September 12, 2024
Three member companies slated to win national concrete awards
By Lane Kimble
Three WTBA-member concrete companies are guaranteed to win either gold or silver awards on the national level later this year. The Wisconsin Concrete Pavement Association (WCPA) announced Vinton Construction, Parisi, and Trierweiler Companies are nominees…
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September 10, 2024
Wisconsin airports getting $34 million for rehab work, upgrades
By Lane Kimble
A handful of Wisconsin airports will upgrade and fix runways, taxiways, and terminals thanks to $34 million in federal funding announced this week. Dane County Regional in Madison is getting the most, at $5.9 million…
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September 10, 2024
“Talk about it”: Operator’s family hopes sharing tragedy saves lives
By Lane Kimble
EPWORTH, Iowa -- Ty Kronlage loved being outdoors, was popular with his friends and colleagues, and was committed to his job as an operator with Top Grade Excavating; following in his father's footsteps to join…
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September 6, 2024
OSHA accepting your “Heat Rule” comments through Dec. 30
By Lane Kimble
If it goes into effect, a new federal rule would set universal heat-related requirements for contractors and other employers. The American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) wants to hear your thoughts before that happens.…
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