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Midwest Construction to Peak in 2025 Before Market Realignment
ConstructConnect Associate Economist Devin Bell analyzes the Midwest U.S. construction outlook, forecasting nonresidential starts to peak in 2025,...
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Construction Camps and Youth Events Inspire Next-Gen Workforce in Wisconsin
An expanding network of construction youth programs, including She Builds Wisconsin camps, youth trade fairs, and apprenticeship pathways, is...
Marshall Benveniste
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A Commanding Presence? $3.65B NFL Stadium Could be in the Works for DC
The Commanders’ $3.65-billion RFK stadium project advances to a DC Council vote, with consultants citing risks but also strong development and...
Grant Cameron
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August Jobs Report Highlights Weak Growth, Construction Pressures Persist
August jobs report showed weak growth with construction employment falling, wages rising, and mixed economic signals highlighting ongoing pressures...
Alex Carrick
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