July 5, 2024
ARTBA details concerns over new OSHA heat rule
By Lane Kimble
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Despite ARTBA staff directly urging OSHA to avoid creating an overly general and non-flexible rule, the agency Tuesday released a pre-publication version of its new heat safety standards. The rules require construction…
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July 3, 2024
“Kind of like a symphony”: WTBA members give state lawmakers I-43 worksite tour
By Lane Kimble
MEQUON, Wis. -- With part of her nearby home undergoing renovations, Deb Andraca felt… well… right at home this morning as she walked around a freeway construction project. “It’s always better (when it’s finished), just…
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July 2, 2024
Former WTBA president, Rock Road co-owner Bill Kennedy dies at 74
By Lane Kimble
WTBA regrets to inform you of the passing of William (Bill) Kennedy. Bill died Friday, June 28, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was 74. Bill owned Rock Road Companies in Janesville with his two…
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June 28, 2024
Construction worker, driver killed in Pewaukee work zone crash
By Lane Kimble
PEWAUKEE, Wis. -- A construction worker died and another was hurt when a truck crashed through their work zone in Pewaukee this week. The crash also killed a 76-year-old woman. It happened Wednesday around 9:30…
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