πΊπΈ This Veterans Day, we proudly recognize our colleagues who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Thank you for your service to our country and your continued service to Kansas.
U.S. Army
Andrew Arola β’ Edward Baldwin β’ Brian Boatright β’ Joe Barajas β’ Kale Collins β’ James Green β’ Brian Harvey β’ Troy Henderson β’ William Lewis β’ Dustin Poole
U.S. Air Force
Zach Ayers β’ Scott Koehn β’ Michael Kelley-Moen β’ Nick Parrott β’ Stephen Schneider
U.S. Navy
Scott Emond β’ Jeff Kueser β’ Paulette Olson β’ Shawn Phillips β’ Justin Wallace β’ Caleb Wilson
U.S. Marine Corps
Michael Hamilton
Army National Guard
Jordan Mangold β’ Charles Sutton
πΊπΈ Our offices will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11 for Veterans Day πΊπΈ
Account management is available through DriveKS. Normal business operations resume on Thursday, Nov. 12.
During his 29 years with KTA, Rod Fogo spearheaded one of the largest modernization efforts in our history, including major roadway resurfacing, bridge deck repairs and renovations to restaurants and service areas. Safe to say, he helped take the Turnpike to a new level of service and quality for travelers!
Fall means more deer activity along Kansas roadways, especially around dawn and dusk. π¦
Stay alert, put distractions away and be ready for wildlife near the roadway. π½οΈ https://t.co/n9JnJEk0gB
Progress continues at the Emporia Travel Center! π§
While crews build what's next, fuel and restrooms remain available for travelers. Check out the latest construction update π·ββοΈ https://t.co/XipstqjoJ5
Every trip helps support the road ahead. π
Toll revenue helps maintain the Kansas Turnpike, from the pavement under your tires to the bridges and facilities along your route.
If youβre seeing ghouls and ghosts, stay out of the driverβs seat.Β π»π§ Plan a sober ride home this Halloween.Β π If You Feel Different, You Drive Different.
70 years looks good on us! Our employees celebrated the Turnpikeβs 70th anniversary with a week full of themed days and team spirit.
Hereβs a look at how our teams joined the celebration! π
π 70 years calls for 70 days of surprises!
Weβre celebrating KTAβs 70th by spreading a little joy along the Turnpike. First stop: the Topeka Service Area, where Skyler scored a @LovesTravelStop gift card.
Keep an eye out. You could be next! π
#70DaysOfSurprise#KTA70
More room for travelers is coming to I-70. π§
KTA is investing $136.6 million to widen nine miles of I-70 to six lanes and replace two bridges, preparing the Turnpike for future growth while supporting safer, more reliable travel.
Learn more ππ½ https://t.co/Qes0LxdQRc
70 years. Countless miles. Generations of people who helped keep Kansas moving. π
From our earliest days to the Turnpike of today, a lot has changed, but our commitment to serving travelers remains.
π₯ Celebrate 70 years of the Kansas Turnpike with us.
https://t.co/apnpnhnowf
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Next commercial break, do a quick vehicle safety recall check. Itβs FREE, fast and could be lifesaving.Β π Enter your VIN or license plate at https://t.co/eerrEvu0NP.
WED, OCT 21 starting at 9AM: NB and SB Drivers on I-35/KTA in the AndoverΒ area (MM 57) can expect delayed traffic due to a rolling roadblock for overhead bridgeΒ work. #ICTtraffic
WED, OCT 21: Left lane closure on SB I-335/KTA just south of Topeka, I-470 Interchange (MM 175.9) for bridge repairs. Use caution in area and watch for crews.
We recently welcomed some familiar faces back to Headquarters for our annual Retiree Event! π
As we celebrate 70 years, it was especially meaningful to reconnect and recognize the generations of employees who helped build our legacy. Thank you to everyone who joined us!