006 06:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/27_1pmUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>Washington State Department of Transportation crews have been working non-stop for the past two days clearing ice and snow in the lowlands and heading up to the passes to assist in road clearing there. We have 190 vehicles in Western Washington working this storm.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Noon - WSDOT Crews Working Hard in Whatcom County in White Out Conditions, Crews Elsewhere Doing Clean Up</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2006 04:42:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/27_NoonUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT Noon - WSDOT Crews Working Hard in Whatcom County in White Out Conditions, Crews Elsewhere Doing Clean Up</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 11 am - WSDOT Crews Out in Full Force in Western Washington Keeping Roads Clear of Ice, Snow and Debris</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2006 03:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/27_11a.m.Update.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT 11 am - WSDOT Crews Out in Full Force in Western Washington Keeping Roads Clear of Ice, Snow and Debris</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 10 am - WSDOT Crews Out in Full Force in Western Washington Keeping Roads Clear of Ice, Snow and Debris</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2006 02:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/27_10a.m.Update.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT 10 am - WSDOT Crews Out in Full Force in Western Washington Keeping Roads Clear of Ice, Snow and Debris</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 9 am - WSDOT Crews Out in Full Force in Western Washington Keeping Roads Clear of Ice, Snow and Debris</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2006 01:47:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/27_9a.m.Update.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT 9 am - WSDOT Crews Out in Full Force in Western Washington Keeping Roads Clear of Ice, Snow and Debris</description>
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      <title>WSDOT 8 am - WSDOT Crews Out in Full Force in Western Washington Keeping Roads Clear of Ice, Snow and Debris</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2006 00:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/27_CrewsOutUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT 8 am - WSDOT Crews Out in Full Force in Western Washington Keeping Roads Clear of Ice, Snow and Debris</description>
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      <title>Southwest Region Maintenance Crews Prepare for Winter Snow Storms</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2006 00:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/27_SWRSnowIce.htm</link>
      <description>VANCOUVER – As winter weather approaches and forecasts call for snow in parts of Southwest Washington, Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) maintenance crews across the Southwest Region are preparing for whatever nature plans to deliver.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Crews Out in Full Force in Whatcom County</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2006 13:42:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/26_WSDOTEffortsWhatcom.htm</link>
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      <title>WSDOT Crews Out in Full Force Tonight Around the Sound: Drivers Advised to Use Caution for Tomorrow’s Commute</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2006 13:40:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/26_WSDOTEffortsAroundTheSound.htm</link>
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      <title>WSDOT Readies for More Wintry Conditions</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2006 10:48:23 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/11_26OR+Crews+WinterReady.htm</link>
      <description>Wintry weather is here and WSDOT crews are good to go.</description>
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      <title>Heavy Snow in Cascades, Drivers Advised to Know Before You Go</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2006 02:27:13 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/26_I90_10amSnoqPassConditions.htm</link>
      <description>Winter storm brings heavy snow to Cascades on Sunday November 26.    Heavy westbound traffic expected after the Thanksgiving holiday.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT to Bring Relief to Mellen Street by 2009</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 23 Nov 2006 06:35:19 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/22_I5MellenStWidening.htm</link>
      <description>CHEHALIS – Sooner than expected, Lewis County residents will enjoy a widened Mellen Street underneath I-5, announced the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).</description>
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      <title>State Route 4 near Stella Opens Today</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 23 Nov 2006 04:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/22_SR4Open.htm</link>
      <description>KELSO – The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will open both lanes of traffic on State Route 4 near Stella this afternoon (Wednesday), where emergency repairs to stabilize the slope above the highway have been underway.</description>
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      <title>Freeway Ramp Closures and Express Lane Changes for Seattle Marathon on Sunday</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 23 Nov 2006 04:04:15 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/22_SeattleMarathon.htm</link>
      <description>Freeway Ramp Closures and Express Lane Changes for Seattle Marathon on Sunday</description>
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      <title>SR 18 Slide Repairs Completed near Issaquah</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2006 07:21:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/21_SR18Reopened.htm</link>
      <description>SR 18 Slide Repairs Completed near Issaquah</description>
