CONSTRUCTION

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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Feb 23 2026FINANCE

Pennsylvania Tax Refund: A Contractor’s Win and a Partial Loss

A Pennsylvania contractor sought a refund for sales and use tax that was paid by mistake on several purchases. The original appeal was turned down because the contractor had not shown enough proof of what was bought or how it was used. After gathering more documents, the contractor appealed again an

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Build Faster, Build Better: Why New York Needs Less Red Tape

The state of New York faces a housing crunch and growing needs for parks, schools, and clean water. A long‑time builder group says the governor’s “Let Them Build” plan can help. They argue that rules meant to protect the environment are too strict for many projects. The law called SEQRA ask

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Feb 15 2026OPINION

Keeping Workers Safe: Why One Boss Stands Up for Health Insurance Helpers

In Kansas, a construction boss is worried about new rules that might hurt his workers' health insurance. He thinks these rules could make insurance more expensive. He believes this could hurt his business and his team. He knows how tough construction work can be. Workers face risks every day. They

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Feb 10 2026BUSINESS

Couples Fight IRS Over Home and App Costs

A married pair ran several projects under a single LLC. They built houses on their big farm, made an app to help people stop using the internet too much, and even tried a quick mulching side job. After filing taxes for 2017‑2019, the IRS said their business expense claims were not allowed. The coupl

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