October 2, 2026
A Tale of Two Projects: Baas uses two Wisconsin megas to illustrate point during ARTBA Contractors Division meeting
By Lane Kimble
KOHLER -- Most presentations about transportation projects and funding don’t begin with quotes from literary classics. Leave it to Steve Baas to set the stage for his seminar during ARTBA’s National Convention this week with…
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October 2, 2026
Wisconsin wows nation’s industry leaders during three-day ARTBA National Convention in Kohler
By Lane Kimble
KOHLER -- Only 7,077 Olympic gold medals have been awarded since the modern games started in 1896. Two gold medal winners sat in front of an awestruck audience Tuesday night in Wisconsin, insisting they have…
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October 2, 2026
ASP-6 amendments in effect for November letting
By Lane Kimble
WisDOT is releasing 10 revisions to the standard specifications via Additional Special Provision (ASP-6). These changes go into effect with the November 10, 2026 letting. ASP-6 will be amended periodically until WisDOT can compile a…
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October 1, 2026
Hoffman launches work zone safety program with bumper stickers
By Lane Kimble
Bold orange and black bumper stickers now appear on the back of Hoffman Construction Company employee vehicles. The company wants to eventually see them on every car in the state. The stickers say “Slow down…
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