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      <title>As Holiday Approaches Drivers Encouraged to "Know Before you Go"</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2006 01:31:55 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/21_holidaytravel06.htm</link>
      <description>OLYMPIA – As drivers gear up for one of the busiest travel weekends of the year, WSDOT's website is ready to offer the latest travel information.</description>
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      <title>Community Advisory Group for the Seattle Ferry Terminal Project to Meet November 30</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2006 16:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/seattle-terminal-cag-to-meet.htm</link>
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      <title>WSDOT Helps Drivers Prepare for Snoqualmie Pass Thanksgiving Weekend Travel</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2006 07:02:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/20_TurkeyTravel.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT Helps Drivers Prepare for Snoqualmie Pass Thanksgiving Weekend Travel</description>
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      <title>Wider, Straighter SR 9 Opens One Year Ahead of Schedule</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2006 06:36:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/20_SR9newroadwayopen.htm</link>
      <description>Crews open new SR 9 roadway at 9 a.m. Wednesday morning, Nov. 22, one year ahead of their fall 2008 deadline.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT, WSP Work with Drivers to Make Holiday Shopping in Snohomish County Safer</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2006 06:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/20_SnohomishHolidayTravel.htm</link>
      <description>The holiday shopping season begins at 12:01 Friday morning. To help prepare drivers for what certainly lies ahead, WSDOT, WSP Troopers in Snohomish County and local law enforcement are teaming up to make sure drivers know the ins and outs of getting around the booming new retail corridor in Marysville, Tulalip and Arlington.</description>
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      <title>Emergency Repairs to State Route 14 near North Bonneville Begin Nov. 27</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2006 04:13:42 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/20_SR14WoodardCreek.htm</link>
      <description>NORTH BONNEVILLE – Emergency slope repairs to State Route 14 just west of North Bonneville will begin Nov. 27, announced the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).</description>
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      <title>Daily Lane Closures on Westbound SR 522 at NE 153rd Street in Lake Forest Park for Utility Relocation</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 18 Nov 2006 08:52:04 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/17_SR522Multimodal.htm</link>
      <description>The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is alerting drivers to pre-construction lane-closures on westbound SR 522 at NE 153rd Street in Lake Forest Park.</description>
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      <title>New Tools for Thanksgiving Holiday Drivers</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 18 Nov 2006 07:52:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/17_thanksgiving06travel.htm</link>
      <description>The WSDOT Web site has new tools to help drivers navigate Thanksgiving weekend, one the busiest travel weekends of the year.</description>
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      <title>Emergency Repair Work on Mount Baker Highway</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 18 Nov 2006 06:37:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/17_SR542emergencyclosurework.htm</link>
      <description>Crews will close Mount Baker Highway in 20 minute intervals to fill a hole in the shoulder with 300 yards of rock.</description>
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      <title>Nightly Guide Meridian Lane Closures in Lynden</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 18 Nov 2006 02:02:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/17_539nightlaneclosures.htm</link>
      <description>Lynden, WA - Crews will close shoulders and lanes along the Guide Meridian as necessary for two nights from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. between King Tut Road and Birch Bay Lynden Road.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Revises Plan for Opening of New 41st St. Bridge in Everett</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 18 Nov 2006 01:21:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/17_I-5EverettRevisedPlanFor41st.htm</link>
      <description>We have postponed our plan to open the 41st St. Bridge by Thanksgiving.  The new plan keeps the current and effective detour in place and accelerates the building of the ramps to and from 41st. We now plan to have the bridge and three of four ramps open by mid March.</description>
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      <title>Best Times To Travel Snoqualmie Pass During The Thanksgiving Holiday</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 18 Nov 2006 01:12:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/17_SnoqualmieHolidayTravel.htm</link>
      <description>The graphs on this page reflect the average congestion levels measured over several years on I-90 Snoqualmie Pass during a typical Thanksgiving holiday travel weekend.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Crews Cleaning Up from Record Rain, Wind, Snow</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 18 Nov 2006 01:09:40 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/17_cleanupsoggyroads.htm</link>
      <description>OLYMPIA – Soggy soils and high winds keep WSDOT maintenance crews busy, clearing debris from roads and dodging dangerous trees.</description>
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      <title>Crews to Close Lanes on SR 18 to Repair Landslide Damage</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2006 23:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/17_SR18SlideRepair.htm</link>
      <description>Crews to Close Lanes on SR 18 to Repair Landslide Damage</description>
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      <title>Washington State Ferries Cancels Contract with Sound Food Due to Contract Non-Compliance</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2006 16:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/wsf-cancels-contract-with-sound-food.htm</link>
      <description></description>
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      <title>Construction Effects on I-405 Traffic in Kirkland November 17 to 24</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2006 07:07:40 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/16_i405KirklandTrafficNov16.htm</link>
      <description>Construction effects on traffic on and around Interstate 405 in Kirkland for the week from November 17 to 24.</description>
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      <title>Realigned Dogfish Creek Gets 'Stamp of Approval'</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2006 03:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/16_SR305_Salmon.htm</link>
      <description>Several salmon have been spotted making their way through the Dogfish Creek channel that was recently realigned by WSDOT to create space for the State Route 305 widening project.</description>
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      <title>State Route 4 Emergency Slope Stabilization Repairs near Stella Begin Nov. 16, Closure Remains</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2006 07:57:43 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/15_SR4EmergencyRepairs.htm</link>
      <description>KELSO – Emergency repairs to stabilize the slope above State Route 4 near Stella will begin Nov. 16, announced the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).</description>
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      <title>Annual WSDOT Congestion Report:  More Delays, Longer Trips on Central Puget Sound Freeways.</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2006 07:52:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/15_CongestionReport.htm</link>
      <description>Annual WSDOT Congestion Report:  More Delays, Longer Trips on Central Puget Sound Freeways.</description>
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      <title>US 2 Iron Goat Interpretive Site Closes for Winter</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2006 07:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/111506IronGoatClosed.htm</link>
      <description>The US 2 Iron Goat Trail Interpretive Site near Stevens Pass is Closed for the Winter.</description>
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      <title>Friday Marks Deadline for Political Signs Along State Highways</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2006 06:32:50 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/15_SignDeadline.htm</link>
      <description>Friday Marks Deadline for Political Signs Along State Highways</description>
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      <title>Enter the 2007 International Aviation Art Contest</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2006 06:25:05 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/15_2007AviationArtContest.htm</link>
      <description>If you are interested in aviation and art, live in Washington State and are between the ages of 6 and 17, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is pleased to invite you to enter the 2007 International Aviation Art Contest. This year’s art contest theme is simply “Airfield.” Participants can take advantage of this broad theme to conjure even more creative and artistic images than in years past.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Does Damage Control As New System Rolls Through</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2006 04:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/15_DamageControl.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT Does Damage Control As New System Rolls Through</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Names Kevin Miller Clark County Area Engineer</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2006 01:57:32 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/15_MillerPromotion.htm</link>
      <description>VANCOUVER – The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is pleased to announce the promotion of Kevin Miller to Clark County Area Engineer, effective November 16, 2006.</description>
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      <title>SR 401 Dismal Nitch Safety Rest Area Closing for Remainder of Winter</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2006 00:12:06 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/15_SR401DismalNitchSafetyAreaClosed.htm</link>
      <description>NASELLE – The Dismal Nitch Safety Area on State Route 401, formerly known as Megler Safety Rest Area, one mile east of the US 101 Astoria-Megler Bridge, closed for the winter starting, November 13, 2006, announced the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).</description>
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      <title>High Winds Causing Cancellations</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2006 16:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/high-winds-causing-cancellations.htm</link>
      <description></description>
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      <title>SR 20 North Cascades Highway Closed for the Winter</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2006 01:45:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/13_SR20PassCloses.htm</link>
      <description>North Cascades Highway closes as more than three feet of snow falls and forecasts for more snow is on the way.</description>
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      <title>North Cascades is Closed for the Winter</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2006 08:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/111306NCHclosed.htm</link>
      <description>SR 20, The North Cascades Highway is Closed for the Winter</description>
