Santa Clara County officials shocked the city of Santa Clara and the San Francisco 49ers by announcing they would be pulling nearly $30 million out of the team's new football stadium, a move that's likely to trigger numerous lawsuits.
Santa Clara County surprises San Francisco 49ers by pulling stadium construction funds
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The online auction site IronPlanet is an excellent way for farmers and construction company owners to find the equipment they need. While there's a lot to learn about IronPlanet and its many features, a brief overview can be useful for new visitors getting their bearings.
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Cranes lifted the final steel beam for a new building at the World Trade Center, completing the initial phase of construction on the first new building at the site since the 9/11 attacks.
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Contractors have been chosen for a large restoration project that will fix two aging bridges in the upstate New York area. The Albany Times-Union reports the $29 million project has gone to Lane Construction Corporation of Connecticut.
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Irrigation is incredibly important for farmers in Texas, as the state is subject to some of the more severe droughts in the country. A recent study by the Texas AgriLife Extension Service has found many of the state's irrigation canals need to be upgraded in order to reduce water loss.
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A new report from the U.S. Commerce Department shows new home construction declined in May, but permits for future projects could indicate a period of growth is right around the corner.
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The 2012 Farm Bill currently being debated by Congress is of extreme importance to farmers across the country, as the legislation sets the federal government's agricultural and food policies for the next five years. However, the nature of the legislative process means just about anything even tentatively related to the legislation is up for debate, causing quite a long process in getting the bill passed.
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It's been a little more than a year since the city of Joplin, Mo., was ravaged by a tornado, and it appears the natural disaster has brought a silver lining. Due to the massive amount of rebuilding in the city, the construction industry in the area is reportedly booming.
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Farmers in Maryland are adjusting their schedules for harvesting this year, as several varieties of fruit are blooming early due to the warm weather, according to the Montgomery County Gazette.
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Detroit bridge to Canada will create construction jobs, study shows
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IronPlanet on Jun 14, 2012 2:58:00 AM
A proposed bridge between Detroit and the city of Windsor in Ontario, Canada, will offer a significant boost to the economy of both cities and create hundreds of construction jobs, according to a new study.
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The 2012 Census for Agriculture is going out soon, and farmers across the country are urged to sign up for the survey by the July 1 deadline, if they haven't done so already.
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Broward County courthouse construction to begin after contractor dispute settled
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IronPlanet on Jun 13, 2012 3:03:00 AM
Construction has finally been approved to begin on a new courthouse in Broward County, Fla., after a dispute between contractors delayed the bidding process.
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Farmers in California are at the center of a new ballot initiative that may require some foods to be labeled if they were grown using genetic engineering, reports USA Today.
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The U.S. is the world's top cotton exporter, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is predicting another bountiful year for the country's cotton producers, according to Bloomberg BusinessWeek.
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San Francisco subway tunnel construction to begin soon
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IronPlanet on Jun 12, 2012 2:56:00 AM
Construction is set to begin on a new subway tunnel in San Francisco, despite the city still waiting for guaranteed federal funding to come through, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.
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USDA declares New York counties "disaster areas" following spring frost
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IronPlanet on Jun 11, 2012 2:06:00 AM
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has declared certain counties in New York an "agricultural disaster" area following a string of frost, freezes and unseasonably warm weather since the beginning of March.
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Farm bill to expand support for fruit and vegetable growers
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IronPlanet on Jun 10, 2012 7:19:00 PM
A new farm bill up for debate in the Senate could offer major assistance to those growing specialty crops such as fruit and vegetables, according to the Albany Times-Union.
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Construction is set to begin on a new $1 million animal shelter in Newark, Ohio, according to the Newark Advocate.
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When purchasing a crane, an inspection report can help alert buyers to potential risks for the future, such as mechanical issues.
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Louisiana construction budget to be whittled down in coming weeks
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IronPlanet on Jun 8, 2012 2:13:00 AM
After weeks of negotiating, the construction budget for the state of Louisiana still has an extra $120 million worth of projects, leaving the fate of many buildings and upgrades in the hands of Governor Bobby Jindal.
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Las Vegas site allows visitors to dig to their heart's content
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IronPlanet on Jun 8, 2012 2:08:00 AM
A new "playground" has opened up just outside Las Vegas that allows adults to try their hands at controlling a number of different types of construction equipment, reports NPR.
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National Safe Driving Week applies to heavy machinery operators as well
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IronPlanet on Jun 8, 2012 2:02:00 AM
This year, June 24-30 is National Safe Driving Week, and awareness events will be held throughout the country to help ensure people are safe on the road. However, those who operate heavy machinery have a responsibility to stay safe as well.
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Farmers from all across the country are expected to attend the upcoming Wisconsin Farm Technology Days, which will be held July 17-19 in Outagamie County, Wis.
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University of Michigan plans more than $1 billion in new construction projects
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IronPlanet on Jun 7, 2012 2:51:00 AM
Business is booming for construction crews in the Ann Arbor, Mich., region, because the University of Michigan is spending more than $1 billion on nine new construction projects on campus, according to AnnArbor.com.
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A federal program that provides direct payments to farmers may soon be axed in favor of a new plan that helps subsidize the cost of crop insurance, according to The Associated Press.
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Spending on construction rose for the second straight month in April, thanks primarily to an increase in demand for residential housing.
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