05/29/2026
The Night Before Bridge Opening
Twas the night before reopening, in Omro so bright, after twenty long days of detours and spite. The barrels stood empty, the cones packed away, as drivers all whispered, “Tomorrow's the day!"
The businesses waited with hopeful delight, for traffic returning by Saturday’s first light. The bridge over Fox River, battered by wear, was finally ready for travelers there.
The drivers all cheered, "No more country loops!" The locals rejoiced, "We survived all the hoops!" No circling through farmland, no extra commute, no GPS saying, "Proceed on your route..."
The orange signs vanished, the pavement looked clean, a sight that most residents thought they'd not seen. And out by the bridge as the sunset did glow, cars lined up early just eager to go.
Then up on the roadway there arose such a cheer, as the final crew shouted, "The opening is here!" The workers climbed down from the last flashing truck, while half of the town whispered, "Bout dang time, good luck!’
And Mayor and merchants and commuters alike, prepared for first crossings tomorrow at night.
No more twenty-minute detours to roam, at last Highway 21 would feel like home.
So here's to Omro, patient and strong,
who dealt with the closure for twenty days long.
May traffic move smoothly, may tempers stay light, and Merry Bridge Opening to all tomorrow night!
Disclaimer: The above is based on the projected timeline from the DOT announced on 5/28/26. Please continue following the official detour routes until project is officially complete and signage/barrels are removed.