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      <title>Mudslide debris cleared, U.S. 101 now open</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2006 06:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/13_US101Opening.htm</link>
      <description>Mudslide debris cleared, U.S. 101 now open</description>
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      <title>Improvement Locations Identified on US 2 – Snohomish to Skykomish</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2006 05:17:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/US2ProjectList.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT announced today the results of a technical assessment to identify locations where roadway projects could be conducted on a section of US 2 for purposes of improving safety and addressing backups between Snohomish and Skykomish.</description>
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      <title>Open House Scheduled for SR 14 Camas-Washougal Widening &amp; Interchange Project, Nov. 16</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2006 05:04:42 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/13_SR14CamasWashougalWideningOpenHouse.htm</link>
      <description>CAMAS – The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) would like to invite the public to an open house to learn more about the new SR 14 Camas-Washougal Widening &amp; Interchange Project.</description>
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      <title>Crews Beat the Rain to Shift I-405 HOV Lane - Effective Friday, November 10th</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2006 23:53:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/13_KirklandShiftFinal.htm</link>
      <description>Crews Beat the Rain to Shift I-405 HOV Lane - Effective Friday, November 10th</description>
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      <title>High Winds Keeping WSDOT Crews Busy</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2006 20:22:23 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/13_wind_response.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT maintenance workers are busy this morning responding to multiple wind-related incidents that have shut down lanes on several highways in Pierce and Thurston counties.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Roads Update 12:30 p.m.: Crews Work Hard on Short and Long-Term Fixes</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 11 Nov 2006 05:11:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/Weatherupdate_Friday.htm</link>
      <description>The rain is coming down hard, the winds are moving in and snow is in the forecast. WSDOT crews are out in full force repairing what’s damaged and planning for the next 24 hours.</description>
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      <title>SR 16 Lanes Restricted for Cable Barrier Installation</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2006 07:26:04 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/09-SR16LanesRestrictedCableBarrier.htm</link>
      <description>SR 16 Lanes Restricted for Cable Barrier Installation</description>
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      <title>US 101 Slide Area Remains Closed Over Weekend</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2006 06:57:10 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/09_US101Remainsclosed.htm</link>
      <description>U.S. 101 Slide Area Remains Closed Over Weekend</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Hosts Open House for Rail Project Near Lakewood</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2006 05:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/09_PointDefiance.htm</link>
      <description>On November 14, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will host an informational open house in Lakewood for the Point Defiance Bypass Project.</description>
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      <title>State Route 4 near Stella Remains Closed with Detour, Load Restrictions on Detour Route Begin</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2006 04:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/09_SR4DetourRestrictions.htm</link>
      <description>STELLA – State Route 4 remains closed near the community of Stella, two miles west of Longview.</description>
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      <title>Complete Closure, State Route 508 at Bear Canyon Continues Due to an Unstable Slope</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2006 02:36:28 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/09_SR508HighwayClosedBearCanyon.htm</link>
      <description>CHEHALIS – Complete closure of SR 508 in the vicinity of Bear Canyon in Lewis County remains in place, after heavy rains caused an unstable slope between milepost 21 and 21.7, announced the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).</description>
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      <title>State Transportation Commission Meets in Olympia, November 14 &amp; 15</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2006 02:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/09_CommissionMeetsinOlympia.htm</link>
      <description>State Transportation Commission Meets in Olympia, November 14 &amp; 15</description>
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      <title>Unstable Slope Requires Closure of State Route 4, East of Stella in Cowlitz County</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2006 02:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/09_SR4HwyClosureNearStellaSlide.htm</link>
      <description>STELLA – State Route 4 has been closed temporarily due to an unstable slope near the community of Stella, two miles west of Longview, announced the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT).</description>
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      <title>I-405 Lane Shift in Kirkland Rescheduled for November 10</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2006 02:22:47 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/09_I-405LaneShift.htm</link>
      <description>I-405 Lane Shift in Kirkland Rescheduled for November 10</description>
