CONSTRUCTION

Apr 08 2026BUSINESS

A Local Builder Making Big Changes in His Community

At 35, Chris Lovi isn’t just another construction manager—he’s someone who turned his own daily struggles into real solutions for others. For years, he spent hours stuck in traffic on Highway 101, frustrated by the slow, outdated roads. Instead of ignoring the problem, he joined Ghilotti Brothers Co

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Apr 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Can Blockchain Fix the Messy Side of Construction Projects?

Construction projects often hit snags because of messy vendor deals. Late payments, missing materials, and confusing contracts can delay work and jack up costs. In fact, businesses lose about 9% of their yearly revenue just from these kinds of contract problems. But what if there was a way to make t

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Apr 06 2026EDUCATION

School Board Plans New Kid’s Building Without a Voter Vote

The Ravenna School Board will meet on April 7 to talk about a new elementary school that the district hopes to build without asking voters for extra money. The meeting starts at 4 p. m. in the board office on East Summit Street, where an architect will show a design that would rely largely on fundin

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Apr 06 2026EDUCATION

Quick way into construction work in Billings

Billings is running a free-to-low-cost training program that jumps people straight into construction jobs. No prior experience is needed—just show up ready to learn. The course covers safety basics, how to handle tools, construction math, reading blueprint drawings, and how to behave on an actual jo

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Mar 28 2026BUSINESS

GHO Homes: Building Trust on the Treasure Coast

GHO Homes has been shaping the Florida coast for over four decades, offering a mix of ready‑built and custom houses that blend classic beach vibes with modern comforts. The family‑run firm, now in its second generation of leadership, operates thirteen communities from Sebastian to Port St. Lucie

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Mar 21 2026POLITICS

Guterres Says He’s Working With Trump’s Peace Group on Gaza

The U. N. Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres told a news outlet that he is collaborating with Donald Trump’s newly formed Board of Peace on plans to rebuild Gaza. He said the board’s goal—financing and delivering basic reconstruction for Palestinian homes and infrastructure—was approved by the Secur

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Mar 04 2026SPORTS

Mobile Arena’s Half‑Way Milestone and the New Hockey Team Reveal

The Mobile Arena is halfway finished, with a big beam lifted to the top of the frame in a ceremony that marked 50 % completion. City officials, builders and the arena’s future manager from Colorado signed a beam to celebrate this progress. The mayor said the structure is now a “catalyst” for jobs, t

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Arkansas Prison Plan Sparks GOP Rift

The governor wants a new, huge jail that would cost $825 million and add 3, 000 beds to a rural area. Some Republican senators worry about the expense and how the new facility would affect local roads and water supplies. In response, the governor has targeted two senators for primary challenges. Th

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Feb 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Helps Us Work Smarter, Not Replace Us

Daniel Cittadino, a seasoned construction leader, says that artificial intelligence is not meant to take jobs away but to make work more accurate and efficient. He explains that in today’s unpredictable markets, technology can help businesses stay on track by spotting mistakes before they become

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Feb 25 2026WEATHER

Spring Repairs Planned for Flood‑Damaged Thompson Pass Road

The road that cuts through Thompson Pass in Sanders County is set to get repairs this spring, if the weather allows, according to state transportation officials. A stretch of Montana Secondary 471 that runs over a bridge on Prospect Creek, between mile markers 16 and 22, was hit hard by floods in ea

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