U.S. 61 near Fruitland reduced to one lane today

U.S. 61 in Cape Girardeau County between Interstate 55 and Route Y in Fruitland will be reduced to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction while Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform drainage work in the northbound and southbound lanes. The work is expected to take place from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, weather permitting. For additional information, contact MoDOT's customer service center at 888-275-6636. — Staff reports