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      <title>WSDOT's Web Pages Prove Useful During Storm</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2006 07:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/08_HighwayUpdate3pm.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT's Web Pages Prove Useful During Storm</description>
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      <title>Tacoma area traffic cameras offline for new camera installation</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2006 03:47:12 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/08_I-5trafficcameras.htm</link>
      <description>TACOMA – Today’s installation of a new Interstate 5 traffic camera at 56th Street in Tacoma requires three other Tacoma area cameras to be taken offline for a few hours.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Weather Update 8 a.m.- State Highway Conditions</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2006 00:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/08_HighwayUpdate8am.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT Weather Update 8 a.m.- State Highway Conditions</description>
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      <title>WSDOT News – New Information: 6 a.m. State Highway Conditions Update</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2006 23:26:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/08_HighwayUpdate6am.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT News – New Information: 6 a.m. State Highway Conditions Update</description>
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      <title>WSDOT NEWS - 8 p.m. State Highway Conditions Update</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2006 12:13:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/07_8p.m.highwayconditionsupdate.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT crews are monitoring and patrolling state highways during overnight hours. 

At this hour, crews are watching I-5 through the Chehalis area at the intersection with State Route 6. Crews have closed the ramps to SR 6 and one lane of southbound I-5 through the area. One southbound lane and all northbound lanes remain open to traffic and WSDOT has placed signs in the area to notify drivers of the lane and ramp closures.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT NEWS - 3 p.m. State Highway Conditions Update</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2006 07:14:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/07_3p.m.highwayconditionsupdate.htm.htm</link>
      <description>Keeping state highways open and clearing roads under water or blocked with debris has been the major focus of WSDOT crews after two days of record steady rain.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT crews see some improvement, more challenges ahead</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2006 04:37:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/07_11a.m.highwayconditionsupdate.htm</link>
      <description>OLYMPIA - Keeping state highways open and clearing roads under water or blocked with debris has been the major focus of WSDOT crews after two days of record steady rain. The water has receded in some areas, but drivers are urged not to cross roadway barriers before crews can inspect the road for safe travel.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT NEWS - 10 a.m. Statewide Highway Conditions Update</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2006 02:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/07_10a.m.HighwayConditionsUpdates.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT NEWS - 10 a.m. Statewide Highway Conditions Update</description>
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      <title>Closures Remain on Many State Highways, Crews are Monitoring Other Areas Closely</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2006 00:45:32 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/07_SWR_HighwayWeatherClosures.htm</link>
      <description>VANCOUVER - WSDOT crews worked around-the-clock, working to keep roads clear during heavy downpours.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT To Evaluate Flooded Roads at Daylight Tuesday</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2006 23:45:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/07_EvaluateFloodedRoads.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT To Evaluate Flooded Roads at Daylight Tuesday</description>
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      <title>East-West Travel Available on I-90 and US 14/SR 97 over Satus Pass</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2006 23:43:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/07_EastWestRoutes.htm</link>
      <description>East-West Travel Available on I-90 and US 14/SR 97 over Satus Pass</description>
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      <title>I-405 Lane Shift in Kirkland Postponed Due to Weather</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2006 23:37:17 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/07_KirklandLaneShiftDelay.htm</link>
      <description>I-405 Lane Shift in Kirkland Postponed Due to Weather</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Maintenance Crews in Full Gear, Clearing Roads as Rain Hits Hard in Southwest Washington</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2006 23:35:51 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/06_SWR_StormMaintenanceCrews.htm</link>
      <description>VANCOUVER – Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) maintenance crews have been busy roving state routes throughout the region, quickly removing mud and debris from roadways, and setting up traffic control where needed.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT News 5:30 a.m.: Closures on Many State Highways</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2006 22:11:28 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/ORRoadConditions11_07_06_5AM.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT News 5:30 a.m.: Closures on Many State Highways</description>
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      <title>WSDOT News 9 p.m.: Closures on Many State Highways</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2006 13:37:01 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/OR+Road+Conditions+11_06_06+9PM.htm</link>
