October 16, 2026
No rain, no gain: WTBA members power through wet weather for memorable Fall Clays Shoot
By Lane Kimble
JOHNSON CREEK -- Seems it never rains in southern California, but don’t they warn ‘ya? It pours (in southern Wisconsin), man it pours… Much like the National League pennant champion Milwaukee Brewers in L.A. this week,…
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October 15, 2026
WisDOT provides further clarity on FY27 quantities with public spreadsheet
By Lane Kimble
Contractors now have better clarity and more granular details on projected lets and quantities for the year ahead. WisDOT shared its full FY2027 Quantities and Project Listings spreadsheet with WTBA late Thursday. The document, which…
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October 14, 2026
WisDOT planning 2027 season recommendations based on flagger safety pilot
By Lane Kimble
Contractors can expect to see new safety measures added to some projects in 2027. WisDOT plans to recommend using tools such as speed feedback trailers, temporary traffic signals, and stationing State Patrol troopers when possible…
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October 12, 2026
New FHWA rules effectively ban foreign-made drones from major construction projects
By Lane Kimble
There’s a pretty good chance the drone you or your company owns can no longer be used on major highway projects. The Federal Highway Administration last week released policy guidance and FAQs banning the use…
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