Traffic on the Mississippi River near Memphis has reopened, but the I-40 bridge between Arkansas and Tennessee remains shut down to road traffic. A crack that goes through a steel beam crucial to the bridges’ integrity was found Tuesday. More than 45 tug boats and 700 barges had been idled as a result, and there were concerns that an extended closure would hurt the economy in the region, and have ripple effects on the supply chain.
Mississippi River Reopening
Kelly Bennett is a multimedia journalist for SuperTalk Mississippi News. An award-winning news and radio personality with over 30 years of broadcasting experience, she served several stints in the White House Press Pool as Mississippi recovered from the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. Additionally, Kelly co-hosted one of the most successful morning shows on the Mississippi Gulf Coast for over 20 years. The proud daughter of a Vietnam War veteran, Kelly enjoys playing guitar, anything sci-fi, and spending time with her family. For inquiries or story tips, email [email protected].
