Baxter Looking To Address I-40 Traffic Issues

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Baxter Looking To Address I-40 Traffic Issues

Baxter Aldermen trying to address I-40 traffic backup issues. Mayor Danny Holmes said whenever there is an accident on I-40 many drivers try to get off on Exit 280 to try and reach Highway 70 or Old Baxter Road. Holmes said when that happens it causes major traffic problems in Baxter. Holmes said aldermen want to use detour signs. “Instead of truck traffic coming through the middle of town here we will send them on down Highway 56 to 70 and go t…