Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Blocks Construction Of Proposed Muslim ‘City’
Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced Tuesday that the East Plano Islamic Center (EPIC) could not begin construction in the proposed Muslim neighborhood due to legal issues, according to a press release. Epic proposed building a Muslim “city” on 402 acres of land in Texas, in an organization labeled “Epic City.” According to Newsweek. The […]
Construction set to begin on wildlife crossing over I-17 south of Flagstaff
Wildlife south of Flagstaff is ready to access safely across Interstate 17 as state transport officials prepare to begin construction of wildlife across the busy highway. The project represents an effort to reconnect the habitat of animals such as deer and spatulas, while reducing the risk of driver wildlife collisions. The Arizona Department of Transport […]
First Border Wall Construction Contract Of Trump’s Second Term Announced
President Donald Trump’s first border wall deal for his second term was worth around $70 million on Saturday. US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) I said It awarded a contract worth $70,285,846 to Watsonville, California-based Granite Construction Co., Ltd., which requires the construction of a “new border wall of approximately seven miles in Hidalgo County, […]
Tennessee governor pushes nuclear investment and road construction in sixth year • Tennessee Lookout
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee said his sixth state despite critics saying that he has some of the lowest wages in Tennessee and that teachers continue to struggle financially. He promoted strong economy and opportunities for change on Monday as he gave a speech. “2025 should be the year to go there thinking bigger and boldly […]
FACT CHECK: Facebook Video Does Not Show Construction Workers Appearing To Flee During January 2025 Immigration Raid
video Share on Facebook The purpose is to show a construction worker that seems to escape from an immigrant attack in January 2025. Screenshot captured via Facebook Cutting: False The video was not recently, but it was at least 2023 and was shot in Tyson, Virginia. Fact check: On Wednesday, the lower house has passed […]
EXCLUSIVE: Republican Sen. Katie Britt Reintroduces Bill To Finish Border Wall Construction
Alabama Republican Sen. Katie Britt plans to reintroduce a bill Thursday to secure the southern border. The bill, known as the Wall Act, would allocate $25 billion to complete border wall construction on the southern border, achieving a long-standing goal of President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers. . Mr. Britt’s bill would be partially paid […]
Maricopa Board Approves $5 Million for Construction of New Litchfield Park Library
Text-to-speech audio articles are made possible by a Quest Grant from Yavapai College. Industry-recognized tuition-free certificates for your career. The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors recently approved $5 million in Community Solutions Funds as part of the construction costs for a new library at Litchfield Park. (pixel photo) Construction is scheduled to begin in summer […]
Former Arizona county treasurer pleads guilty to stealing $38 million in taxpayer funds
87 Tucson, Arizona. — A former Santa Cruz County treasurer admitted Thursday to orchestrating a 10-year embezzlement scheme that stole more than $38 million in public funds, laundered the proceeds and evaded $13 million in taxes, federal prosecutors announced. did. Elizabeth Gutfahr, 62, served as Santa Cruz County Treasurer from 2012 to 2024. From 2014 […]
Colorado Construction Crew Uncovers WWII-Era Explosive Device
A construction worker in Colorado discovered a World War II-era explosive device, the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office said Tuesday. The Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office tweeted: Announce A historic discovery when construction workers accidentally discovered military weapons while working. The site is of historical importance as it was once part of the Lowry Bombing Range. On […]
Foundation provides Maricopa County colleges $1M for construction trades programs
Independent News Media The Maricopa County Community College District and the Maricopa Community College Foundation received $1 million to support construction trades programs at three campuses. Funds from the nationwide Lowe's Foundation Gable Grant will benefit the following programs: Mesa Community College, South Mountain Community College and Rio Salado College. “Maricopa Community Colleges has a […]
