November 17, 2023
AASHTO Board elects WisDOT’s Thompson as new president
By Lane Kimble
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Craig Thompson has repeatedly pushed for sustainable funding, safer roads, and a stronger workforce over the nearly five years since he became WisDOT Secretary. Now, he’ll have the chance to also advocate…
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November 17, 2023
“Externship Day” provides internal spark for hundreds of potential future workers
By Lane Kimble
COLOMA, Wis. -- They call it “The Arena” – a cavernous barn-like building with metal walls and dirt floors. This week, you could have also easily called it “The Playground.” “It’s great just to get…
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November 10, 2023
A ‘critical artery’ now complete: State cuts ribbon on massive Zoo Interchange project
By Lane Kimble
WAUWATOSA, Wis. -- With eight lanes of traffic flowing smoothly over his shoulder, Tony Straseske used a fitting noun to describe the Zoo Interchange project. “People have sacrificed a lot… to deliver this big animal,”…
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November 6, 2023
MCC, Inc. recognized as standout company for hiring, supporting veterans
By Lane Kimble
APPLETON, Wis. -- There’s a picture on the wall of MCC, Inc.’s conference room in Appleton that shows military service members posing in front of a cement mixer. It’s a small reminder of the major…
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