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MDOT Makes Progress On Northeast Mississippi Projects

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MDOT is making progress on multiple road and bridge projects in northeast Mississippi, including capacity expansions on State Route 15, mill and overlay on I-22 and U.S. highways, safety improvements,…

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Purple Wave Names Higbee as Territory Sales Manager

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Purple Wave Auction has named Austin Higbee as territory sales manager for northwest Indiana. Higbee will manage relationships with equipment owners in cities like Lafayette, Plymouth and South Bend. With…

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Kenworth Chillicothe Plant Hosts Fifth Annual Kenworth Truck Parade

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The Kenworth Chillicothe plant hosted its fifth annual Truck Parade featuring more than 50 new classic and customized trucks. The event celebrated the "American Owned American Made" theme and America's…

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Waratah Forestry Equipment Adds Saw Teeth to Product Lineup

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Waratah Forestry Equipment launches patented no-shank saw teeth designed for durability and cutting performance in dirt and rocky conditions. Available in three kerf sizes, these saw teeth fit wide-kerf blades…

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George & Swede’s Michael ‘Mike’ Doyle Passes Away, 77

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Michael "Mike" Doyle, president of George & Swede Sales and Service, passed away at 77. A respected leader in construction equipment for more than 50 years, he was known for…

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Skanska Creamer Sanzari JV Lands $712M Contract for New Jersey Surface Alignment Project

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Skanska and Creamer Sanzari JV won a $712M contract for the New Jersey Surface Alignment Project, part of the Hudson Tunnel Project. The work includes building 7,540 ft. of new…

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Why Backhoe Loaders Still Earn Their Place on Roadbuilding Projects

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Backhoe loaders remain essential on roadbuilding projects due to their unmatched versatility and mobility. They help contractors tackle excavation, material handling, utility work and cleanup with one machine, reducing labor…

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Standing Out in the Crowd: Construction Workforce Sees Much Value in Earning Credentials

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Construction workers highly value credentials as proof of skills professionalism and career growth. NCCER's study shows employer support like covering training costs and flexible scheduling boosts credential pursuit. Credentials help…

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Va. Transportation Board Approves Six-Year Improvement Program

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The Virginia Commonwealth Transportation Board approved a $28.5 billion Six-Year Improvement Program for FY 2027-2032. The plan funds over 4,300 projects, including roads, bridges, transit, rail and bike paths. VDOT's…

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$284M Chester Bridge Nears Completion

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The $284 million Chester Bridge project nears completion, replacing the aging Mississippi River span between Chester, Ill and Perry County, Mo. The new three-tower cable-stayed bridge will double the width…