September 25, 2025
From quarry to plant to parking lot, Congressman Wied calls NEA visit a ‘top tour’
By Lane Kimble
The asphalt paver surged forward a little faster than you’d expect from a skilled operator. No worries – Congressman Tony Wied was just starting to get a hang of the machine. “I was certainly concerned…
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September 24, 2025
Senate committee hears Boardman testimony ahead of Friday confirmation vote
By Lane Kimble
Kristina Boardman has spent more than two decades working to improve WisDOT from the ground up. She’s also spent a year running the department from the top spot. Still, Boardman feels she’s just getting started.…
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September 24, 2025
NE Region work zone safety event features WTBA-developed billboard
By Lane Kimble
APPLETON -- Bob Ritter had no problem agreeing to be the face of WTBA’s newest work zone safety campaign. He didn’t hesitate when asked if we could plaster a picture of him and sons, Jayden…
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September 19, 2025
A company first: Rock Roads combines 24-foot paver with echelon to tackle I-43 night work
By Lane Kimble
GLENDALE, Wis. -- After 30 years in the industry, the term “first time” doesn’t enter Louie Chaplinski’s vocabulary very often. So, would the Rock Roads paving operations manager feel anxious trying a concept for the…
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