The individuals working to name Highway 78 the Jay N. Ding Darling Memorial Highway are one step closer to their goal. The nickname would be given to 78 from Highway 218 to 63.

Brighton Chamber of Commerce members Rosemary Pacha and Rose Jaynes have gotten approval from the three counties and all the cities the stretch of roadway passes through.

Pacha explains after they meet with the District Department of Transportation office, their proposal will be sent to the state DOT office for their consideration. Pacha says once it’s approved, they’ll apply for grants to pay for the signs.