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September 14, 2023
“They have to get on the machines”: Brooks Tractor’s Demo Day provides techie test drives
By Lane Kimble
MOUNT PLEASANT, Wis. -- Contractors from across southeastern Wisconsin got the chance to test drive new tech this week, thanks to a WTBA Associate member. Tuesday, Brooks Tractor’s Mount Pleasant location hosted a Demo Day…
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September 1, 2023
“Thank you for fixing these roads”: Farmer grateful for state’s significant transportation investments
By Lane Kimble
MONROE, Wis. -- Many of the roads around Wisconsin’s farms are filled with potholes, crumbling pavement, and provide precious few feet for tractors and trucks to maneuver. That will soon start to change. “It is…
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August 28, 2023
“All-hands-on-deck effort”: WisDOT, WTBA members stress work zone safety at two events
By Lane Kimble
“In Gottes Namen.” It’s a phrase Jim Griesbach picked up from his grandfather – an old German farmer – who uttered those words every time he entered a field. “Every day, when I walk through…
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August 18, 2023
Political Paving: State lawmaker gets first-hand experience with Northeast Asphalt
By Lane Kimble
HORTONVILLE, Wis. -- She could’ve simply showed up, walked around, and posed for a few pictures. Instead – Rachael Cabral-Guevara put on a safety vest and eagerly climbed into the driver’s seat of an asphalt…
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August 2, 2023
Safer Skies: Central Wisconsin Airport project takes flight thanks to WTBA members
By Lane Kimble
MOSINEE, Wis. -- Most job sites that Nate Swanke drives onto don’t require special authorized clearance through securely locked gates, but this one does for good reason. “It’s definitely weird the first time you come…
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July 20, 2023
Keeping Work Zone Awareness top-of-mind, WisDOT holds Northeast Region event
By Lane Kimble
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Drivers passing construction workers along Highway 172 in Brown County this summer may not recognize the men and women working behind the cones. However, Jon Leach certainly does. “It’s very much…
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June 23, 2023
Michels goes Mega: Reconstruction expanding I-43 near Grafton
By Lane Kimble
GRAFTON, Wis. -- The people in charge of Michels Road & Stone’s mega project along I-43 in Ozaukee County will tell you: it’s not a particularly complicated job, but it sure is challenging. “It’s just…
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June 16, 2023
Young Gun: Rep. Dallman, 31, fighting for rural roads during second elected term
By Lane Kimble
When State Rep. Alex Dallman talks about his childhood career goals, he’s speaking of relatively recent history. At just 31 years old, Dallman is halfway through his second term in state office. “I told myself…
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June 9, 2023
Sen. Wimberger hopeful budget includes significant bridge project
By Lane Kimble
State Senator Eric Wimberger knows a heck of a lot about a proposed bridge project in his home district. “The Southern Bridge in De Pere, that is my baby,” Wimberger told WTBA. “Hopefully we get…
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June 7, 2023
FARM FOCUS: WTBA Board gets firsthand look at dairy’s link to transportation during tour
By Lane Kimble
EVANSVILLE, Wis. -- You don’t need to wait long to spot a tanker truck hauling milk out of Larson Acres farm in Evansville. Five of them – totaling about 25,000 gallons – make the 16-mile…
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June 2, 2023
“The need is great”: Speed networking event connects contractors with job seekers
By Lane Kimble
Transportation contractors often tell Lorie Thompson the same thing: They can teach a person the skills to do the job, but they can’t teach them to show up and be passionate about the work. That’s…
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May 25, 2023
Sen. Stroebel on transportation: “The vitality of our state… Roads are a huge part of that”
By Lane Kimble
State Senator Duey Stroebel isn’t afraid to share his opinion – and he has a lot to say. Whether it’s his reason for running for office in 2011 (“Maybe we just need a little more…
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May 23, 2023
Utility conflict nearly causes “catastrophic” situation for JPS crews
By Lane Kimble
BELLEVILLE -- There are utility delays that cause wasted time, money, and headaches. And then there are the kind which can nearly cause catastrophe. A prime example happened this spring to WTBA member James Peterson…
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May 23, 2023
“This is a real issue”: WTBA members testify in support of utility bill
By Lane Kimble
MADISON -- No matter how comprehensive or complete, a bill is simply text on paper. It’s the personal stories of why that bill matters that give it life and can help it become law. This…
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May 12, 2023
Transportation industry “makes Wisconsin go ’round,” says longtime JFC member Sen. Felzkowski
By Lane Kimble
State Senator Mary Felzkowski appreciates the symbiotic relationship between lawmakers and our contractors. “Transportation… the people that have the businesses in there, they’re our partners. We want our roads in good shape and they want the…
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May 5, 2023
Walbec Group companies combine forces on unique Madison project
By Lane Kimble
MADISON -- Several extremely busy streets in Madison are getting a unique overhaul in 2023 and 2024 thanks to WTBA members. It’s no small task – working in the heart of shopping corridors and, eventually,…
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May 5, 2023
JFC Vice Chair on increases to transportation funding: “Absolutely, that will occur”
By Lane Kimble
Even when they’re badly needed, major reconstruction projects can take a long time to plan, prepare, and execute. Take, for instance, State Highway 23 between Fond du Lac and Sheboygan – made significantly better and…
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April 28, 2023
Built to Last: Zignego’s significant Highway 50 reconstruction project nearly complete
By Lane Kimble
KENOSHA -- There’s an expectation that when you pour your heart, soul, time, and effort into a major construction project, you’re building something to last. The Zignego Company expects nothing less from its nearly $90…
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April 28, 2023
Family, friends, co-workers honor fallen construction workers with annual processional
By Lane Kimble
The solemn wail of bagpipes around the Capitol Square in Madison on Thursday afternoon pulled attention to the people quietly following them. Their relatively short walk from Monona Terrace to St. Patrick's Catholic Church was…
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April 28, 2023
Sen. Testin eager to hear from stakeholders on transportation budget
By Lane Kimble
State Senator Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) loves connecting with the people he serves by experiencing their livelihoods -- even if just for a day. "In college, I worked in factories, lumber yards, loading docks to…
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