Construction Begins on the Summit Center Project for Northern Arizona Healthcare
Construction Begins at Central Flagstaff Summit Center Healthcare officials in Northern Arizona have announced that construction is now underway at the Central Flagstaff Summit Center, located at 1485 N. Turquoise Drive. This project involves a complete interior remodeling and expansion of the facility, which is expected to span 18 months, with first cases anticipated around […]
Construction of powerlines begins from Village of Oak Creek to McGuireville
Arizona Public Services Hosts Open House for New Power Line Project On June 25th, Arizona Public Services (APS) organized an open house at Hilton Sedona Resort in Bellock, allowing local residents to learn more about the construction of a new 69kV power line linking McGuilleville to the village of Oak Creek. This gathering followed a […]
The impact of significant housing reform on home construction in California
California’s CEQA Reform: A Bold Move by Gov. Newsom This week, Governor Gavin Newsom addressed a controversial topic in California politics, aiming for shifts within the state’s home construction sector. Since the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) was enacted in 1970, Newsom has allowed the legislature to pursue what experts argue is a crucial reform. […]
Margaritaville Resort starts construction at The Wharf in Orange Beach
Margaritaville Resort Breaks Ground in Alabama A new resort has officially started construction in Orange Beach, Alabama. The Margaritaville Resort Orange Beach, with a budget of $300 million, is set to enhance the tourism experience along Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Situated on 83 acres across from the Wharf Entertainment District and along scenic waterways, the resort […]
Heman Drummond Innovation Center begins construction in Jasper
Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for Heman Drummond Center of Innovation This week, the groundbreaking ceremony for the Heman Drummond Center of Innovation (HDCI) took place at 3515 Industrial Way. This new educational facility aims to significantly enhance workforce development for high school students in Alabama. Located in Jasper’s Industrial Park, HDCI is positioned to foster partnerships […]
Safety in construction highlighted during simulated collapse drill at University of Alabama
In 2023, the construction sector faced over 1,000 fatalities, prompting Alabama’s associated builders and contractors (ABCs) to take significant measures to enhance worker safety. Collaborating with the University of Alabama, Harrison Construction, and local emergency services, ABCs organized a simulated structural collapse at the university campus. This initiative reflects their ongoing commitment to improving safety […]
Ex-owner of a pool construction business sentenced to 20 years for theft and forgery
Former Pool Contractor Sentenced to 20 Years for Fraud Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that a former pool contractor has received a 20-year prison sentence for defrauding a client of over $600,000. Gregory Kirk, from Muscle Shoals, pleaded guilty to charges involving several property crimes, according to a statement from Marshall. Madison County Circuit Judge […]
Alabama construction groups unite to back union workers
New Alliance for Alabama Construction Workers The Alabama State Building and Construction Trade Council (ASBCTC) and the Skilled Trade and Transport Association (ASTTU) recently formed a strategic alliance aimed at bolstering support for construction industry members in Alabama. Announced on June 18, this partnership combines two significant labor groups dedicated to union solidarity, advocacy, and […]
Raids for immigration enforcement hit Baldwin County, including the construction site of Gulf Shores High School.
Immigration Enforcement Operations in Baldwin County A series of immigration enforcement actions is currently unfolding across Baldwin County, with a significant incident occurring on Tuesday at a construction site for the new Gulf Shores High School. Federal agents, according to reports, conducted operations on June 24 at a site located along the Foley Beach Express. […]
DHS awards contract for 27 miles of new border wall in Arizona; issues waiver to accelerate construction in Texas
Contributing Files Photos/Courtesy US Customs and Border Security: This video still shows some of the new Bollard wall along with the legacy border wall. Contributing Articles/Courtesy US Customs Border Security Washington DC – US Customs and Border Patrol awarded another contract For the construction of the border wall, the second of President Trump’s second term […]
