Pricing momentum keeps Vulcan Materials moving forward
Despite fewer aggregate shipments, Vulcan Materials’ aggregate earnings were up sharply in the first quarter.
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What types of construction jobs are experiencing setbacks?
Ken Simonson, chief economist at the Associated General Contractors of America, offers a look at which construction jobs are being canceled and delayed the most these days.
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NSSGA, PCA weigh in on Biden’s infrastructure proposal
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association’s (NSSGA) Michael Johnson and the Portland Cement Association’s (PCA) Mike Ireland issued written statements following the unveiling Wednesday of President Biden’s infrastructure plan.
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How public works are faring in Virginia
With funding for highways becoming a serious issue in a number of states across America, Luck Stone’s Charlie Windle dives in to offer some perspective on the state of highway funding within Virginia.
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ARTBA report: Bridge repair pace slowing, deficiencies worsening
More than 47,000 of the nation’s bridges are now classified as structurally deficient and in poor condition.
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Trump digs into infrastructure in State of the Union speech
President Trump outlined his vision to rebuild the nation’s infrastructure during his first State of the Union address.
Read MoreState transportation bill passes in California
The $54 billion plan cleared both the state’s senate and assembly chambers with ease, and the governor is expected to sign it.
Read MoreInfrastructure investments emphasized in Trump victory speech
Donald Trump was elected the 45th president of the United States in the wee hours of the morning Nov. 9, and he imparted a number of messages in his victory speech – including his desire to enhance the nation’s crumbling infrastructure.
Read MoreReport details interstate highway system’s deficiencies
TRIP produced a report detailing how the aging U.S. interstate highway system will increasingly require more long-term, costly repairs.
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