There's A Good Reason Why You May Not See Funny Messages On Highway Signs Anymore

The FHWA now discourages jokes, puns, and pop culture references on changeable message signs because they may distract ...
The Sun Chronicle

Proposal for digital signs on Foxboro Common withdrawn before town meeting

An ill-fated bid to install digital message signs on Foxboro’s historic town green was sidetracked this week, purportedly after Police Chief Michael Grace advised officials that such displays could ...
MassLive

Westfield City Council rejects relaxed rules on electronic message signs

WESTFIELD — The City Council last week voted overwhelmingly against a proposal to relax the permitting requirements for electronic message signs. The measure had been recommended by both the Planning ...
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New Highway 55 digital sign to provide real-time alerts for emergencies, traffic

A new $630,000 digital message sign on State Highway 55 near Cascade is giving southbound drivers real-time road updates in an area where cell service is often unreliable. The Idaho Transportation ...
KCBD

Electronic Message Signs Raise Questions of Public Safety

NewsChannel 11 reveals details behind an item on a city council agenda. Members are expected to agree to suspend issuing permits for electronic signs for a six month period. Texas Tech has one of the ...
San Diego Union-Tribune

Encinitas to expand use of flashing message signs on area roadways

Encinitas drivers can expect to start seeing more flashing electronic message signs warning them to slow down and watch out for cyclists or pedestrians. In a 4-0 vote, with Councilmember Joy Lyndes ...
News Tribune

Churches’ queries about electronic sign lead down bumpy road

A request to amend the city code for electronic message signs at downtown churches led to a disagreement about a Jefferson City Council member's role with assisting constituents. Ward 2 Councilman ...