The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that lanes that have been closed for construction will reopen, where possible, for the Christmas and New Year’s holidays to minimize travel disruption.

Non-emergency closures will be suspended from 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 22, to 11:59 p.m. Monday, Dec. 25, as well as from 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 29, to 11:59 p.m. Jan. 1.

In McLean County, old U.S. 51 about a mile north of Heyworth is closed and there is no detour.

In Champaign County, westbound I-74 ramp to northbound I-57 in Champaign; will remain closed and the detour is posted. Additionally, the northbound I-57 ramp to westbound I-74 will remain closed and its detour is posted.

In Christian County, Illinois 29 northwest of Pana has lane reductions that will continue with traffic controlled by temporary signals.

Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and stay alert for workers and equipment. At all times, please buckle and drive sober.