SUMMARY: The Driver Service Bureau has reopened statewide but is facing significant delays due to ongoing technical issues following recent software upgrades. Appointments, like that of a frustrated Ocean Springs resident whose daughter couldn’t obtain her learner’s permit on her birthday, have been impacted, leading to missed school time and attendance concerns. Some, like retired officer Shan Smith, are more understanding of the situation, acknowledging the ongoing system bugs. The Bureau’s commissioner, Shan Tindle, explained that communication issues with the federal system are causing typical transactions to extend from minutes to hours. Motorists are advised to check their website for updates.

Driver Service Bureau locations are open statewide, but the system is running slow after a recent update.

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SUMMARY: A new pothole on I-10 in Harrison County damaged vehicles and caused traffic delays in a construction zone. This incident occurred late Sunday night, damaging at least two tires between Long Beach and Ming Avenue exits. Crews worked Monday morning to patch the pothole, exacerbated by recent rainfall that eroded the asphalt. State Troopers advised drivers to reduce speed to avoid hazards. The ongoing widening project, expected to last two years, may lead to more potholes. If affected, motorists can contact D star 47 for assistance and to file insurance reports. Caution is encouraged in work zones.

The gash in the road stretched along the outside lane of I-10 eastbound between Menge Avenue and Long Beach exits.

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SUMMARY: The I-10 widening project continues to cause issues for drivers, with temporary lanes crumbling. Recently, a pothole formed in the right lane, prompting the Mississippi Highway Patrol to close one lane. The wet weather caused a gash in the road, leading to at least two tire blowouts. Drivers are urged to slow down in construction zones to avoid potholes, as these areas can be difficult to navigate at high speeds. Crews are working to repair the road, but frequent wet conditions may continue to cause further damage. The situation remains under investigation, with efforts underway to prevent future issues.

The temporary lanes put in to shift traffic to the right continue to crumble, causing potholes.

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