The more than $90 million Sherman Minton renewal project would add up to 30 years of life to the aging bridge. But construction could have a huge effect on traffic and nearby local economies. One option for the bridge would close it down and speed up the construction process, but some residents have argued against that option and say it would devastate the local economy.

We talk with officials and about the project, what they've heard from the community so far and what plans are ahead for the 57-year-old bridge. Our guests were: