Dynamic message road signs
Pity the poor Conestoga travelers of the 1800s heading west. They had no way of knowing if a band of renegades was around the next bend, or if a herd of bison was ready to thunder their way down the … Continue reading →
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Images of the future
On one particular evening recently, I tried but failed to follow a sloppy “Contagion” story plot on prime time TV; failing miserably, I defaulted to checking the day’s top stories on my phone. Normally I’m good at scrolling past anything … Continue reading →
Little Beaver Introduces Heavy-Duty Geotechnical Drill Rig New Lone Star Drill Enables Auger Drilling To 100 Feet
LIVINGSTON, Texas (June 20, 2016) – Little Beaver, a manufacturer of safe and productive drilling equipment,introduces the new Lone Star LST1 heavy-duty geotechnical drill rig.The LST1G+HD drills to 100 feet with an optional 4.25-inch hollow stem auger. The new model … Continue reading →
Aladtec to Attend 2016 National Sheriffs’ Association Conference & Expo
Sheriffs from around the country meet in Minneapolis for training, networking and exhibits June 24th – June 29th. June 15, 2016 – Minneapolis, MN – The NSA’s annual technology and education expo takes place at the Minneapolis Convention Center this … Continue reading →
Accelerated bridge construction
Bridges are vital to the transportation system, but in practically every state, a number of them have received failing grades and need to be replaced. One way that federal, state and local officials are addressing the problem is by knowing … Continue reading →
News & Notes May 2016
Donna Clark promoted to American Traffic Safety Services Association vice president, member services FREDERICKSBURG, VA. — Donna Clark, a project management professional, was promoted to the American Traffic Safety Services Association’s vice president of member services position after serving as … Continue reading →
‘It’s called occupying your own space’
Charleston, W.Va., turns urban flight problem around The city of Charleston, capital of West Virginia and hub for government, education, banking, health care and commerce, hugs the confluence of the Elk and Kanawha rivers. A valley town that prospered from … Continue reading →
Park program decreases juvenile delinquency
A trip to the local park is a beloved and relatively frequent outing in most children’s lives. From the slides and swings to the monkey bars and merry-go-rounds, parks departments offer youngsters both fun and the opportunity to socialize with … Continue reading →
News & Notes
APWA Announces 2016 Jennings Randolph International Fellows KANSAS CITY, MO. — Th e American Public Works Association, in association with the Eisenhower Institute at Gettysburg College, announced recently the 2016 Jennings Randolph International Fellows. APWA’s Jennings Randolph International Fellowship program … Continue reading →
Go Orange
“Ask local leaders what are the conditions of their roads, and the majority will tell you that roads in their jurisdictions, having been built back in the ‘50s or ‘60s, are in need of improvement or repair.” James Baron, director … Continue reading →
Ohio to host 2016 NWZAW kickoff
An international trade association established in 1969 and headquartered in Fredericksburg, Va., the American Traffic Safety Services Association leads the nation in work zone safety training and education. With over 1,600 members nationwide and the core purpose of advancing roadway … Continue reading →
