Ridgeland seeks bids for broad public-works and utility contracts
Ridgeland is seeking contractors and suppliers for water, sewer, drainage, roads, traffic systems and related public-works needs. Bids are due Aug. 18.
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Bridgton’s Depot Street closed through Thanksgiving for Cornshop Bridge replacement
Depot Street closed to through traffic July 6 as Bridgton begins replacing the Cornshop Bridge. The town expects the closure to continue through Thanksgiving 2026, subject to weather and construction conditions.
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Greenwood Lake Residents Faced Power Outages and Blocked Roads After July 4 Storm
A fast-moving thunderstorm struck Greenwood Lake on July 4 and into July 5, toppling trees, downing power lines, blocking roads and leaving hundreds without electricity.
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Woodbridge advances proposed Hopelawn elementary school after seeking state review and park-land approval
Woodbridge is moving forward with plans for a proposed K-5 elementary school in Hopelawn, including a request to use 4.429 acres of Clyde Avenue Park and an agreement involving PILOT payments.
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MTA’s $599 Million Rockaway Line Rehabilitation Remains Scheduled for Substantial Completion in August 2026
The MTA continues to list the Rockaway Line viaduct rehabilitation as under construction, with substantial completion targeted for August or the third quarter of 2026.
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Warren County’s $3 Million Farmers Market Project Targets August Completion in Warrenton
A $3 million farmers market under construction in Warrenton is expected to be completed in August 2026, according to Warren County’s FY2027 budget message.
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Mercer Island adopts housing-compliance plan with new station-area development rules
Mercer Island adopted a housing-compliance package July 21 that increases development capacity near the light-rail station and projects room for 1,031 additional housing units.
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Livingston Municipal Airport gets $4 million state earmark for taxiway and hangar expansion
A $4 million Tennessee aviation earmark will support a parallel taxiway and additional hangar capacity at Livingston Municipal Airport.
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Fircrest adopts six-year transportation program as Regents Boulevard work advances
Fircrest approved its 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Program on June 23, while three Regents Boulevard-related resolutions moved roadway work through awards, construction management and a water-turnaround project.
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Graniteville residents invited to review Ascauga Lake Road safety recommendations
Aiken County will present preliminary recommendations for the Ascauga Lake Road corridor at an Aug. 11 public meeting in Graniteville.
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Valley Springs traffic signal remains unfinished as emergency-preemption equipment is added
Red lights are operating at the new Valley Oaks intersection signal, but emergency-vehicle detection equipment is still required before the project can be fully activated.
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Arthur school district advances summer construction and relocation plans for ALAH High School
Arthur CUSD 305 is preparing for summer 2026 moving, demolition and building activity tied to the ALAH High School project.
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Orange Beach planning panel to hear comprehensive plan, Pirates Voyage and AC Hotel requests
The Orange Beach Planning Commission is scheduled to hold public hearings Aug. 10 on a comprehensive plan, a Pirates Voyage development request and changes to the AC Hotel project.
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Van Meter holds hearings on water rates and zoning changes
Van Meter officials held public hearings June 8 on proposed water-rate and zoning changes, while the meeting summary reported $386,698.07 in claims.
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State Road 3 construction to resume in New Castle
The City of New Castle says construction on State Road 3 will resume, but its update does not include a restart date, traffic plan or completion date.
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Los Angeles County continues $41 million Marina del Rey infrastructure program with new construction-impact notices
Los Angeles County is maintaining an interactive website with timelines, road-closure notices and traffic information for a $41 million Marina del Rey infrastructure program.
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Ballinger moves to Stage 3 water restrictions as lake level falls below trigger elevation
Ballinger has imposed Stage 3 water restrictions after Ballinger Lake fell below 1,658 feet, limiting irrigation and hydrant use for city water customers.
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Roadwork Delays Continue Along Alpharetta’s Main Street Corridor
Road construction along Main Street and Georgia 9 continues to disrupt Alpharetta businesses as utility delays and design changes affect the project schedule.
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Janesville Voters to Weigh Authority Over GM/JATCO Development
The Janesville City Council approved a November 2026 referendum tied to major redevelopment at the former GM/JATCO properties and an ongoing city planning process.
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Eagan Data-Center Debate Continues as Oppidan Targets December 2026
Oppidan expects its approved Eagan data center to be fully occupied and operational by December 2026 as the city reviews future data-center rules.
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Redondo Beach approves Measure FP design-build agreements
Redondo Beach approved agreements with Swinerton Builders and LPA Design Studios to advance Measure FP public-safety facilities toward design and construction.
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Decatur awards $50,000 in grants to six local organizations
Decatur awarded a combined $50,000 to six local organizations, with grants supporting youth, arts, social-service and community groups.