      <description>Current roadway conditions for Pierce, Clallam, and Mason counties.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT News: Rain and Flooding Force State Highway Closures</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2006 10:41:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/6_NWRWeather.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT crews are out in full force at this hour, pushing to keep roads clear during heavy downpours. Crews are closing roads and preparing for cresting rivers tomorrow morning at 4 a.m.</description>
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      <title>Flooding Keeping State Highway Crews Busy</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2006 08:10:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/06_NovemberFloodingUpdate.htm</link>
      <description>Flooding Keeping State Highway Crews Busy</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Seeks Input on Skagit County Projects</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2006 07:10:59 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/06_SkagitOpenHouse.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT Seeks Input on Skagit County Projects</description>
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      <title>WSDOT News: Severe Weather Hits Highways Hard - 2 p.m.</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2006 06:43:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/06_SevereWeather2pm.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT News: Severe Weather Hits Highways Hard - 2 p.m.</description>
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      <title>Steady Rains Hammer State Highways in Western Washington</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2006 03:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/06_RainImpactsStatewide.htm</link>
      <description>Steady Rains Hammer State Highways in Western Washington</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Crews Push to Keep Roads Open Throughout November Storm</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2006 03:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/06_NovemberStorm.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT Crews Push to Keep Roads Open Throughout November Storm</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Wraps Up I-90 Slope Project Exactly One Year After November Rock Slide</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2006 00:21:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/06_I90RockslideOneYearEarly.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT Wraps Up I-90 Slope Project Exactly One Year After November Rock Slide</description>
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      <title>U.S. 101 Regional Circulation Project Open House Nov. 14</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 04 Nov 2006 05:50:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/3_US_101_Aberdeen_Open_House.htm</link>
      <description>WSDOT and the Grays Harbor Council of Governments (GHCOG) will host the final open house for the U.S. 101 Regional Circulation Project from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 21 at the Port of Grays Harbor Commission Chamber, 111 S. Wooding St., Aberdeen.</description>
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      <title>State Route 411 Information Hotline Available as Clean-Up Continues</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 04 Nov 2006 00:28:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/03_SR411Hotline.htm</link>
      <description>State Route 411 in the Beacon Hill Road vicinity (milepost 3) remains closed where a Weyerhaeuser train traveling on the trestle over SR 411 derailed Wednesday evening around 9 p.m.</description>
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      <title>WSDOT Crews in 24-hour Operations on Mountain Highways</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2006 22:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/02_passcrewswinterhours.htm</link>
      <description>OLYMPIA – Winter has arrived in Washington and crews on mountain pass highways have shifted to winter operations, patrolling and monitoring the roads 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.</description>
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      <title>Renew Your State Aircraft Registration for 2007</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2006 07:14:57 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/12_RenewRegistrationFor2007.htm</link>
      <description>It's that time of year again. Washington State aircraft registrations will expire on December 31, 2006. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Aviation invites you to avoid the holiday rush and renew your aircraft registration today.</description>
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      <title>City, State and Port agree on SR 519 solution - New design balances freight and pedestrian needs</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2006 07:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/SR519Solution.htm</link>
      <description>The City, State and Port have reached agreement on a solution for Phase Two of SR 519 that improves freight movement and protects pedestrians in the SODO-area.</description>
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      <title>State Route 411 Closed After Weyerhaeuser Train Derailed in Cowlitz County</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2006 04:46:32 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/02_SR411RRDeRailmentHwyClosed.htm</link>
      <description>Kelso – The Washington State Department of Transportation closed all lanes of SR 411 at Beacon Hill Drive (milepost 3) in Cowlitz County until further notice after a Weyerhaeuser train traveling on the trestle over SR 411 derailed around 9 p.m. Wednesday night (11/1).</description>
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      <title>WSF Introducing Enhanced, Fee-Based Wi-Fi</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2006 15:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <link>http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2006/11/introducing-wi-fi.htm</link>
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