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Maryland Transit Administration @mta.maryland.gov · 16h

Congratulations to one of our 2025 Superstars from the Kirk Bus Division, Philmore White. Philmore started his career with MTA over 14 years ago. He enjoys the camaraderie of the job. Outside of work, he enjoys bowling. Congratulations on a job well done. #WorkerWednesday

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Metro @wmata.com · 14h

Happy two-year anniversary to the Metro Integrated Command & Communications Center (MICC)! 🥳

Two years ago, Metro opened its world-class control center, bringing our rail, bus, security, maintenance, and communications teams together in one place for the first time.

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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport @bwiairport.bsky.social · 13h

Cool seating in our soon-to-open A/B Connector!

Several of these propeller-shaped benches will be featured along windows overlooking the airfield.

The project will result in 5 new gates, restrooms and restaurants. Plus, an expanded baggage handling system for
Southwest Airlines.

Photo of a propeller-shaped wooden bench inside the new A/B Connector at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.

Wide-angle photo of the market area, still under construction, inside the A/B Connector at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.

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Montgomery County (MD) Department of Transportation @mcdotnow.bsky.social · 12h

📌Reminder📌
MDSHA will begin enhancing the bike🚲lanes in both directions of MD 190 (River Road) between Brookside Dr. to Little Falls Pkwy in #BethesdaMD, on or about Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. ▶️ https://ow.ly/Y9Gq50X7e6o Montgomery County, MD Government Maryland Department of Transportation

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 16h

Want to know more about how transportation trails improve community access?

Register and tune in tomorrow at 10:30 a.m.: #/registrationistration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_juzZVYwOTMaX4MC0SqDsVQ#/registration

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 1d

Hey Marylanders! Darker evenings don’t mean more danger on our roads. Just a little extra caution — bright clothes, headlights on — can make a huge difference.

Let’s keep each other safe. Be the difference!

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 1d

Did you know?

Maryland Department of Transportation is one of the largest landowners in the state, managing thousands of acres of land used for everything from highways to rail corridors. 🏞️

https://blog.mdot.maryland.gov/mdot-excess-property-drives-economic-growth/

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Montgomery County (MD) Department of Transportation @mcdotnow.bsky.social · 3d

🟣🚉REMINDER🚉🟣
#montgomerycountymd #silverspringmd Purple Line MTA Maryland Service Alerts Maryland Department of Transportation
🧑‍💻▶️https://ow.ly/YJ6B50Xa32B

New: Starting on or about October 13, 2025, crews will be installing piles for the Spring Street Bridge abutments. This work is necessary to complete the new bridge. Crews will be driving piles between 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays.

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 2d

🚶🏾‍♀️Serious About Safety for pedestrians

During Walktober, Maryland Department of Transportation urges drivers to protect pedestrians:

✅ Use extra caution in hard-to-see conditions
✅ Follow speed limit
🛑 Always stop for pedestrians in crosswalks
🛑 Never pass vehicles stopped at a crosswalk

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 4d

One month to go! The 10th Annual Governor’s Small Business Outreach Summit is almost here - featuring networking opportunities, & conversations shaping the future of business in Maryland. Join us Nov. 11 at Maryland Live! Hotel & Casino.

Register now: https://mdbizoppssummit.com/

Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 4d

Look Up and Look Out! Fall brings less daylight, which means more pedestrians will be out when there’s low visibility. When driving, watch out for pedestrians, and when walking, stay visible with light or reflective clothing. #WalktoberMD2025

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 5d

MDOT archaeologist Dr. Julie Schablitsky recently directed an excavation at Harriet Tubman's birthplace on the Eastern Shore of Maryland where she discovered a chamber pot. These digs provide insight into the daily lives of enslaved Marylanders. TinyURL.com/BenRossHomeplace

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Montgomery County (MD) Department of Transportation @mcdotnow.bsky.social · 6d

The Maryland Department of Transportation's Purple Line Small Business Grant Program provides support to smallbusinesses located along the #PurpleLineMD corridor that are impacted by construction. 🌟Round 3 is now accepting applications 🔗https://tinyurl.com/vza5fu2m Montgomery County, MD Government

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 5d

This week, Maryland Department of Transportation officials visited Baltimore, Worcester, Somerset, Kent, Washington, Allegany and Garrett counties to discuss the Department’s draft $21.5 billion, six-year capital budget.

Dates and locations for upcoming meetings ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/CTPtour2025

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 6d

Fall 2025 service enhancements are now in effect at MTA, with extended routes, improved frequency, and free rides for children 12 and under—making transit more convenient and accessible. Learn more at www.mta.maryland.gov/fall2025.

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 7d

Do you own and ride a motorcycle in Maryland? The Maryland Highway Safety Office is developing programs to make your experience safer and more enjoyable. You can help by completing this 5-minute survey about motorcyclist safety.

Your responses are anonymous: https://survey.zohopublic.com/zs/fJD9PE

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 7d

We had a great time celebrating Walk to School Day with our young friends at Woodside Elementary School in Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Thanks to Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration's Maryland Highway Safety Office for joining us in this fun event to promote safe walking and biking!

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 7d

Eric Carpenter-Grantham's story is changing lives! 🦋

Thanks to his advocacy, a new law now allows individuals with hidden disabilities to add a butterfly symbol to their driver's license or ID.

Watch Eric share his powerful story.

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 8d

🏫 Tomorrow is Walk to School Day in Maryland! There are more than 40 events registered statewide! Be Serious About Safety on your walk by:

✅ Walking with a friend
✅ Being seen
✅ Looking for traffic
✅ Crossing the street safely

Register: https://www.walkbiketoschool.org/registration/

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 9d

🚶🏾‍♂️Serious About Safety for Pedestrians 🚴🏼‍♀️

Our FREE webinar on October 9 focuses on designing communities that improve safety for people walking or cycling in Maryland.

Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/y5vdca7z

Comment “walkinar2” and we’ll send you the registration link

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 10d

The Maryland Department of Transportation is attending meetings across the state to discuss the Draft FY 2026-2031 Consolidated Transportation Program.

Times, locations and streaming options can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/CTPtour2025

Close-up of a Maryland Department of Transportation document titled 'Maryland Consolidated Transportation Program' on a table in a meeting room.

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Montgomery County (MD) Department of Transportation @mcdotnow.bsky.social · 15d

Every person walking🚶‍♀️, biking🚴‍♂️, or driving🚗deserves to get home safely. @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social, #MCDOT, #MCPD, & @mdsha.bsky.social partner to manage speeds because the faster💨you go, the deadlier the outcome. ⭐Slow🐢down, save lives👨‍🦰🧔‍♀️⭐ @mcgexec.bsky.social @marylanddot.bsky.social #MDRoads

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 12d

This week, Maryland Department of Transportation officials visited Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties to discuss the Department’s draft $21.5 billion, six-year capital budget.

Dates and locations for upcoming meetings ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/CTPtour2025

Officials seated around a large conference table in a formal meeting room with flags and laptops present.

County and transportation officials at a meeting.

Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 13d

🛤️ Big boost for @portofbalt.bsky.social 🛤️
The expansion of the Howard Street Tunnel in Baltimore is expected to dramatically increase business at the Port of Baltimore.
Read more: tinyurl.com/57bwb59w

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Maryland Department of Transportation @marylanddot.bsky.social · 14d

Today we unveiled Maryland's new driver's license and ID card design featuring an optional Hidden Disability symbol.

Under a new law, known as Eric's ID Law, Marylanders with hidden disabilities may add a butterfly symbol on their driver’s license, ID card or moped permit.

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