I-55 in Perry County reduced for pavement repairs

SIKESTON, Mo. -- North- and southbound Interstate 55 in Perry County, from Highway 51 to Route M, will be reduced to one lane with a 12-foot restriction as Missouri Department of Transportation crews make pavement repairs. Weather permitting, the work will begin at 7 a.m. Oct. 15 and should be completed by 4 p.m. Oct. 26. The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use caution while traveling near the area. For more information, contact MoDOT's Customer Service Center at 888-275-6636 or visit www.modot.org/southeast.